All Stories from February 25, 2026 (Change date)
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Lake County Forest Preserves earns two statewide awardsFeb 25, 2026 3:11 pm - Two Illinois organizations dedicated to advancing parks and recreation recognized the Lake County Forest Preserves with awards for excellence in public communications and design.
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Cubans attempted to ‘infiltrate’ island on US speedboat, Havana saysFeb 25, 2026 2:51 pm - Cuban forces killed four people on an American speedboat after it opened fire on Cuban border agents Wednesday morning, the country’s Interior Ministry said.
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Cubs lose Tyler Austin for months following procedure on his right kneeFeb 25, 2026 2:50 pm - Tyler Austin's return to the major leagues has been put on hold for what Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell says will be months following a procedure on his right knee.
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Wheeling Park District Executive Director announces retirement after 33 years of serviceFeb 25, 2026 2:49 pm - After 33 years of dedicated service to the community, Jan Buchs, executive director of the Wheeling Park District, has announced plans to retire effective May 29.
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No injuries in fire at Brown’s Chicken in East DundeeFeb 25, 2026 2:47 pm - No one was injured in a Wednesday fire at Brown’s Chicken in East Dundee that caused an estimated $40,000 in damage.
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Authorities: Nursing assistant sexually assaulted disabled personFeb 25, 2026 2:40 pm - A certified nursing assistant has been accused of sexually assaulting a resident at a facility for people with intellectual and physical disabilities.
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Mount Prospect Community Band begins 50th anniversary season March 14Feb 25, 2026 2:40 pm - On Saturday, March 14, the Mount Prospect Community Band, under the direction of Music Director Monty Adams, begins the celebration of its 50th anniversary season with the opening concert, “Spring Awakening.”
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Surgeon general nominee faces sharp questions about vaccines, birth control and qualificationsFeb 25, 2026 2:38 pm - Wellness influencer, author and entrepreneur Dr. Casey Means on Wednesday shared a vision for addressing the root causes of chronic disease instead of feeding into “reactive sick care” during her confirmation hearing to become the nation's next surgeon general.
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FBI searches Los Angeles school district headquarters and the superintendent’s homeFeb 25, 2026 2:34 pm - The FBI was serving search warrants Wednesday at the Los Angeles Unified School District’s headquarters and the superintendent’s home as part of a federal investigation.
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Kane County District 2 candidates talk spending, developmentFeb 25, 2026 2:30 pm - County spending and development are among the top issues for three candidates vying to represent District 2 on the Kane County Board.