1. Salt Creek Body Identified as Man Last Seen in January: The 54-year-old homeless man found in the river near Graue Mill was identified by a tiny fingerprint on one finger, a print that was matched to an arrest record, The Doings reports. 2. Victor Casini Takes Over as District 86's Board President: The man who was picked to replace Dennis Brennan as board president Monday night said efficiency is one of his top priorities and that he's not a "one-issue board member" defined by last year's Hinsdale South movie controversy. 3. Newsweek High School Rankings Map: Hinsdale Central at No. 144: …

1. Flood-Damaged Home Buglarized: Police Blotter: Jewelry went missing from a home in the 1200 block of Indian Trail that was broken-into on April 25. 2. 520 Signatures on Petition Against D181 Late Starts: The District 181 Board of Education is expected to further discuss the late-start issue at its May 20 Committee of the Whole meeting and vote on a final 2013-14 calendar on May 28. 3. UWGB Coach Wardle, Hinsdale Central Grad, Accused of Mistreating Player: According to a now-public complaint, the coach once forced a sick player to work out until he lost control of his bowels, then openly …

1. Missing Teen Faith Shirley Found Safe in Chicago: The 16-year-old from Florida went missing earlier this week from the Institute in Basic Life Principles in Hinsdale. 2. 2013 Election Results: Find All Your Local Winners: Now that the polls have closed, follow our site for live results to learn who won and by how much in all your Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills races. We'll be updating this post throughout the night as votes are tallied. 3. D86 Election: 'Friends' Slate Promises Transparency, 'New Brand of Collaboration': Challengers Victor Casini, Ed Corcoran and Claudia Manley all won spots…

1. Another Vehicle Crashes into Building on Washington Street: It is the third time in the last five weeks that such an incident has taken place in the 100 block of South Washington Street in downtown Hinsdale. 2. Downtown Hinsdale Shakeup: Busters Out, 2 New Businesses In: A hair products store and a salon for kids plan on opening on 1st Street in downtown Hinsdale this spring. 3. Former Blackhawk Martin Lapointe Lists Hinsdale House at $3.5 Million: The retired NHL enforcer is now the director of player development with the Montreal Canadiens, according to Curbed Chicago. 4. D181 Late …

1. Man Charged in Robbery is Former DGS Basketball Star, Seton Hall Recruit: Jerrot Wilbut is a former candidate for Mr. Basketball Illinois; he and two others are charged with robbing a juvenile near Clarendon Hills. 2. New Oak Street Bridge Renderings Displayed: The renderings were looked at by residents who attended Tuesday night's public hearing on the Oak Street Bridge replacement project. 3. Police Chief 'Disappointed' After Merger Fails: Hinsdale Police Chief Brad Bloom and Clarendon Hills Police Chief Ted Jenkins both said police-department consolidation will likely become common in …

1. Elderly Woman Rescued from Burning House in Hinsdale: The woman was revived on the scene by Hinsdale firefighters and was transported to Adventist Hinsdale Hospital with one other victim. 2. D181 Board Approves Long-term Curriculum Overhaul:All six board members in attendance Monday night voted to approve the District 181 advanced learning plan, though two presented plenty of criticism. 3. Garfield Street Burglary Reported, Jewelry Missing: A home in the 500 block of North Garfield Street was broken-into Sunday evening, Hinsdale Police say. 4. Teacher Raises Approved by D86 Board: Teachers…

1. Teardowns.com 'A Disruptor' in Real Estate Industry, Owner Says: Hinsdale resident Brian Hickey started Teardown.com in 2001 to directly connect sellers of property with redevelopment potential with interested buyers. 2. Realtor on Teardown Trend: Classic Homes 'Keep Hinsdale Unique': Members of the Hinsdale Historic Preservation Commission spoke about the value of the village's old homes and why it's important residents be informed about how they can be preserved. 3. One of 23 Guns Stolen During Burglary Found in Burr Ridge Home: Police: Burr Ridge resident Daniel Swayka was also found to…

1. Teardowns.com Owner Defends Sale of 122-year-old Hinsdale House: Brian Hickey said that if a beautiful home goes up on the property, "you won’t hear anything about the old [house]." 2. Hinsdale Central Students Charged With Fighting, iPhone Theft: Police Blotter: Hinsdale police reports, Feb. 5-11.  3. Hinsdale Central Clinches West Suburban Silver Title: It's the Red Devils first West Suburban Silver championship since 2000, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. 4. More Hinsdale ATM Trouble Reported to Police: A machine at a 2nd Street bank was damaged in an attempted burglary last week, …

1. Potential Teardown of 122-year-old Hinsdale House Gets Trustees' Attention: The village is encouraging the buyers of 206 N. Washington St. to keep the exterior of the historic home intact as they rehab the interior. 2. Hinsdale ATM Tampering Leads to Fraudulent Withdrawals: Officials from two Hinsdale banks told police that skimming devices that record customer information including PIN numbers were likely placed on their ATMs in recent weeks. 3. D86 Teachers Show Solidarity Amid Salary Negotiations: The current District 86 teachers contract covers four years, but allows for the reopening …

1. Police Merger: Clarendon Hills Board Says No to April Referendum: The referendum was requested by state Rep. Patti Bellock, who has sponsored House legislation that, if passed, would allow for the merger. 2. Trustee Opposing Police Merger: 'I’d Like to Keep My Police Station in this Village': Clarendon Hills village trustee Ed Reid voiced opposition to the proposed Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills police merger at Monday night's Clarendon Hills Village Board meeting. 3. $14K in Silverware Missing from Hinsdale Home: Police Blotter: The items were reported missing on Jan. 10, but are believed to …

