Burr Ridge News

Area elementary school districts have been adjusting their school calendars to make up for four days on which school was canceled because of extremely cold temperatures.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

The contest to represent the Cook County Board's 17th District in the March 18 Republican primary pits conservative challenger Barbara Bellar of Burr Ridge against Elizabeth Doody Gorman of Orland Park, seeking her fourth term.

A fire at a large home in Burr Ridge home caused more than $1.7 million in damage Monday afternoon.

Written by Shannon Antinori For many area residents, Fat Tuesday - which falls on March 4 this year - is not complete without the delectable Polish delicacy known as paczki.

There's more to do than just watching the Oscars this Sunday - check out festivities for a beloved children's author, a concert of French music and more in our top picks of weekend happenings around Burr Ridge.

Two people were rescued from a multifamily home in Burr Ridge Monday morning after Tri-State firefighters were called to 185 89th Street.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

See the cinematic talents of local filmmakers, catch a comedy or drama onstage and more in our top picks of things to do this weekend around Burr Ridge.

Hinsdale Police arrested a 17-year-old Burr Ridge boy for unlawful use of alcohol and possession of tobacco after he lost control of his vehicle, slid into a snow bank and then waved down an officer, according to Hinsdale Police Department report.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

The following incidents were listed among the official reports of the area police departments.

A resident reported Feb. 11 that someone made a $191 purchase from BestBuy.com and charged it to her Chase Bank card.

BLACKBERRY TOWNSHIP – Blackberry Township trustees are looking to appoint a new supervisor after the surprise resignation of Dennis Ryan last week.

A 17-year-old from Burr Ridge was charged with underage consumption of alcohol and underage possession of tobacco at about 12:10 a.m. Sunday.

Five students who attend Hinsdale Central High School, St. Isaac Jogues School and Notre Dame School received the Rotary Club of Hinsdale's Youth Merit Award on Friday, Feb. 7. This award recognizes extraordinary high school and middle school students for services to their community and classmates, leadership qualities and academic achievements.

Aurora University awarded more than 900 undergraduate students dean's list honors for the fall 2013 semester.

Whether you're single , in a relationship or celebrating with your family , we've got you covered for suburban Valentine's Day festivities this weekend.

Each week, we will be taking a look back at the fascinating history of Burr Ridge and separating fact from fiction.

Fourteen watches valued at more than $20,000 were reported stolen from a home in the 200 block of east Old Elm Road.