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Tapping ‘Do Not Disturb’ on your phone could prevent crashes. Why don’t we use it?Jun 22, 2025 1:59 pm - Many don’t know about “Do Not Disturb” technology or how to turn it on. For others, it’s the dreaded FOMO on texts.
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Mainstreet Realtors: Buyer demand holds strong as suburban home prices hit new highsJun 20, 2025 4:22 pm - The Chicago area’s suburban housing market is heating up again, with more homes under contract in May, even as prices continue to increase. Pending sales rose in both the detached and attached markets, signaling strong buyer interest.
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From the murders to manhunt: New book examines ‘human elements’ of Brown’s Chicken killingsJun 20, 2025 4:30 am - A suburban native who was just a kid when the Brown's Chicken murders in Palatine shocked the nation has written a new book he hopes offers new insight into the killings. “It’s focused more on the human elements of the case, and not the gore of the crime itself,” said author Patrick Wohl.
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Habitat for Humanity hosts raffle, auction in Wheaton on June 23Jun 19, 2025 9:32 pm - Score vacations, Bears tickets and exclusive prizes while helping build homes. Even if you’re not teeing off at this year’s Swing Fore Housing Golf Invitational on Monday, June 23, there’s still a great way to take part and make a difference.
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Elgin man facing attempted murder charge following Naperville shootingJun 18, 2025 5:09 pm - An Elgin man has been charged with attempted first-degree murder after prosecutors say he fired a handgun at a woman on Tuesday during a domestic dispute in Naperville.
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Paramount School of the Arts brings ‘The Lightning Thief’ to the stageJun 18, 2025 3:49 pm - Over 50 students from Paramount School of the Arts perform the musical "The Lightning Thief" based on the Percy Jackson books at the Paramount Theatre in Aurora on June 27-28.
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Baseball: Fox Valley All-Area captain Toma, a two-way standout, delivers big numbers on the mound, at the plateJun 18, 2025 2:40 pm - Two weeks into the season, Zach Toma provided a pitching stat line that few high school baseball fans have witnessed. Utilizing a fastball clocked in the mid-80s along wi...
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Baseball: DuPage County All-Area captain Roberts leads Waubonsie Valley to sectional title in standout senior seasonJun 18, 2025 2:39 pm - During his junior year, Owen Roberts enjoyed a superb season, hitting .452 with 4 home runs and 31 RBI, while sporting a 10-0 mound record with 73 strikeouts in 57 1/3 in...
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What’s ahead for Waubonsie Valley’s estimated $143 million school renovationJun 18, 2025 8:45 am - As Waubonsie Valley High School nears its 50th anniversary, Indian Prairie Unit District 204 officials have detailed plans for a sweeping renovation.
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Free Hokusai Japan Fest features traditional arts and cuisineJun 17, 2025 3:16 pm - A family-friendly "Hokusai Japan Fest" celebrating Japanese culture will be held on Saturday, June 21. Hosted by the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and McAninch Arts Center, it will feature performances, demos, vendors, and more.