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Citing growing ridership, Metra is adding trains to its Union Pacific West Line, shown here near Winfield. The commuter rail will add nine inbound and nine outbound trains on weekdays beginning Dec. 5.

Transportation | Metra delivering 18 more weekday trains to UP West Line

Metra Union Pacific West riders can expect a lot more choices on Dec. 5, when the commuter railroad restores 18 more trains to the line.
Holiday lights shine Friday during the Arlington Heights tree-lighting ceremony at North School Park.

News | Arlington Heights is all aglow for the holidays

Arlington Heights flipped the switch on its holiday tree Friday at North School Park.
Ed Berthold of Fox River Grove celebrated his 103rd birthday this week by bowling a score of 156, a performance that included knocking down the dreaded 7-10 split. “He’s amazing,” said Gail Evans, president of the over-50 bowling league in which Berthold plays.

News | Age isn't just a number. For this 103-year-old bowler, it's a score to beat.

At 103 years old, Ed Berthold of Fox River Grove isn't just able to keep bowling. He's averaging a score well above his age, including an awe-inspiring 156 at his most recent outing. "He's amazing," said Gail Evans, president of the over-50 bowling league in which Berthold plays.
Bears quarterback Nathan Peterman throws during the preseason win over the Seahawks. The Bears elevated QB Peterman from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, a sign that Justin Fields could be inactive when they play the Jets at the Meadowlands on Sunday.

Bears | Bears elevate QB Nathan Peterman to active roster, a sign Fields won't play

The Chicago Bears elevated QB Nathan Peterman from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, a sign that Justin Fields could be inactive when they play the Jets at the Meadowlands on Sunday.
McHenry County | Pilot's identity not released in fatal Wonder Lake plane crash
National Transportation Safety Board officials were on-site Saturday investigating a fatal single-engine plane crash near Wonder Lake.
George White IV walks through the Christmas trees on sale Tuesday at the Country Bumpkin garden center in Mundelein. The trees release carbon into the atmosphere once they’re cut, which is bad, but enough new ones are growing in tree farms to more than offset them.
News | Time to pick a Christmas tree, but real or fake? Environmentalists actually say real, if you can
For those who celebrate Christmas, it's almost time to pick up an evergreen tree. But will it be real or fake? While debates between the two often are about cost, convenience and tradition, environmental groups are encouraging people to consider also which is best for the planet.
News | Irene Cara, singer of title tracks to 'Flashdance,' 'Fame,' dies at 63, rep says
Irene Cara, the Oscar-winning singer of the title tracks to "Fame" and "Flashdance," has died at age 63, her publicist announced late Friday.
Bears quarterback Justin Fields holds his shoulder during the second half in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 27-24.
NFL | 5 things to watch in when the Bears play the Jets
The Bears (3-8) and Jets (6-4) will kick off at noon from MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The game will be broadcast on Fox. Here's what to watch for Sunday.
McHenry County | Pilot killed in plane crash near Wonder Lake airport
A pilot died Friday evening in a single-engine plane crash near Galt Airport in Wonder Lake.
Kellee M. Holmes, 41, of Lindenhurst
Crime | Woman charged, released after man fatally shot in Lindenhurst home
A Lindenhurst woman faces a charge of reckless discharge of a firearm in connection with a fatal shooting at a home Thursday, authorities said.
The Lake Zurich Fire Department, assisted by six other departments, extinguished a fire at the Kavkaz Grill and Bakery on Nov. 25.
News | Lake Zurich bakery fire on Friday contained to oven
The Lake Zurich Fire Department, assisted by six other departments, extinguished a fire at the Kavkaz Bakery on Nov. 25 along South Rand Road
Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) holds his shoulder as he returns to the huddle after being tackled during the second half of an NFL football game Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022 in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Bears | Bears QB Fields officially questionable for Sunday
Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields is questionable to face the New York Jets on Sunday. "He's feeling better every single day and we've got 48 hours to assess where we're gonna go with that," coach Matt Eberflus said after the team's practice Friday.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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