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City contractor fatally struck by train at Naperville stationDec 02, 2025 6:28 pm - A contractor for the city of Naperville was killed Monday evening when a freight train collided with snow removal equipment, authorities said.
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Cheers! Holiday experiences popping up at bars, restaurants around the suburbsDec 02, 2025 3:55 pm - If you’re looking to get in the holiday spirit, check out these creative pop-ups bringing cheer to the suburbs.
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Felon charged with illegal gun possession in NapervilleDec 02, 2025 3:53 pm - A Chicago man is being detained on charges that he illegally had a gun in the parking lot of a Naperville bowling alley.
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School near Naperville locked down briefly due to police activityDec 02, 2025 3:03 pm - A school near Naperville was placed on a brief lockdown Tuesday morning as DuPage County deputies responded to a home, according to the sheriff’s office.
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Wag your winter tail for a great cause at PawctionDec 02, 2025 11:32 am - Celebrate the season while helping pets in need at West Suburban Humane Society’s Pawction: Winter Wonderland 2025 from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Guests 21 and older are invited to enjoy bites and beverages while meeting adoptable animals and taking part in raffles and games.
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‘Horses can really teach a lot’: Benedictine to launch animal-assisted therapy courseDec 01, 2025 6:48 pm - A series of therapy horse visits on the campus of Benedictine University has helped inspire a new course. “I want students to understand our responsibility and our connection to these animals,” said Dianne Moran, who will teach the class next semester.
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Who had the top performances for Montini’s football team in the title game?Dec 01, 2025 6:11 pm - This edition of the High Five looks at the top performances by Montini’s football team in Friday’s 47-33 Class 4A title game victory over Rochester.
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Along for the ride: Judson in Elgin named Bicycle Friendly UniversityDec 01, 2025 9:49 am - With holidays approaching, my annual book reviews offer suggestions for biking gift lists, your own or others. First, however, positive bicycling news: League of American Bicyclists recently awarded official Bicycle Friendly University status to three Illinois institutions on Nov. 13, including Elgin’s Judson University.
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The nominees for the Daily Herald Athlete of the Month Award for NovemberDec 01, 2025 9:00 am - Presenting the nominees for the Daily Herald Athlete of the Month Award for November. Please vote for whom you believe is most deserving of the award. Cook County — Johnn...
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WT Productions’ holiday tradition shines on with ‘Seasonal Stars’Nov 30, 2025 9:09 pm - The "Seasonal Stars" production on Dec. 6-14 is a new collection of six short plays that takes a unique look at Christmas and winter holidays from different perspectives. The plays blend comedy and drama, with the first five stories coming together in the finale in the traditional "Seasonal" style.