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Men plead guilty to disorderly conduct for lying about $1.5 million jewelry robberyAug 10, 2026 12:46 pm - Two men have pleaded guilty to felony disorderly conduct for telling police they had been robbed of more than $1.5 million in jewelry.
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‘Seen, valued and supported’: Kids Above All holds annual backpack driveAug 10, 2026 4:26 am - The new school year is approaching, and while that can bring excitement to many students, for others it can cause anxiety.To ensure every child begins the year fully prepared, Kids Above All is holding its annual Back-to-School Backpack Drive now through Aug. 20.
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‘Good health makes people happy’: Veggie Fest in Lisle offers food, fun, meditationAug 09, 2026 7:06 am - If health is wealth, then Veggie Fest is ready to help you feel a little richer. The 16th annual event, which takes place Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 8-9, at Danada South Park in Lisle, features an array of wellness programs and speakers offering tips to help you live your best life.
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DuPage nonprofit leader organizing food drive for victims of South suburban tornadoesAug 08, 2026 2:12 pm - When tornadoes hit the South suburbs in late July, Regina Brent was especially worried that many people — already experiencing economic difficulty — would go hungry. So Brent, the founder and president of the nonprofit Unity Partnership in Naperville, reached out to her contacts to organize a food drive.
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Former West Chicago elementary school teacher charged with sexually abusing studentsAug 07, 2026 1:05 pm - A former West Chicago elementary school teacher is facing 11 felonies after being accused of having inappropriate sexual contact with multiple students, authorities announced Friday.
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DuPage Forest Preserve District’s green initiatives featured at Lombard Garden Club meetingAug 07, 2026 12:08 pm - DuPage Forest Preserve District President Dan Hebreard will speak about the district's benefits to residents and visitors at the Lombard Garden Club meeting on Aug. 28. Hebreard, with over 20 years of experience with the district, will offer an in-depth overview on the many benefits the district brings to DuPage County residents and visitors.
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Man accused of home invasion in DarienAug 06, 2026 2:07 pm - A Homer Glen man is being detained pretrial on charges he broke into a Darien house and attacked a man, then fled from police in a high-speed chase.
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Daily Herald photo contest winners for July 2026Aug 06, 2026 9:46 am - The top finishers in July’s amateur photo contest showcase the rich colors of nature.
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College of DuPage launches data analytics degree to meet workforce demandAug 06, 2026 12:03 am - College of DuPage's new data analytics degree prepares students for careers in one of the fastest-growing fields, with data-related jobs in northeastern Illinois projected to grow 18% and nationwide data scientist positions expected to increase 34% by 2034.
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‘Unwavering spirit’: Fest celebrating Mexican culture returns to Glendale HeightsAug 05, 2026 11:39 am - The Monarch Butterfly Festival returns to Glendale Heights on Friday, Aug. 7, featuring Mexican music, food, and cultural performances.