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St. Charles aldermen on Monday review a rendering of a proposed recreational cannabis facility presented by Zen Leaf, a medical marijuana dispensary that wants to expand its operations when a new state law goes into effect Jan. 1.

News | How St. Charles' decision on pot sales could affect medical dispensary

A St. Charles medical marijuana dispensary would likely relocate to another community if the city chooses not to allow recreational cannabis sales, company leaders said Monday.
A Park Ridge teenager is suing leading e-cigarette maker Juul Labs for “fraudulent and deceptive youth marketing business practices” that led to his nicotine addiction.

News | Park Ridge teen sues Juul, Philip Morris for nicotine addiction

A Park Ridge teenager who says he became addicted to nicotine through vaping has filed a class-action lawsuit against leading e-cigarette manufacturer Juul and tobacco industry giant Philip Morris.
The city of Elgin and Gail Borden Public Library are launching a “2020 Elgin Complete Count” effort next week. This photo shows an envelope containing a 2018 census letter mailed as part of a test run of the 2020 Census.

News | How Elgin hopes to reach 'hard-to-count groups' in 2020 census

The city of Elgin and Gail Borden Public Library are launching a "2020 Elgin Complete Count" effort next week, including a focus on reaching traditionally undercounted groups such as young children and foreign-born residents.
Children enjoy a new inclusive playground meant to be fun for everyone regardless of physical abilities at Countryside Elementary School in Barrington Hills.

Education | New accessible school playgrounds are a 'natural extension of the inclusive world'

At least two suburban school systems have debuted inclusive playgrounds for the new academic season that are meant to be fun for children regardless of their physical abilities.
A McHenry County judge on Tuesday gave an investor authority to proceed with a foreclosure sale of the former home of AJ Freund on Dole Avenue in Crystal Lake. AJ’s parents have been charged in his murder. The city of Crystal Lake, however, wants to tear down the home.
McHenry County | Court allows foreclosure sale of AJ's home in Crystal Lake
A McHenry County judge Tuesday gave an investor authority to proceed with a foreclosure sale of the Crystal Lake home where 5-year old AJ Freund lived and, according to authorities, was murdered.
Chicago Cubs’ David Bote has an RBI sacrifice fly to right field to score Kris Bryant during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Los Angeles, Sunday, June 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
Cubs | Chicago Cubs' Maddon says recent demotions to Iowa not easy
The recent demotions of Albert Almora and David Bote by the Chicago Cubs were not easy, according to manager Joe Maddon.
News | Council denies plan for 24/7 gas station in Naperville
A vacant former gas station in Naperville won't become a new 24-hour gas station -- at least not under a proposal from a group hoping to open a 7-Eleven.
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Crime | Lombard couple prohibited from charitable work, fund-raising
A Cook County judge has prohibited a Lombard-based charity and its founders from doing any work, or fund-raising money for any charity, after allegations of theft.
Buffalo Grove trustees approved plans for a new 24 Hour Fitness club to open in the struggling Cambridge Commons shopping center. Village officials hope the new business helps revitalize the nearly vacant shopping center.
Business | Buffalo Grove hopes fitness club revitalizes struggling shopping center
Buffalo Grove trustees Monday approved a rezoning and special use permit that clears the way for a new 24 Hour Fitness health club to open in the nearly vacant Cambridge Commons shopping center.
Matt Knutson, executive producer of “Windy City Live,” has been promoted to director of content innovation at ABC-owned WLS-Channel 7.
Columns | Feder: ABC 7 promotes 'Windy City' producer to programming chief
Matt Knutson, executive producer of "Windy City Live," has been promoted to director of content innovation at ABC-owned WLS-Channel 7, Robert Feder writes.
Bears tight ends Adam Shaheen, right and Ben Braunecker work on the field during minicamp in May. Do these Bears have what it takes to get better at tight end and open up a whole new world of possibilities in 12 personnel to further unlock Matt Nagy’s multiple offense?
Bears | Bears still have three big questions to answer in addition to kicking situation
Beyond the obvious issues like young players needing to mature and improve, whether everyone is as healthy as possible for the marathon NFL season and Chuck Pagano getting fully settled in Vic Fangio's old office, there are at least three very serious the Bears need to answer before the regular season begins
Des Plaines aldermen shot down a proposal Monday night to hold a referendum seeking voter input on whether to allow marijuana sales in the city.
News | Des Plaines won't leave marijuana sales decision to voters
Des Plaines officials won't be asking voters to weigh in on whether to city should allow sales of recreational marijuana in town.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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