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Much left to sort out as regular season heads toward homestretchJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - As we hit halftime of the boys basketball season in DuPage County, it's a perfect time to look at a few interesting questions as we head toward the stretch run. Who will...
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O'Hare expansion challenge to be heard by Washington courtJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Elk Grove Village's fight against new runways at O'Hare International Airport and the removal of a cemetery appears to have new life. Mayor Craig Johnson said oral argu...
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Mortgage Forgiveness in 'plain English'Jan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - New rules signed into law by President Bush a few weeks ago could help millions of homeowners -- and not just those facing foreclosure -- save thousands of dollars in ta...
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BCS, NFL Network down, outdoor hockey upJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Things were busy over the holidays while I was taking some time off. So to catch up, I'm just going to shake my notebook upside down and see what falls out. The Bowl Cha...
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New polling system still showing flaws, needs improvementJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Who's No. 1? And who determines who No. 1 is? In the world of Illinois basketball, the Associated Press polls have long been the benchmark of determining who the best te...
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Rising rate of youth suicide prompts awareness eventJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - A study recently released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revealed an alarming trend. After years of decline, the suicide rate for females ages 10 to 2...
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Townships 'Have a Heart,' request food donationsJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Barrington and Cuba townships are joining together for their 7th annual "Have a Heart" food drive. Residents can drop off donations from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 9 at two loc...
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Check out 'Check Please' to see Mt. Prospect's Flamingo's SeafoodJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Flamingo's Seafood Restaurant, 1590 S. Busse Road in Mount Prospect, will be featured on WTTW Channel 11's "Check Please" at 8 p.m. Friday. Also, the restaurant's chef,...
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Brush up on your talent for Dist. 158 showcaseJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Do you have a hidden talent? If so, it's time to take it out of the closet, polish it up and put it on display for a good cause. This week, the District 158 Foundation i...
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Recent District 158 complaints stem from 2004 actionsJan 10, 2008 10:00 pm - Huntley Unit District 158's past continues to haunt the district even as it takes steps to restore accountability and public trust. During the past month, details have e...