Diamond Lake
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As investigation continues, purple ribbons to memorialize Mundelein woman fatally shot by policeSep 15, 2026 10:19 am - The family of a Mundelein woman who was fatally shot by police in May will honor her by placing ribbons around town this weekend.
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A lifelong love of nature inspires lasting giftsSep 14, 2026 9:44 pm - Barbara Butcher’s love of birdwatching inspired her to dedicate three trailside benches, each featuring a personalized plaque honoring a loved one, a memory or a special connection.
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Dining out: 79¢ pork chop or prime rib sandwich at Perry’s, pumpkin season at STK Steakhouse and moreSep 14, 2026 5:46 pm - Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille is bringing back its #FlashbackFriday during which you could get a 79-cent lunch. Plus, there are new savory and sweet pumpkin dishes and cocktails at STK, a new happy hour at Blanco Cocina + Cantina in Oak Brook and more.
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Remote drone launch program is helping first responders improve decision makingSep 14, 2026 5:33 pm - An emerging program designed to give first responders an aerial edge by using drones launched remotely is being readied for debut in Libertyville and other agencies in Lake and Cook counties.
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Abbott Laboratories agrees to pay $385M settlement over safety of powdered infant formulaSep 14, 2026 2:16 pm - Abbott Laboratories has agreed to pay $385 million to resolve a federal investigation and lawsuit, as well as lawsuits filed by states, related to allegations over the safety of its powdered infant formulas.
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Celebrate excellence at CLC this Latinx Heritage MonthSep 14, 2026 11:39 am - This Latinx Heritage Month, Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, CLC is celebrating the progress made by Latinx students, whose rising graduation rates are one measure of a much bigger story of academic achievement.
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Home & garden calendar, Sept. 14-26Sep 14, 2026 9:00 am - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like Little City’s horticulture program or how hydrangeas change color. Also, listings of garden shows, nature walks and workshops.
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Stevenson Foundation hosts alumni homecoming and milestone reunions this fallSep 13, 2026 10:13 pm - Stevenson High School alumni will gather Oct. 2-3 in Lincolnshire for Homecoming & Reunion Weekend, featuring a Friday night football game where graduates can meet at the Alumni Pavilion to reconnect and support the Patriots.
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Police say Flock is invaluable. But as misuse mounts, many wonder how to rein in the surveillance systemSep 13, 2026 3:32 pm - Automated license plate readers — increasingly synonymous with Flock, though there are other brands on the market — photograph the license plates and other identifiers of passing vehicles. Police officers are then able to search and share the data for investigations. But a growing number of cops throughout the Chicago area and across the country have been accused of searching those databases for personal reasons. Civil liberties activists too are alarmed that law enforcement departments could use the cameras to work with immigration officials or surveil ordinary citizens.
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Long Grove’s Apple Fest celebrates season with fall treats, rock tributesSep 12, 2026 12:38 am - Long Grove's Apple Fest returns Sept. 25-27, featuring apple-themed foods like caramel-dipped apples, pies, and cider, along with carnival rides, pie-eating contests, and family activities in the historic downtown setting.