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‘A bucket list item that I didn’t know I had’: Suburban garage rockers prep for first headlining gig since ’60s

By Christopher Placek
Jun 26, 2026 10:11 am - The Huns, a 1960s garage rock band from the Northwest suburbs, have reunited and are rehearsing for their first solo show since going their separate ways after high school graduation in 1969.
Plan in a Can kits help Elmhurst seniors prepare for medical emergencies

Submitted by The Roosevelt at Salt Creek
Jun 26, 2026 12:04 am - Plan in a Can, a free emergency preparedness program that helps seniors organize critical medical information for first responders, is now available at The Roosevelt at Salt Creek in Elmhurst, the first senior living community to serve as a public distribution site.
40-unit affordable housing development underway in Gurnee

By Mick Zawislak
Jun 25, 2026 6:59 pm - Work is underway in Gurnee on a project designed to provide more people with an option for comfortable and affordable housing.
National folk artist Eric Dowdle to unveil Elgin puzzle and original artwork June 27

Submitted by City of Elgin
Jun 25, 2026 6:32 pm - On June 27, Elgin will unveil a cityscape artwork by folk artist Eric Dowdle, created for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Also, artist Alisa Duda's “Heart of Elgin” manhole covers will be installed as permanent public art celebrating downtown’s architecture and history.
Elgin’s July Fourth features parades, live music and fireworks

Submitted by City of Elgin
Jun 25, 2026 6:05 pm - Elgin's Fourth of July celebration returns with a full day of patriotic festivities on Saturday, July 4. The day kicks off with the parade and pet parade, followed by live music, pie-eating contest, food trucks, and fireworks in the evening.
Contractor fraud surging amid record storms — here’s what to watch out for

By Charles Keeshan and Susan Sarkauskas
Jun 25, 2026 5:24 pm - Just as suburbanites clean up after another round of powerful storms left behind downed trees and damaged homes, a national association is warning about surging instances of contractor fraud, particularly here in Illinois
Prairie Sky Quintet and local artists to perform for NAMI KDK fundraiser

Submitted by Prairie Sky Quintet
Jun 25, 2026 5:18 pm - On July 26, NAMI KDK will host a fundraising concert in Aurora, featuring patriotic, Broadway, and classical music performances.
North Central College partners with West Suburban Community Pantry for Junior Chefs’ Camp

Submitted by Deb Newman
Jun 25, 2026 4:52 pm - North Central College partnered with West Suburban Community Pantry to host a Junior Chefs Camp where 21 children aged 8-13 learned cooking skills and nutrition basics at Downers Grove South High School.
‘The sirens go off because you’re under threat’: Elgin officials clarify emergency warning system

By Rick West
Jun 25, 2026 4:25 pm - Elgin Fire Chief Robb Cagann explained why Elgin’s emergency warning siren system will automatically be activated when the National Weather Service issues either a tornado or severe thunderstorm warning.
‘Palatine is better than that’: Pride advocates plan protest against church sign messages

By Steve Zalusky
Jun 25, 2026 4:01 pm - Pro-LGBTQ+ groups plan to protest a Palatine church they say has been spreading messages of hate on its electronic message sign during Pride month.

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