Entertainment
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‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ puts a wobbly franchise back on track with superb installment
Jun 30, 2025 1:07 pm - If you’ve lately been feeling that the “Jurassic Park” franchise has jumped an even more ancient creature — the shark — hold off any thoughts of extinction. Judging from the latest entry, there’s still life in this old dino series.
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Wheaton band celebrates July 4th early with Patriotic ConcertJun 30, 2025 12:56 pm - The Wheaton Municipal Band will perform their annual Patriotic Concert on July 2, featuring iconic patriotic songs and marches to celebrate Independence Day.
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Geneva teacher’s novel inspired by Texas education law
Jun 30, 2025 11:59 am - Ellen Jo Ljung, a retired teacher from Geneva, wrote her first novel "Caught in the Crossfire" based on real events faced by public school teachers in Texas and other states due to restrictive laws on classroom discussions.
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Downtown Batavia revives a storied tradition at 2025 Boo Boo DaysJun 30, 2025 11:10 am - Batavia MainStreet is bringing back “Boo Boo Days,” a throwback celebration with vintage ads, retro cocktails, and small-town charm during Windmill City Festival, July 11-13.
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Barrington to celebrate Fourth of July — and 10th anniversary of Barrington’s White HouseJun 30, 2025 11:05 am - Barrington’s Fourth of July celebration will include the usual traditions of a parade, fireworks and brat tent, as well as a special open house to mark the 10th anniversary of Barrington’s White House.
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Mount Prospect’s 4th of July Festival to feature Latin music showcaseJun 30, 2025 10:35 am - A Latin music showcase Sunday will add flair to the Mount Prospect Lions Club’s 86th annual 4th of July Festival taking place July 3-6 at Melas Park.
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Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest a summer classicJun 30, 2025 10:33 am - They say the classics never get old. That may explain the enduring popularity of the Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest.
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What to stream: Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners,’ a Kesha album, ‘SharkFest’ and John Cena with Idris Elba
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Full speed ahead: ‘F1’ opens with $55 million, delivering Apple its biggest big-screen hit
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High bacteria levels close beaches in Lake, McHenry countiesJun 29, 2025 10:42 am - Several beaches in Lake and McHenry counties remained closed for another day Sunday due to high bacteria levels.