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U-46 Magnet Academies earn national recognition for helping students turn passions into careers

Submitted by Elgin Area School District U-46
Oct 08, 2026 10:36 pm - Elgin Area School District U-46's five Magnet Academies recently received national recognition, with four schools named "Nationally Certified Demonstration Schools" by Magnet Schools of America. Registration is open through Oct. 31.
Northwest suburban groups unite for ‘No Kings Vote Early’ rally and Democracy Fair

Submitted by Indivisible Elk Grove Township
Oct 08, 2026 9:40 pm - Northwest suburban residents are organizing a "No Kings Vote Early" rally and Democracy Fair on Oct. 17 at North School Park in Arlington Heights as part of over 2,300 nationwide coordinated events.
Classic meets contemporary in Maine South’s ‘Sense and Sensibility’ production

Submitted by Maine Township High School District 207
Oct 08, 2026 9:30 pm - On Oct. 15-17, Maine South Theatre presents Kate Hamill’s adaptation of “Sense and Sensibility.” It maintains Regency era authenticity through period costumes and mannerisms while adding modern elements like contemporary British indie-pop music and vibrant color palettes for a playful theatrical experience.
Maine West Theatre to put on ‘Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood’

Submitted by Maine Township High School District 207
Oct 08, 2026 9:18 pm - On Oct. 15-17, Maine West High School Theatre presents “Marian, or the True Tale of Robin Hood,” featuring a fresh retelling that shifts focus to Marian as the clever protagonist.
Scout-run Haunted Hollow returns to Rosemont Oct. 23-24

Submitted by Anthony DiBasilio
Oct 08, 2026 8:16 pm - Takhone Lodge #7's annual Haunted Hollow returns Oct. 23-24 at 9201 W. Higgins Road in Rosemont, featuring a 45-minute Brothers Grimm-themed haunted house experience. This youth-run fundraiser supports local Scouting programs.
Kane County arrests man on cocaine, meth, fentanyl delivery charges

Oct 08, 2026 5:22 pm - A Minnesota man has been arrested in Kane County on charges of dealing drugs, including cocaine and fentanyl.
After visiting Illinois, Carmel DE Chadick reaches for more: ‘Really making my presence known’

By Steve Reaven
Oct 08, 2026 4:11 pm - Carmel junior defensive end Kristian Chadick’s first two sacks of the season came at an interesting time. Between visits to Penn State and Illinois on game days, Chadick’...
West Suburban Community Pantry to hold State of Hunger event Oct. 14 on rising food insecurity

Submitted by Deborah Newman
Oct 08, 2026 3:31 pm - West Suburban Community Pantry will host a free State of the Pantry event on Oct. 14 in Woodridge, featuring tours of their facilities and updates on food insecurity challenges in DuPage and Will counties.
Elgin commission nixes proposal for 7 Brew Coffee on Summit Street

By Gloria Casas
Oct 08, 2026 3:09 pm - Elgin Planning and Zoning commissioners rejected a bid from a developer to bring a 7 Brew Coffee to Summit Street, citing concerns about the high traffic volume the popular drive-through coffee shop creates and whether the neighborhood could handle it.
Village Theatre Guild opens 63rd season with ‘Tiny Beautiful Things’

By Carl Zeitler, Village Theatre Guild
Oct 08, 2026 3:03 pm - Village Theatre Guild launches its 63rd season with “Tiny Beautiful Things,” an adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s book running Oct. 16 to Nov. 7. The play explores real-life stories of love, loss, and human resilience through intimate dialogue and raw emotions.

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