Entertainment
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The Biz Week That Was: Data centers abound, fast food prices dip, and Tamagotchi comes to WoodfieldSep 06, 2025 1:32 pm - ‘Backbone of the digital world’: Karis details plans for Naperville data center development Developer Karis Critical is proposing a relatively “boutique” data center...
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Marriott Theatre promises timeless classics, new favorites in 2026Sep 05, 2025 7:34 pm - “A Little Night Music,” “Little Shop of Horrors” and the Elvis Presley bio-tuner “Heartbreak Hotel” are among the shows Marriott Theatre has scheduled on its main stage in 2026.
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New halal restaurant chain Slaw Burger launches in Palatine, SchaumburgSep 05, 2025 5:21 pm - The new suburban restaurant chain Slaw Burger, recently launched in Palatine and Schaumburg, has high ambitions to fill both a niche in high-quality food options and the region with convenient locations.
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Pope Leo partnering with two big names in Chicago dining for restaurant at historic papal retreatSep 05, 2025 4:26 pm - Celebrity chef Art Smith and restaurateur Phil Stefani will open a restaurant and handle catering services at Borgo Laudato Si’, part of a historic papal retreat newly opened to the public.
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Drury Lane Theatre announces its 2026-2027 season lineupSep 05, 2025 4:05 pm - Drury Lane Theatre announced its 77th season which includes the company’s first revival of “Annie” in 20 years as well as the 1951 comedy, “Father of the Bride.”
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MTV Video Music Awards get ready to rock with star-studded lineup
Sep 05, 2025 3:25 pm - Lady Gaga is extending her dominance of this year’s MTV Video Music Awards and has been added as a performer, show organizers recently announced.
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Tore & Luke’s in Palatine to close Sunday for reported move, next location still unknownSep 05, 2025 2:56 pm - A suddenly announced move from its 2-year-old current location in Palatine suggests another chapter on the way in the more than 40-year history of Tore & Luke’s Italian Beef & Pizza in the area.
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Trump’s National Guard threats upend Mexican parade plans in Lake County, Chicago
Sep 05, 2025 1:33 pm - One Mexican Independence Day parade in the Chicago area is postponed. Another doubled its volunteer staff to ensure celebrators’ safety. A third parade’s organizers are watching closely, poised to pivot if the political climate worsens.
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Elgin organ tour finale canceled; tour to resume Sept. 28Sep 05, 2025 12:39 pm - The Great Elgin Pipe Organ Tour “Finale Concert” planned for Sept. 12, featuring players from the Elgin Symphony, was canceled due to a severe funding shortfall.
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‘Tina’ is uplifted by a powerhouse performance