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No injuries in South Barrington basement fire

No injuries were reported in a fire at a home in South Barrington Monday, officials from the Barrington Countryside Fire Protection District said.

Geneva Police Chief Eric Passarelli talks about the limited garage storage for police vehicles and other equipment during a tour earlier this month. A $59.4 million public safety referendum will be on the March 17 primary ballot.

Geneva is asking voters to borrow $59M for new police station. Here’s a look at its current building’s issues

Geneva is asking voters to borrow $59M for new police station. Here’s a look at its current building’s issues.

Steve Knapp, a Larkin High School driver’s education teacher, won over $65,000 in cash and prizes as a contestant on ‘Wheel of Fortune.’ The episode was aired last week.

Driver’s ed teacher takes a spin on ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ wins over $65K

Larkin High School driver’s education teacher Steve Knapp won over $65,000 in cash and prizes on ‘Wheel of Fortune.’ The episode was aired last week.

A pedestrian uses a crosswalk in downtown Des Plaines. A state task force is seeking ways to prevent crashes amid a rise in pedestrian fatal collisions in 2025.

As fatal pedestrian crashes rise, state task force aims for zero deaths

Fatal vehicle crashes were down in 2025, but pedestrian deaths rose. The state is seeking solutions. Plus, here’s how you can get free auto show tickets.

Crews work in the substation area of the new Compass Datacenters development on the former Sears headquarters site in Hoffman Estates.

‘A call to action’: Union of Concerned Scientists’ study urges Illinois lawmakers to address clean energy for data center boom

Citing risks of increased pollution and higher electricity costs for all consumers, a science-based nonprofit is calling on Illinois lawmakers to strengthen regulations amid the ongoing data center boom.

Would tax break for the Bears mean tax hike for homeowners?

Supporters of legislation that would give the Bears a big property tax break at Arlington Park claim that, if designed properly, surrounding residents’ taxes could go down. But critics remain skeptical.

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Man argues self-defense in Pingree Grove murder case

A Pingree Grove man was defending himself when he shot a man to death, then stored the body in a pole barn in 2024, his attorney said Monday.

Holocaust survivor Sami Steigmann speaks during a Holocaust remembrance and dedication Sunday in Northbrook.

‘Remembrance is an act of moral courage’: Holocaust memorial sign dedicated in Northbrook

Two days before International Holocaust Remembrance Day, members of the Jewish community in Northbrook gathered to dedicate a sign committed to preserving the memory of survivors.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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