All Stories from January 7, 2026 (Change date)
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Mount Prospect allows decades-old shed converted to art studio for 7-year-old to standJan 07, 2026 3:23 pm - Mount Prospect trustees voted with their hearts Tuesday, granting zoning relief to a resident for a shed converted to an art studio for a seven-year-old girl with therapeutic needs.
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Democratic candidate for 3rd Congressional seat removed from ballotJan 07, 2026 3:19 pm - A candidate for a largely West suburban congressional seat was struck from March 17 primary ballots Wednesday because of petition problems.
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No. 1 Indiana and No. 5 Oregon turn CFP Peach Bowl semifinal into celebration of Big Ten’s supremacyJan 07, 2026 3:18 pm - The Big Ten is marching into the heart of Southern football with a proud swagger, daring any conference to challenge its claim as the power to beat in the College Football Playoff.
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Mount Prospect’s first female commander takes oathJan 07, 2026 2:55 pm - The Mount Prospect Police Department reached a milestone this week with the promotion of Sgt. Alison Teevan to the rank of commander, making her the force’s first female commander.
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From orchestra to outreach: Lake Zurich High School senior brings music and kindness to seniorsJan 07, 2026 2:26 pm - Joshua Kalarical is a senior at Lake Zurich High School. Music is a core passion of his that has always been part of his life.
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Small leaders, big hearts: Lake Villa District 41 students champion community serviceJan 07, 2026 2:08 pm - Leadership in Lake Villa District 41 isn’t just found in the front office; it is being practiced every day in the hallways and classrooms by students determined to make a difference.
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‘The Pitt’ is back for another harrowing 15-hour shift. Is it even possible to up the ante?Jan 07, 2026 2:07 pm - When we first glimpse Noah Wyle’s Michael Robinavitch — aka Dr. Robby, of course — in Season 2 of “The Pitt,” he’s looking darned good, truth be told. The beloved ER doc is riding his motorcycle to work — without wearing a helmet. Uh oh.
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How a planned bike path will close a key gap in central Lake CountyJan 07, 2026 1:29 pm - A project pending official approval in Lake County will close a key gap in a bike path network ultimately linking downtown Round Lake with the Des Plaines River Trail.
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Fox Valley Bible Study to explore the Gospel of JohnJan 07, 2026 1:16 pm - Fox Valley Bible Study for Women will focus on the Gospel of John on Thursdays, starting Jan. 24 at St. Patrick Parish in St. Charles.
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2025 biking highlights in Illinois: Trikes as bikes, e-bikes, new laws and path plansJan 07, 2026 1:08 pm - Trikes as bikes, e-bikes, new laws and plans for biking and pedestrian paths were among the cycling stories making headlines in Illinois in 2025.