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Controversial marijuana dispensary near Bartlett day care center falls short of approval in tie voteJun 04, 2025 9:58 am - A controversial marijuana dispensary proposed near a Bartlett day care center failed to win village approval Tuesday when a tie vote of the trustees fell short of the four required for approval.
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Theo’s ‘Diana’ a tribute to beloved artistic directorJun 04, 2025 9:09 am - Brenda Didier, co-director/choreographer of Theo’s regional premiere of “Diana: The Musical,” suspected the show might be co-director Fred Anzevino’s last. It was, as the longtime Chicago-area theater veteran died April 28, days after rehearsals began. Didier and the creative team and cast proceeded with the show in his honor.
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Bill to repeal licensure requirements for hair braiders stalls in the House. Here’s why.
Jun 04, 2025 8:55 am - A bill that would have repealed licensing requirements for hair braiders in Illinois died in the final stretch of the legislative session after opponents voiced concerns about how deregulation could impact health, safety and equity for the profession.
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Axe throwing anyone? Libertyville restaurant draws attention weeks before debutJun 04, 2025 8:46 am - Mid-July is the target opening for Up North Axe & Tap in downtown Libertyville but curious passersby already have been peering in the windows to get a look at what’s taking shape.
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Cook Park Library Youth Services area opensJun 04, 2025 8:41 am - After months of planning, teamwork, and patience from patrons, the refreshed Youth Services area at Cook Park Library, 413 N. Milwaukee Ave., in downtown Libertyville is open.
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With Rosemont’s help, school district will bypass bidding process for new $57 million buildingJun 04, 2025 6:38 am - The village of Rosemont will help cover the additional cost of a new $57 million school and pool, beyond the $40 million approved by voters.
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Northern Illinois Food Bank kicks off free Summer Meals Program for kidsJun 03, 2025 9:38 pm - The Northern Illinois Food Bank has launched its summer meals program serving 7,500 free daily meals to children and teenagers across 13 counties in northern Illinois.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs paid to hide Cassie beating video because he feared career ruin, witness says
Jun 03, 2025 9:05 pm - NEW YORK — Soon after viciously attacking his longtime girlfriend Cassie in a hotel hallway, Sean “Diddy” Combs sought out a security guard and predicted accurately that ...
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‘So empowering’: Community blossoms through inclusive art project in RoselleJun 03, 2025 7:54 pm - A Roselle sculpture project celebrates artists with special needs.
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United celebrates, American sues as city updates gate allocation at O’HareJun 03, 2025 6:57 pm - Who’s on first at O’Hare International Airport? Here’s a look at Chicago’s gate update as United and American vie for coveted space.