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People gather for a ribbon cutting ceremony for the  $5.6 million Oak Spring Road bridge over the Des Plaines River Thursday in Libertyville Township.

‘Worth the wait’: After decade of planning, Oak Spring Road bridge over Des Plaines River opens in Libertyville Township

Several involved in the early days of the Oak Spring Road bridge project in Libertyville Township have moved on but they and many others were noted Friday during the official opening of the $5.6 million structure over the Des Plaines River.

Fallen tree branch injures golfers in Itasca

Two golfers were hospitalized after being hit by a fallen tree branch at an Itasca golf course.

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Two women charged with striking Palatine police officer trying to break up fight

Two women are charged with injuring a Palatine police officer trying to break up a fight.

Leaving fireworks to the pros is a top safety tip for July 4, but experts also emphasize water safety, heat precautions and the dangers of drinking and driving.

Daily Herald opinion: Happy Fourth! Enjoy the day — but celebrate safely

Daily Herald opinion: Leaving fireworks to the pros is a top tip for July 4, but celebrating safely also means taking heat precautions, being careful around water and staying sober if you plan to drive.

Two riders ejected from their motorcycle following Friday crash in Pingree Grove

Two riders were ejected from their motorcycle after they were struck by a vehicle Friday in the vicinity of routes 72 and 47 in Pingree Grove.

Northwest Suburban High School District 214 Superintendent Scott Rowe received a 5% salary increase following his annual evaluation with the school board.

District 214 superintendent gets 5% raise for meeting goals, school board says

Scott Rowe, superintendent of Northwest Suburban High School District 214, was awarded a 5% salary increase for progress on a strategic plan, attendance, curriculum and financial savings.

No injuries reported in Streamwood house fire

A house fire early Saturday in Streamwood caused $150,000 in damage, but nobody was harmed, according to the Streamwood Fire Department.

A child rides an e-scooter around Lake Arlington in Arlington Heights this week, as village officials consider restrictions on the vehicles amid complaints from neighbors.

‘It’s just getting out of control’: More towns restricting kids from electric bikes and scooters

Citing safety concerns, more and more suburbs are implementing or considering rules and regulations to restrict the operation of electric bicycles and scooters by minors.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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