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Suburban spellers eliminated in early rounds of Scripps National Spelling BeeMay 29, 2026 1:35 pm - Tripping on complicated words such as “orosomucoid,” “lacrimale” and “lecideiform,” suburban spellers Yahya Mohammed, Aditi Mopur and Shruthi Ayyagari were eliminated this week from the Scripps National Spelling Bee being held in Washington, D.C.
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Aurora man charged with possessing child sex abuse materialsMay 28, 2026 4:18 pm - A 32-year-old Aurora man has been charged with three felony counts of possessing child sexual abuse materials, authorities said.
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Will lawmakers pass bill that could lead to more multifamily housing?May 28, 2026 11:38 am - The political battle over legislation that could ease residential zoning rules across Illinois is intensifying.
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Softball: Naperville Central suffers narrow loss to Oswego in sectional semifinalMay 27, 2026 10:58 pm - Betsy Jack looked overmatched in her first two at-bats Wednesday, and for the first two pitches of her third plate appearance. But not when it mattered. The Oswego senior...
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Man convicted of murdering Aurora woman who was missing almost 18 yearsMay 27, 2026 7:30 pm - A man was convicted Wednesday of murdering a woman 23 years ago in Aurora.
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Forest preserve considers ‘responsible’ move of farmhouse, but Naperville preservationists want it to stay putMay 27, 2026 5:49 pm - Three years after Landmarks Illinois put Oak Cottage on a list of the most endangered historic places in the state, a man has detailed a proposal to revive the farmhouse by moving the structure in sections and reassembling it on another, undisclosed property in DuPage County. But some Naperville preservationists oppose the potential move.
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Northern Illinois Pottery Tour expands to six towns, showcasing over 40 artistsMay 27, 2026 3:42 pm - The Northern Illinois Pottery Tour returns for its sixth year on June 6-7, featuring a free, self-guided tour across six towns including Elmhurst, Forest Park, Leland, Naperville, Sandwich, and West Chicago. Over 40 potters from three states will showcase functional pottery and sculptures at the various artist residences.
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Step into summer — and celebrate 65 years of service —with the 2026 AID Summer Stroll & RollMay 27, 2026 3:04 pm - The Association for Individual Development will host the annual Summer Stroll & Roll on Sunday, June 14 at Peck Farm Park in Geneva, featuring scenic trail walks, hot dogs, snacks, snow cones, and interactive games with mystery prizes. It takes place five days before AID's 65th anniversary on June 19, celebrating decades of providing services for individuals with developmental, behavioral, and crisis needs across the Chicago suburbs.
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Starry summer marks the return of Chicago-area theater vetsMay 27, 2026 2:15 pm - Look for Chicago-area stages to heat up this summer with world and regional premieres buoyed by appearances by television and Broadway veterans Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally and Gary Cole.
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One pizza at a time: Former McDonald’s exec and family bring a lifetime of hospitality to Lantern Pizza Co.May 27, 2026 2:09 pm - Dan Coudreaut and his family opened Lantern Pizza Co. in Downers Grove in 2022 after his retirement as Executive Chef and Vice President of Culinary Innovation at McDonald’s. “I missed the immediacy of making food for people in front of me,” he says.