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Wilmette Mourns the Loss of a Community Champion: Tom Behrens, Founder of The Night Ministry

Reverend Tom Behrens, a longtime Wilmette resident and Founding President and Former CEO of The Night Ministry, was a beacon of hope for Chicago’s most vulnerable citizens. His unwavering commitment to serving the city’s unhoused and marginalized communities has left an indelible mark on the city of Chicago and beyond.

Apr 22, 2024

Tom Behrens wearing a raincoat

D39's Misleading Pandemic Communications as Wilmette Breaks Records

On Thursday, Wilmette surpassed its prior record of new weekly COVID-19 cases, now over four times the CDC’s red level for community transmission. School case rates far surpass the community spread, though by presenting severely distorted charts, it is virtually impossible to notice.

Dec 19, 2021

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New Trier Saliva Test: Is it Enough to Open the School?

As COVID-19 cases exceed record levels, New Trier opened up Tuesday for in-person classes in conjunction with an unapproved saliva-based test.

Nov 12, 2020

The Mental Health Crisis of Teaching During a Pandemic

Several district teachers have had to seek inpatient treatment for mental health this fall. Here is one of their stories.

Oct 22, 2020

Two Weeks in and Many D39 Teachers, Parents Still Adjusting to Fall Plan

High numbers of D39 staff resignations, including former WEA president Rodas, signal teacher discomfort.

Sep 12, 2020

COVID Cases Reported Among Staff in District 39, Village, and Park District

As Wilmette’s suburban Cook County Region 10 inches towards 8% positivity, recent reports show multiple Wilmette governments’ staff infected with the coronavirus.

Sep 10, 2020

Wilmette School District Releases Plans for In-person Instruction as COVID-19 Cases Continue to Rise

Wilmette Education Association president comes out against district’s plan, insists on remote learning.

Aug 3, 2020

Debate Surrounding Mask Freedoms Descends on Al’s Meat Market

In the past week, Wilmette became a microcosm of the nationally relevant mask debate.

Jul 24, 2020

Administration Committee Looks to Review, Update Village Commissions

Monday’s Administration Committee meeting will be the initial step in re-evaluating the village’s system of boards and commissions, the first expansive review of this system since 2011.

Jul 4, 2020

Village Board Plans Referendum Gauging Community Perception of Local Cannabis Retailers

The Village Board moved one step closer to approving a November referendum regarding the local sale of cannabis at Tuesday’s meeting.

Jul 18, 2020

Reports of Widespread Racism at Loyola Academy

A video featuring a Loyola Academy student using racist language surfaced on social media in early June.

July 2, 2020

Village Residents React to Black Lives Matter Signs

Several Wilmette residents who have publicly expressed their support for the Black Lives Matter movement have faced opposition in recent weeks.

June 25, 2020

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Frank Lloyd Wright Baker House Undergoing Renovations

Frank Lloyd Wright’s Baker House is undergoing renovations after years of neglect and legal disputes over the home’s rightful owner.

Jul 21, 2020

Mass Rainfall Leads to Widespread Village Flooding

Major rainfall in the past week has left many streets, garages and basements in Wilmette underwater, an occurrence that seems to affect the village all too often.

May 20, 2020

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Jeff Axelrod

Wilmette Firefighters Immune to COVID-19?

Thursday, a lightning strike caused a gas-main leak. Throughout the day while Nicor worked on repairs, firefighters huddled together in close contact without wearing masks.

May 16, 2020