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Democrat Deborah Conroy, left, and Republican Gary Grasso are running for DuPage County Board chair in the November 2026 election. (Brian Hill/Daily Herald, Gary Grasso)

DuPage County Board chair race: Conroy seeks second term against challenger Grasso

While DuPage County Board Chair Deborah Conroy has her eyes on a second term to continue building on the accomplishments of her first, her opponent, Burr Ridge Mayor Gary Grasso, says it’s time for a new direction.

FILE - The Savannah Bananas celebrate their win over the Firefighters during their "Banana Ball World Tour" on Sept. 19, 2025, in Seattle. (Lindsey Wasson/AP)

Savannah Bananas coming to Chicago’s Soldier Field in 2027 — and tour bringing ‘360’ game to Notre Dame Stadium

Banana Ball is headed to Chicago’s Soldier Field in 2027 for the first baseball games to be played at the 102-year-old stadium.

Gov. JB Pritzker walks a hallway after his gubernatorial debate with Republican nominee challenger Darren Bailey at the WTTW-Ch. 11 on Oct. 13 in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Gov. Pritzker tax returns show $8.5 million income for 2025, no blackjack windfall; trust records still secret

There were no big wins at the blackjack table for Gov. JB Pritzker in 2025, according to partial tax returns released Thursday, offering a limited glimpse into the billionaire Democrat’s finances less than three weeks before the Nov. 3 election.

Driver killed after car hits trees, splits into pieces near McHenry

A 23-year-old Lake Villa-area man was killed early Thursday in a single-vehicle crash near McHenry, authorities said.

Carpentersville man facing felony after dumping gas into storm sewer in West Dundee

A 34-year-old Carpentersville man is facing a felony charge after draining gas from a vehicle into a storm sewer in West Dundee on Wednesday.

Witches watch a show during last year’s Nightmare on Chicago Street in Elgin. This year’s event takes place Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16-17. (John Starks/Daily Herald)

Things to do Oct. 16-22: Nightmare on Chicago Street, Civil War Encampment & Battle, Barrington Area TasteFest and more

Mark your calendar for Nightmare on Chicago Street in Elgin, the Civil War Encampment and Battle in Hainesville, Barrington Area TasteFest and various Halloween happenings around the suburbs this weekend.

Des Plaines residents can create digital profiles for first responders that describe medical conditions and other important aspects of their lives. (Joe Lewnard/Daily Herald)

Des Plaines joins Smart911 service to give first responders more information

Des Plaines residents can make sure first responders have important information about their health, homes and pets through a new service.

Libertyville-Vernon Hills Area High School District 128 is facing criticism over its gender-related policies. (Joe Lewnard/Daily Herald)

District 128 gender policies questioned as violating rights of parents and students

Libertyville-Vernon Hills Area High School District 128 is being told to amend its gender-related written policies or face potential legal action.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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