Cook County
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Just 23 miles apart by rail, Chicago skyline and Arlington Heights in a single imageMar 14, 2026 5:30 am - Just 23 miles apart by rail, and even closer as the crow flies, the skylines of downtown Arlington Heights and downtown Chicago can be seen in a single image on a recent clear afternoon.
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Oak Brook Park District donation drive benefits Hope’s Front DoorMar 13, 2026 11:56 pm - Oak Brook Park District collected toiletries and infant care items for Hope's Front Door during January and February to support local families in need.It provides essential hygiene items to 275-300 households monthly, helping families who struggle to afford basic necessities while managing other expenses.
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Science & Arts Academy honored by Illinois Science OlympiadMar 13, 2026 11:39 pm - Science & Arts Academy, an independent day school for gifted students in Des Plaines, has been recognized by Science Olympiad, the nation’s leading team STEM competition, for the school’s longstanding commitment to both Science Olympiad and Elementary Science Olympiad in Illinois.
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Maine West showcases modern-day storytelling at its Writers’ Block FestivalMar 13, 2026 11:16 pm - Maine West High School hosted a two-day Writers' Block festival in late February, featuring guest speakers including award-winning journalists, authors, and filmmakers who shared insights about writing careers with hundreds of students.
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District 207 students win 56 awards in prestigious Scholastic Art & Writing CompetitionMar 13, 2026 10:26 pm - District 207 students earned 56 awards including one Best of Show, six Gold Key Awards, 15 Silver Key Awards and 33 Honorable Mention Awards across Maine East, Maine South and Maine West high schools.
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Elgin Symphony presents Beethoven’s Fifth on April 11-12Mar 13, 2026 9:47 pm - On April 11-12, cellist Oliver Herbert will perform Schumann's Cello Concerto with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra. The program includes Mason's "A Joyous Trilogy" and Beethoven's Symphony No. 5.
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‘Hoppin’ for Hanover’ at the Izaak Walton Youth CenterMar 13, 2026 9:20 pm - The Hoppin’ for Hanover free Easter Egg Hunt will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Youth Center, 899 Jay St. in Elgin. Part...
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Oak Brook Park District’s Gateway Gators advance four squads to Special Olympics state tournamentMar 13, 2026 9:07 pm - Four Gateway Gators basketball teams (Red, Yellow, White, and Blue) won gold at the Special Olympics Illinois Region C Basketball Qualifier in February and advanced to the state tournament on March 14-15, while the Green team narrowly missed advancement despite strong effort.
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Glenbard District 87 seeks community members for finance & facility committeeMar 13, 2026 8:48 pm - Glenbard Township High School District 87 invites community members to serve on the board’s finance & facility committee. Community members will be appointed to serve a two-year term.
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Boys basketball: York loses Class 4A semifinal to Marist, still savors 1st state trip in 59 yearsMar 13, 2026 8:00 pm - York’s boys basketball team made its first state tournament appearance in 59 years on Friday. The community came out. Fans, many of them students, filled Champaign’s Stat...
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