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Lombard resident Ronald Dunbar is speaking out about an April 21, 2021, fight in Elmhurst that led to him facing a first-degree murder charge. Dunbar says he was acting in self-defense when he fatally stabbed Karl Bomba of Yorkville.

DuPage County | Self-defense or murder? Lombard man makes his case about 2021 fight

Speaking publicly about his case for the first time, Lombard resident Ronald Dunbar insists he was acting in self-defense during a 2021 fight in Elmhurst that left another man dead. Authorities have accused Dunbar of murder.
Businesses and residents are celebrating the end of a major construction project in downtown Naperville.

Business | The Biz Week That Was: Naperville celebrates end of project; museums proposed for Pheasant Run

Naperville celebrates end of major construction project. Veterans, sports museums proposed for part of Pheasant Run property. weetness Cookie Company opens in South Elgin.
New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley beats Dallas Cowboys cornerback Trevon Diggs to the goal line for a touchdown in Week 3. Heading into Week 4, Giants running back Barkley ranks second in the NFL with 317 rushing yards.

Bears | Bears vs. New York Giants: 5 things to watch in Week 4

This will be the fifth consecutive season that the Bears and Giants have squared off. The Bears have won the past three matchups.The Bears and Giants kick off at noon Sunday on Fox. Here's what to watch for.
A couple walk along the boardwalk through wetlands at Lippold Park in Batavia.

News | Suburban Skyview: Boardwalk meanders through wetlands in Batavia

In this week's Suburban Skyview column, an aerial look at Lippold Park in Batavia.
Geneva first responders work the scene of an accident along East State Street just west of Eastside Drive in Geneva on Wednesday, Sept. 28. The victim, who died at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, is Tammy Berke, 55, of Batavia.
News | Woman killed after being struck by car in Geneva identified
A woman who died after being struck by a car in Geneva Wednesday night has been identified.
Willie Tidwell of Chicago, accused of stabbing a woman multiple times in a Naperville hotel room, is being held without bond on a charge of attempted murder.
Crime | Chicago man held without bond in brutal attack of woman in Naperville hotel room
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Erik Golden of Palatine was charged with aggravated driving under the influence and other offenses after a traffic stop in Bartlett.
Crime | Palatine man charged with aggravated DUI after traffic stop in Bartlett
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Chicago | Road-rage shooting in Chicago leaves 3-year-old dead
In a shooting the police said was sparked by road rage, a 3-year-old Chicago boy was killed Friday night on the Southwest Side as he sat in the back seat of his mother's sport-utility vehicle. The slain boy, identified as Mateo Zastro, is one of the youngest victims of violence in Chicago this year.
Demolition continued Friday to clear a site south of Route 176 and east of the railroad tracks in downtown Mundelein for Morris Station, a 139-unit townhouse development in 16 buildings.
Lake County | Long-sought revival of former industrial area on north side of Mundelein's downtown is underway
Demolition of a home, apartment building and other structures in what is considered a gateway area south of Route 176 in downtown Mundelein, will clear the way for a 139-unit townhouse development called Morris Station.
This GOES-East GeoCcolor satellite image taken Tuesday shows Hurricane Ian over the Gulf of Mexico. It had hit Cuba and was about to slam into Florida, and one false warning about it was posted in social media.
Columns | Facts Matter: Hurricane warning shared on social media really is from 2016
In this week's Facts Matter column, Bob Oswald examines a misleading post about Hurricane Ian, claims that Barron Trump has been expelled from his private school, posts that Nancy Pelosi is being impeached and more.
Pink Floyd co-founder Roger Waters performs July 26 at the United Center in Chicago. Waters canceled concerts in Poland amid outrage over his stance on Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Columns | Grammar Moses: I have become comfortably number
Jim delves into homophones and the seriousness of sports writing
Tom Demmer, left, and Michael Frerichs are candidates for Illinois treasurer in the 2022 general election.
Politics | Illinois treasurer candidates Mike Frerichs, Tom Demmer spar over role of office
Democratic Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs and his Republican challenger Tom Demmer trade barbs over how they perceive the role of state treasurer during a recent candidate forum with the Daily Herald's editorial board.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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Like a good neighbor, Bill Nelson’s State Farm Insurance agency in St. Charles has served the Fox Valley and beyond for 25 years as of Oct. 1. Nelson’s agency offers a broad range of over 100 insurance and financial products backed by State Farm, the leading auto and home insurer in the U.S. for almost 60 years.
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Forza Meats owner Mario Minelli, Elizabeth Minelli and Pat Nimrod, president of the OLPH Men’s Club, hoist pretzels and steins at Blocktoberfest.
IMAGES: Glenview toasts Blocktoberfest with annual downtown festival
Elmhurst resident David Gerfen uses a 3D virtual reality device for stroke rehabilitation at Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton.
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The Batavia Chamber of Commerce celebrated the opening of Mirus Batavia with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 15. The new restaurant is located at 15 E. Wilson St. Mayor Jeffery Schielke presided over the celebration along with Melissa Monno and John Hamel, Mirus owners. General Manager Ryan Shaver, Chef Rick Kaniuga and Sous Chef Wayne Schaible also represented the restaurant. Among the well-wishers were Melissa’s father, Larry Monno; Batavia Chamber President Margaret Perreault, Shirley Mott, chamber communications and membership coordinator; Beth Walker, executive director of Batavia MainStreet; and Kristen Desler, Batavia MainStreet assistant director. Also in attendance were Lori Botterman, city of Batavia communications manager, Batavia Chamber board members, ambassadors, and community members.
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The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is carried in a hearse along the Long Walk towards Windsor Castle during her funeral procession in Windsor, England, Monday, Sept. 19, 2022.
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Neuqua Valley fans cheer their team against Naperville North Friday, September 16, 2022 at Barbara J. Barrows Stadium in Naperville.
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