Downers Grove
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DuPage state’s attorney says county board followed law when approving salary increasesJul 21, 2026 2:39 pm - DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin says county board members didn’t violate the state’s Open Meetings Act in April when they approved salary increases for several countywide elected positions.
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Democrats pick Jessica Dixon Heitman, late US senator’s granddaughter, to replace ex-state Rep. Harry BentonJul 21, 2026 1:23 pm - A granddaughter of late U.S. Senator Alan Dixon was appointed Monday to a far southwest suburban Illinois House seat left vacant by two-term state Rep. Harry Benton, who resigned earlier this month in disgrace amid sexual harassment allegations.
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Home & garden calendar, July 21-Aug. 1Jul 21, 2026 1:12 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like Blanding’s turtle research projects, green initiatives and more. Also listings on garden shows, nature walks, and workshops.
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Family sues Metra after snowplow operator killed by freight train in NapervilleJul 20, 2026 5:03 pm - The family of a man who died after being hit by a freight train while clearing snow at a Naperville stop last year has sued Metra, alleging negligence.
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Windy City Elite League launches Gear Drive to help local kids play hockeyJul 20, 2026 12:33 pm - The Windy City Elite League partnered with Hockey Gear For All Foundation to host a youth hockey equipment drive on July 15 in Geneva, collecting new and used gear from fans and players during summer league games to help young players in need.
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DuPage County Fair kicks off Thursday with first 4-H Alumni DayJul 20, 2026 11:46 am - On opening day Thursday, July 23, the DuPage County Fair, in collaboration with the University of Illinois Extension, is hosting its first 4-H Alumni Day featuring an alumni salute, tours, games and free admission for preregistered 4-H alumni.
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DuPage County invites children to paint mural for nation’s 250thJul 20, 2026 10:57 am - DuPage County is offering children a chance to leave their mark on a mural celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
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‘Hunger doesn’t look just one way’: How Loaves & Fishes helps families get back on solid groundJul 20, 2026 9:45 am - Fruits, vegetables, milk, eggs. What might be a simple weekly grocery list for some may be out of reach for families just trying to make ends meet. That’s where Loaves & Fishes Community Services in Naperville comes in.
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Big gaps between Democratic, Republican campaign coffers in suburban House racesJul 18, 2026 11:45 am - Democratic congressional candidates running for seats in the suburbs are far better funded than their Republican rivals ahead of the November election, new reports show.
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Amateur chefs whip up grab-and-go goodies at Mount Prospect storeJul 18, 2026 8:00 am - Many dream of becoming a professional chef but are reluctant to take that step. Mount Prospect residents Charles and Alynne Chen are turning that dream into reality for area amateur chefs — and making their creations available to the public.