La Grange News

Monday, May 20 Tools stolen from car Between $800-$1000 worth of tools were stolen from an unlocked car parked overnight in the 500 block of South La Grange Road, La Grange police said.

Western Springs resident Bert Jacobs has been running the Clipper Ship Gallery in La Grange since 1987, but he's now setting sails and closing the business.

Business leaders are reviewing steps to head off a major parking crunch before dining, shopping and village events heat up for the summer.

Siena Piagnarelli , 3, of Willowbrook and Siena Han, 3, of Willowbrook climb a treehouse.

Let's answer the most pressing question first: Yes, Andrew Stephens' mom is good looking.

The BNSF railroad crossing at Ashland Avenue in La Grange will be closed 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 29 for track maintenance.

Friday, May 17 "I'm a Pedophile" A white man in his 20s with long brown hair approached a man around 3:37 p.m. in the 500 block of South 10 th Avenue and said he was a pedophile, La Grange police said.

Sunday, May 19 2 underage drinkers A 17-year-old Western Springs boy was cited with consumption of alcohol by a minor after an officer checked on his well being around 12:15 a.m. in the 900 block of 54 th Street, Western Springs police said.

Kama Indian Bistro is already one of the highest rated La Grange restaurants and a top Indian restaurant in the Chicago area.

After years of existing as a catering business, Isn't That Sweet bakery has a store front now on La Grange Road.

Joann Owens, 77, is wanted on a violation of supervision charge. Bail was set at $20,000. Her last known address was in the 6800 block of South La Grange Road in Hodgkins.

Back Alley Burger in La Grange has moved, but it's just down the block to get a bit more space for its growing fanbase.

Illinois Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno opposed passage of the medical marijuana bill, but said it calls for further frank discussion.

La Grange residents have another chance to share their views on what should be done to improve safety at the intersection between 47 th Street and East Avenue.

Welcome to Job Hunters, a weekly column for local job seekers and employers. We've compiled some opportunities in the La Grange, La Grange Park and Western Springs area thanks to jobs sites such as Indeed, Monster and Career Builder, as well as other resources.

Sunday, May 12 Fighting kids A woman reported two kids punching each other near the basketball courts at 701 S. 7 th Ave.

There may be 1,800 public parking spots in and around La Grange, but try to find an open one on a Friday night and you may be circling for a while.

It's safe to say that Massage Envy has caught on around La Grange and Western Springs.

If you have a bad day at Plymouth Place retirement community , you're liable to find a fresh-baked batch of cookies at your door.

The phrase "thank you" abounded Monday night as the La Grange Village Board said goodbye to its retiring members, including President Liz Asperger, and welcomed three new faces.