1. Hinsdale Takes a Stand Against Distracted Driving: In narrow vote, village board approves a new ordinance that would fine drivers $75 for the offense. 2. Three District 86 Board Members Confirm Plans to Run Again: Board President Dennis Brennan and board members Kay Gallo and DeeDee Gorgol say they will seek re-election in April; Dianne Barrett undecided. 3. Resident Objections to Tax Levy Increase Fail to Sway District 86 Board: The $75 million request represents more than a 4 percent increase over the current levy. 4. Newtown School Shooting: How to Talk To Your Kids About It: District …

1. Bruner Street Home Burglarized Friday, Jewelry and Tableware Missing: The Hinsdale Police Department said forced entry was made to the home some time between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m.; there are currently no suspects. 2. 3rd Generation Coffee Grower Opens Hinsdale's New Café La Fortuna: In addition to serving 100 percent Mexican coffee, Alejandro García-Palacios hopes to help his customers appreciate the growing and roasting process, and "bring coffee culture closer to the consumer." 3. Felony Charge for Man Who Police Say Stole Wallet from Hinsdale Car: Hinsdale Police say John D. Kimbrough …

1. Missing Mom Linda Fellenbaum Found in Georgia Jail: The Hinsdale and Joliet resident was arrested in Fulton County, Ga., and used a fake name but was identified through fingerprints, police said. Detectives believe her missing son is safe, too. 2. House Guests Suspected in Hinsdale Jewelry Theft: Police Blotter: Hinsdale police reports, Nov. 20-26. 3. Hinsdale Trustee Doug Geoga Not Running for Re-election: The Administration and Community Affairs Committee chairman said a move to Chicago may be coming for him and his wife, and he wouldn't want to leave in the middle of a term. 4. D86 …

1. 12 Hinsdale Central Athletes Commit to Universities: The seniors were honored Tuesday morning during a signing ceremony before school. 2. Election 2013: Hinsdale Caucus Set to Finalize Village, D181 Slates: Three new names for District 181 and one new name for the Hinsdale Board of Trustees are among those that will likely get the caucus' endorsement next week.  3. D181 Election: Three Up For Re-election Either Not Running, Not Sure: Yvonne Mayer and Russell Rhoads said they won't be seeking a second term, while Sarah Lewensohn said she hasn't made a final decision yet. 4. $2.8 Million …

1. D181 Board Extends Schuster's Contract, But Not Unanimously: The District 181 Board of Education voted to approve a two-year extension of Superintendent Renée Schuster's contract, but two board members raised concerns and voted against it. 2. Heroin Use in DuPage County an 'Epidemic,' State's Attorney Says: District 86 hosted a drug symposium on Nov. 7 at Hinsdale South High School that featured several speakers, including DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin, with first-hand knowledge of the dangers of heroin in the suburbs today. 3. Madison Street Fire Hospitalizes 3, Cause Under…

1. Seven Teens Hospitalized After Hinsdale Car Crash: Four of the teens had "incapacitating" injuries Friday night, according to police officials. 2. Zak's Place in Hinsdale Closing Its Doors Saturday Night: One of the restaurant's owners said disagreement with the owner over rent contributed to the closing of the restaurant, which has served Hinsdale since 2007. 3. Election 2012: Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills Results: Check out the vote totals for races affecting Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills, including the 5th and 6th congressional districts, 24th State Senate, and DuPage and Cook county …

1. CiNe Modern Tacqueria Opening Saturday in Hinsdale: Owner Peter Burdi said people can start making reservations online and on the phone Monday afternoon. 2. Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills Schools All Over Chicago Sun-Times' 'Top 50': Eight out of nine District 181 schools made their respective top 50 lists put out by the Chicago Sun-Times this week. 3. Officers Commended for Roles in 'Life Saving Event' Last Week: Clarendon Hills Police Department Chief Ted Jenkins sent a letter to Hinsdale Police Department Chief Brad Bloom that detailed the response to an accident that occurred on Route 83 …

1. Boys Golf: Hinsdale Central Wins State Title at Rain-Shortened Tourney: It is the first team title for the Red Devils since 1960, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. 2. Former D181 Admin on Transition Year: 'Our Children Deserve Better Than This': Warren Shillingburg, a Hinsdale resident and former District 181 administrator, expressed reservations about the district's curriculum overhaul in a letter sent to the District 181 Board of Education. 3. Clarendon Hills Train Station Clerk Celebrates 55 Years with Railroad: Linda Peterson, who started working for the railroad at age 18 on Oct. 23…

1. D86 Parent Appealing Superintendent's Ruling on Objection to Sex-Heavy Movies: Superintendent Nick Wahl's decision supported the Hinsdale South English department. 2. Eric Ferguson of 'The Eric and Kathy Show' Pays $3 Million for Hinsdale Home: The Chicago Tribune reported Monday morning that the purchase of the "two-story, French country-style home" took place in August. 3. Oak Lawn Man Arrested in Hinsdale Charged With Burr Ridge Burglary: Kenneth Jackson has been charged with a residential burglary from May as well as aggravated battery of a police officer. 4. Homeless Man Charged With …

1. Hinsdale Man Charged After Trying to Sell Stolen Golf Clubs: Police Blotter: Hinsdale police reports, Sept. 25 to Oct. 1. 2. D86 Movie Controversy: Board Member Wants More Oversight: Richard Skoda said he wants to avoid future issues by having the board review course outlines in advance of classes getting underway. 3. Police Merger Would Eliminate 5 Positions, Save Villages Up to $800K, Officials Say: Details of the potential police-department consolidation by the villages of Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills were released Thursday night at a community information meeting in Hinsdale. 4. Former…