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Coach Sets to Break Record for World's Largest Pickleball Lesson

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Coach Sets to Break Record for World's Largest Pickleball Lesson

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By Jasmine Minor Click here for updates on this story HIGHLAND PARK, Illinois (WLS) — The nation’s largest pickleball lesson took place in the north suburbs. 440 kids picked up paddles on Monday with Mark Miller’s Munchkin Program and Chicago Slice. Nine-year-old Evelyn Macon said her love for pickleball went from party to hobby, and See the Story

Beck Plays 1st ‘Ozzy’ Since 1997 To Honor Osbourne At Ravinia

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Beck Plays 1st ‘Ozzy’ Since 1997 To Honor Osbourne At Ravinia

Beck performed his lighthearted tribute song “Ozzy” in honor of Ozzy Osbourne last night at his concert held at Ravinia outside Chicago.Read Article

Ramblers still need a Week 2 opponent, and other takeaways from New Trier, Loyola, Highland Park football schedules

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Ramblers still need a Week 2 opponent, and other takeaways from New Trier, Loyola, Highland Park football schedules

JUMP TO SCHEDULE: New Trier | Loyola Academy | Highland Park The 2025 high school football schedules are out — but Loyola Academy is still waiting. The Ramblers — who have won three straight state championships in IHSA’s largest division (Class 8A) — are still trying to fill their schedule, seeking a Week 2 opponent. […] The post Ramblers still need a Week 2 opponent, and other takeaways from New Trier, Loyola, Highland Park football schedules a…Read Article

Rocky the weathervane adds to local family's legacy at Highland Park's Ravinia Elementary

Faculty, staff and students filing into the freshly renovated Ravinia Elementary School this fall shouldn’t be startled by a critter perched above the front entrance. That would be Rocky, the school’s raccoon mascot, in the form of a steel weathervane North Shore School District 112 commissioned local Highland Park artist Mary Seyfarth to create. Seyfarth […] The post Rocky the weathervane adds to local family’s legacy at Highland Park’s Ravini…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

Michael Jordan's Lavish Former Chicago-Area Mansion Is Now Available On Airbnb

NBA fans can be like Mike in the most over-the-top way possible by renting Michael Jordan’s sprawling former Chicago-area estate on Airbnb Luxe. (Champions Point) The 56,000-square-foot, seven-bedroom, 17 1/2 bathroom mansion in Highland Park previously sold for about $9.5 million (that’s about the expected asking price for six pairs of Jordan’s championship game-worn sneakers.) (Champions Point) Renters can expect to indulge in amenities includ…Michael Jordan · Highland Park Read Article

Rep. Moulton introduces End Domestic Terrorism Act

Rep. Seth Moulton has introduced the End Domestic Terrorism Act, alongside Texas Rep. Veronica Escobar, which would allow U.S. law enforcement to prosecute certain mass shootings as acts of terrorism. The End Domestic Terrorism Act would also enable law enforcement, in the wake of an attack, to uncover the broader network that supported it. “Our […]Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

'Hairspray' opens next week in Highland Park

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"Hairspray" opens next week at Uptown Music Theater of Highland Park. Abraham Deitz Green, Grace Hall, Lily Ramras and Ajene Cooks performed Mon.Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

Ed Stein Came Late to Fishing, Now He Experiences the World While Fly Fishing

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Oh, Ed Stein remembers what Lefty Kreh said to him early in his fly-fishing experience: ‘‘I don’t think there is much hope for you.’’Kreh, the late fly-fishing guru, teacher and writer, sure missed on that one.Stein became one of the great globe-trotting fly-fishermen and now helps others through his Flyfish Traveler company.His is an odd journey around the world.Growing up on the North Side (Senn and Mather high schools), he came to fishing lat…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park See the Story

City documents, neighbors reveal Highland Park man whom police killed had history of mental-health struggles, concerning behavior — including online threat in 2024

A little over a year ago, a woman reported to Highland Park police that a friend of hers had posted on Facebook a photo of six assault rifles with the caption: “Just purchased a few of these down in Florida. Brought ’em up north to get my revenge on the North Shore.” Officers investigated the […] The post City documents, neighbors reveal Highland Park man whom police killed had history of mental-health struggles, concerning behavior — including …Facebook · Highland Park Read Article

Local gridiron gangs put in their summer work

High school football begins next month, and preparation is underway. More than 20 suburban football teams — including New Trier and Highland Park — put that preparation on display Wednesday, July 9, at Maine West High School during the Central Suburban League 7-on-7 tournament. The teams played four games apiece against unique opponents. The Trevians […] The post Local gridiron gangs put in their summer work appeared first on The Record.Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

Police Reports: Car burglaries and theft in Highland Park

The following reports were pulled from the latest police summaries provided by departments in our coverage area (Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, Northfield, Kenilworth and Glencoe). WILMETTE July 4 • A bicycle reportedly was stolen from a backyard in the 500 block of Laurel Avenue. WINNETKA No reported incidents that meet The Record’s standards for publication. […] The post Police Reports: Car burglaries and theft in Highland Park appeared fi…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article