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Theft suspect charged after standoff with Hoffman Estates policeJul 30, 2024 1:45 pm - A Hoffman Estates man wanted for theft was arrested Sunday after a standoff with police lasting several hours at his residence.
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Bibibop Asian Grill opens in Des PlainesJul 30, 2024 1:35 pm - A growing chain of Asian fast-casual restaurants has landed in Des Plaines. Bibibop Asian Grill held a grand opening celebration last week at 1680 W. Higgins Road. It’s occupying 2,240 square feet of previously unused space in the Orchards at O’Hare shopping center.
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Pritzker: Bears stadium deal this fall is ‘near impossible’Jul 30, 2024 12:10 pm - Gov. J.B. Pritzker poured more cold water Monday on the Chicago Bears’ hopes of legislation this year providing public money for a proposed $4.7 billion stadium project on the city’s lakefront.
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Spotlight: Music Theater Works revives Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Carousel’Jul 30, 2024 11:31 am - Williams Street Repertory’s revival of the comedy “An Act of God” and Music Theater Works’ production of the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic “Carousel” open this week in the suburbs.
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Best Bets: Destination Asia Fest, The World’s Fair of Money, Brian ReganJul 30, 2024 11:31 am - Morton Arboretum invites visitors to discover Asia’s diverse cultures during Destination Asia Festival, comedian Brian Regan headlines the Des Plaines Theatre and The World’s Fair of Money opens Tuesday at Rosemont’s Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
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Huntley Village Board postpones vote on strip mall
Jul 30, 2024 10:59 am - The Huntley Village Board on Thursday postponed voting on a proposed strip mall in front of the Lions Chase subdivision. Plans indicate the shopping center would consist ...
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Chicago man indicted in sexual assault of developmentally disabled Marklund resident
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‘Atmosphere’ vs. access: Lost parking has some businesses upset about al fresco dining area in Mount ProspectJul 30, 2024 9:27 am - Mount Prospect officials are lauding the new downtown al fresco dining area on Prospect Avenue as a success, saying it enhances the culinary experience for customers of the Lady Dahlia Tequila Bar and the Patina Wine Bar. Other businesses on the block, however, are upset about the loss of nearby parking spaces on Prospect Avenue between Pine and Wille Streets — an area where spaces are at a premium.
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Part of Western Avenue in Batavia to be closed for 2 weeksJul 30, 2024 9:08 am - Part of Western Avenue in Batavia will be closed Tuesday through Aug. 11 for road construction work. The stretch between McKee Street and Fabyan Parkway will be closed f...
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Hanover Park hosts ‘90s-themed Summer Soiree Aug. 17Jul 30, 2024 7:30 am - Hanover Park will host a “Summer Soiree with a ‘90s Vibe,” featuring bands Starlight City and Modern Days Romeos, with a laser light show finale, on Saturday, Aug. 17.