Algonquin
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McHenry County deputies cleared in fatal shooting of man after standoff near Crystal LakeJul 17, 2025 12:07 pm - Officers involved with the April fatal shooting of a rural Crystal Lake man have been cleared to return to full duty following an investigation into the incident, according to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.
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Kane County launches Smart Sprinkler pilot to cut water use, protect aquifersJul 16, 2025 11:46 pm - Kane County is launching a pilot program to promote smart sprinkler systems, which can reduce outdoor water use by up to 47%.
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Amazon donation to Project Backpack delivers for needy students in Elgin areaJul 16, 2025 4:43 pm - Amazon donates over 1,500 backpacks worth $5,000 to Project Backpack, an ECC initiative helping needy students in Elgin area school districts with back-to-school supplies. This year's event also offers free health clinics.
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Another Democrat announces campaign for Schakowsky’s congressional seatJul 16, 2025 11:28 am - The cast of candidates for Illinois’ 9th Congressional District seat continues to grow.
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Kane County releases 2026 candidate packets onlineJul 15, 2025 10:10 pm - Kane County Clerk announced nomination packets for 2026 local election candidates are available online and at clerk's offices. Packets include petitions, forms, requirements for county and precinct seats.
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Hot deals for hot dogs: Restaurants celebrate National Hot Dog Day WednesdayJul 15, 2025 11:58 am - Celebrate National Hot Dog Day on Wednesday with deals at local restaurants.
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Petition packets for Kane 2026 election availableJul 15, 2025 11:37 am - Petition packets for established party candidates running for Kane County offices at the March 17, 2026, general primary election are available.
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Kane County Fair opens Wednesday — all you need to knowJul 15, 2025 11:33 am - The Kane County Fair will kick off its 156th year at 3 p.m. Wednesday with 4-H animals, fair food and carnival rides.
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Why the races to succeed Krishnamoorthi, Schakowsky in Congress are packedJul 15, 2025 6:42 am - The announcements that Democratic U.S. Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Jan Schakowsky would not run for reelection to their suburban districts created a deluge of hopefuls seeking to succeed them in 2026.
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Elgin man charged with possessing child sex abuse materialsJul 14, 2025 3:33 pm - An Elgin man has been charged with possessing child pornography and violating the Sex Offender Registration Act.