Metra UP-N Trains Halted In Glencoe After Vehicle Is Struck By Train

Metra Union Pacific-North trains were halted near Glencoe during the afternoon rush Monday after a vehicle was hit by a train.

• Jan 3

Chicago Botanic Garden To Charge Admission For The First Time

Bad news, bikers: the Chicago Botanic Garden will be charging admission per person starting in 2022 rather than a fee for parking.

• Jun 30, 2021

Swimmer Rescued After Being Caught In Choppy Water In Glencoe

There was a close call Monday afternoon in the northern suburbs, when a young swimmer was caught in choppy water in Glencoe.

• Aug 3, 2020

Frank Lloyd Wright's Booth Cottage Moving To Glencoe Park

Booth Cottage was built in 1913 and will be restored to serve as a museum and research center.

• Jul 21, 2020

West Nile Virus Found In Northern Suburbs

Some north suburbs are dealing with the return of West Nile Virus.

• Jun 24, 2020

Are You Keeping Up With Your Hygiene While Working Remotely? Study Shows Many Are Not

Working remotely during the coronavirus pandemic may be impacting your hygiene.

• Apr 9, 2020

Glencoe Park District Extends Cancellation Of Programs, Indoor Facilities Through April 10

The park district in north suburban Glencoe has now canceled all programs and facilities through April 10 amid the coronavirus pandemic.

• Mar 19, 2020

Glencoe Village Employee Monitored After Contact With Coronavirus Patient

A village employee in Glencoe was under quarantine Wednesday night, being monitored for the coronavirus after being exposed.

• Mar 4, 2020

'Incomplete' Demolition Permit Filed For Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed Home In Glencoe

If the demolition were to take place, it would be the first Wright-designed building to be razed since the Carr House in Michigan in 2004.

• May 22, 2019

Thompson Center On List Of Most Endangered Illinois Buildings

"People all over Illinois are working to save special places that help tell the unique stories and history of their neighborhoods despite the many challenges that stand in their way."

• May 1, 2019

11 Chicago-Area Towns Make "American's 100 Richest Places" List

Eleven Chicago suburbs made Bloomberg list of "American's 100 Richest Places," released last week.

• Mar 29, 2017

Bank Robbed In Glencoe

The FBI is investigating a bank robbery Saturday afternoon in north suburban Glencoe.

• Nov 12, 2016

Dogs Rescued From Glencoe Home Back In May Now Up For Adoption

Some of the 35 dogs rescued by workers in hazmat suits in May from a dilapidated house in north suburban Glencoe are finally ready for new homes. A number were offered for adoption at a fair Saturday in Winnetka.

• Sep 5, 2015

Victims Of Violence Learn To Forgive

• Jun 24, 2015

35 Dogs Rescued From Home In Glencoe

35 dogs were found living in what's being described as a hoarder's home in Glencoe, reports WBBM's Mike Krauser.

• May 16, 2015

Unconscious Man Found Near Metra Tracks, UP/North Line Trains Delayed

An unconscious man was taken to an Evanston hospital for surgery on a head wound after he was found laying near the Metra tracks in Glencoe, police said.

• Apr 24, 2014

Missing Glencoe Man Died Of Cold Exposure

The body of the man — since identified as the 82-year-old Caplin — was found about 10 a.m. Saturday on the Edens Expressway near north suburban Northbrook, on Illinois Tollway property.

• Apr 7, 2014

Authorities: Body Found In Northbrook Is Missing Glencoe Man

Authorities believe a man found dead near the Edens Expressway in north suburban Northbrook Saturday morning may be Harvey Caplin, an elderly Glencoe man who has been missing since Jan. 21.

• Apr 5, 2014

Search Continues For Missing Elderly Man With Dementia

Police from several agencies participated in the search Thursday for the missing man, Harvey Caplin, which was concentrated between Lake-Cook and Dundee Roads in Glencoe.

• Jan 24, 2014

Police: Cougar Sighting In Glencoe Unsubstantiated

A possible cougar sighting was reported in north suburban Glencoe this week, but officials believe it may have been a bobcat known to frequent the area.

• Dec 4, 2013

Halloween Trick-Or-Treating Times For Cook County, Ill. 2013

Most communities recommend that adults take costumed children out early in the recommended trick-or-treat hours to take advantage of daylight, for safety's sake.

• Oct 29, 2013

Coyote Attacks Two Dogs In Glencoe

Both dogs were hospitalized after the attacks, April 28 on the 400 block of Lakeside Terrace, and May 1 on the 500 block of Sheridan Road – three blocks apart.

• May 7, 2013

Best Ways To Celebrate Earth Day 2013 In Chicago

Whether you want to learn about compost or find out how you can save an endangered species, the Chicagoland area has numerous activities planned for Earth Day.

• Apr 8, 2013

Drowning Dog Rescued After Being Encircled By Coyotes

A woman walking with her dogs in Glencoe was confronted by a pack of coyotes and when it was all over, the fire department and a long ladder were needed, reports CBS 2's Pamela Jones.

• Feb 20, 2013

Winter Break Guide To The Botanic Garden

This time of year--winter break after Christmas--most of the parents I know are in search of two things: a way to entertain the troops that does not include TV, and a little warmth. Last year we discovered the wonders of a place that offers both when we ventured to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Since our first trip there, we've since become much more acquainted, so here's a little guide to the garden with kids during the winter.

• Dec 27, 2012