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The DuPage Water Commission is examining plans to build its own pipeline to get water directly from Lake Michigan instead of purchasing from Chicago.

DuPage County | Why the DuPage Water Commission wants to spend billions for own pipeline from Lake Michigan

DuPage Water Commission officials are exploring an option to build its own pipeline from Lake Michigan and circumvent Chicago, the agency's current supplier.
Kelly O’Brien, right, and her sister Kaitlin attended Taylor Swift’s Soldier Field shows in 2015. Because of sky-high ticket prices, they’re not sure they’ll be able to go to this weekend’s shows.

Chicago | $2,000 tickets at Soldier Field? Even the biggest Taylor Swift fans have their limits

But that doesn't mean they've given up on going to the concerts this weekend.
The Anvil Club restaurant in East Dundee will be closing July 30. The prospective new owner plans to turn the restaurant, once a private dinner club, into a Mexican restaurant and bar.

Business | The Anvil Club is closing to make way for a new restaurant in East Dundee

The Anvil Club, an iconic restaurant in East Dundee, is closing July 30. A sale is pending and the new owner plans to turn the restaurant, once a members-only dining club, into a Mexican restaurant.
Deerfield High School players were the target of antisemitic remarks last week during a girls soccer playoff game against St. Viator High School.

News | Antisemitic remarks shouted at St. Viator-Deerfield playoff soccer game

Antisemitic slurs shouted during a recent girls soccer playoff game between St. Viator High School and Deerfield High have been condemned by both schools.
Joe Majkowski
Crime | Ex-St. Viator coach, counselor found guilty of one charge, acquitted on three others
Former St. Viator High School counselor and high school hall of fame basketball coach Joseph Majkowski was found guilty Wednesday of a misdemeanor disorderly conduct charge alleging he sent an inappropriate text message to a student.
Sunset Park playground Wednesday May 31, 2023 in Glen Ellyn. Made from recycled ocean waste, Glen Ellyn’s new playground is the first of its kind in Illinois. The renovated playground uses equipment purchased from manufacturer Kompan, whose “GreenLine” products are developed by repurposing post-consumer waste, giving new life to materials and reducing carbon emissions.
News | A first for Illinois: Glen Ellyn installs playground made of recycled ocean waste
Doing so reduces carbon emissions by up to 66% compared to the manufacturer's original plastic model.
Palatine has revoked the business license of the Red Roof Inn at 1200 Frontage Road in the wake of drug arrests and complaints of prostitution at the business.
Business | Palatine keeps Red Roof Inn closed in wake of illicit activity
Palatine was left with no choice but to close down a local hotel because it was acting as an "open drug and prostitution market," according to the village's attorney.
One person was injured in a multivehicle accident Wednesday in Aurora.
News | Man in serious condition after multivehicle accident in Aurora
A man is in serious condition after a multivehicle accident Wednesday afternoon in Aurora.
A funeral service was held Thursday for Hudson, a police dog with the Kane County sheriff’s office, at Kaneland Harter Middle School in Sugar Grove. Hudson was killed in the line of duty on May 24th.
Kane County | Images: Funeral service for Kane County Sheriff's police dog, Hudson.
See images of the funeral and procession for Hudson, the Kane County Sheriff's Office police dog killed in action on May 24 in Geneva after trying to subdue a carjacking suspect.
For National Donut Day Friday, Stan’s is giving away a free glazed cake doughnut with any purchase June 2.
Dining | Dining out: Where to score free doughnuts Friday for National Donut Day
Sweet! Friday, June 2, is National Donut Day, which means free doughnuts at Dunkin', Krispy Kreme and Stan's Donuts.
Cream of Wheaton runs June 1-4 at Memorial Park and other locations in Wheaton, with music, rides, food, a 5K/10K and more.
Music | Festivals June 2-8: Cream of Wheaton, Rose Fest, Fox River Arts Ramble and more
From Gilberts Community Days to Bitter Jester in Highland Park to the Lake in the Hills Skate, Bike & Roll to Concerts in the Park in Mundelein to the Naperville Kite Fly, there are a plethora of fairs and festivals to choose from this weekend. Let the fun begin!
Prep Sports | Softball: Warren rallies from 8 down in 7th, beats Palatine 16-15 in 10 innings
Trailing 11-3 going into the bottom of the seventh inning of its own Class 4A sectional semifinal on Wednesday, Warren's softball team staged the comeback of a lifetime in Gurnee.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
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A funeral service was held Thursday for Hudson, a police dog with the Kane County sheriff’s office, at Kaneland Harter Middle School in Sugar Grove. Hudson was killed in the line of duty on May 24th.
Funeral service for Kane County Sheriff's police dog, Hudson.
Geneva High School senior Allie Soeder takes a photo with fellow graduations before the start of their commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb.
Geneva, Wheaton North, Wheaton Warrenville South, Aurora Central Catholic and Willows academy graduation ceremonies
Elgin High School held its graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at the Now Arena in Hoffman Estates.
Elgin, Larkin, South Elgin, Bartlett and Streamwood graduation ceremonies
Attendees honor the playing of taps during the first stop of Naperville’s Memorial Day observances at the Cmdr. Dan Shanower Memorial Monday.
Memorial Day parades and ceremonies in the suburbs
Burlington Central’s Nolan Milas runs in the Class 2A 100-meter dash final at the IHSA boys state track and field meet in Charleston on Saturday, May 27, 2023.
Look: The Illinois high school boys track and field championships
Grayslake Central’s Brannon Duffin wins the 100-meter wheelchair race at the IHSA boys state track and field meet in Charleston on Saturday, May 27, 2023.
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