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Police say attackers called her a slur. Why aren’t the suspects charged with a hate crime?

By Susan Sarkauskas and Charles Keeshan
May 23, 2025 5:15 am - A young woman was badly beaten May 13 at a Carpentersville restaurant, after police said her attackers called her a derogatory name based on her sexual orientation. The suspects have not been charged with a hate crime.
Two Central High School students earn perfect scores on the ACT

By Rick West
May 22, 2025 12:04 pm - Central High School juniors Caleb Goldenstein, left, and Sanay Gulati each earned a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT.
‘I was in utter disbelief’: Two Central High students earn perfect ACT scores

By Matt Rodewald, Central Unit District 301
May 21, 2025 4:15 pm - Central High School is proud to announce juniors Caleb Goldenstein and Sanay Gulati have each earned a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT.
Plan your next adventure with the 2025 guide to Summer Fun

Daily Herald staff report
May 21, 2025 12:06 pm - The Daily Herald's 64-page Summer Fun guide offers ideas for local outings like concerts, festivals, exhibits, and getaways this season across the Chicago area and Illinois.
Kane County releases youth-led report on mental health priorities and recommendations

Submitted by Kane County Health Department
May 20, 2025 5:04 pm - Kane County students identify key mental health issues including discrimination, cyberbullying, teacher bias, and lack of emotional regulation skills in report outlining targeted strategies.
Delta Dental of Illinois partners with food bank to nourish children and promote well-being

Submitted by Northern Illinois Food Bank
May 20, 2025 4:17 pm - Delta Dental employees volunteer to pack dental hygiene kits for children facing food insecurity through Northern Illinois Food Bank's Backpack Program, which also received a $15,000 grant from Delta Dental.
Census estimates show suburbs rebounding from previous population declines

By Jake Griffin
May 18, 2025 9:00 pm - After years of steady population declines, the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest estimates show most suburbs regaining residents.
Former Kane treasurer’s office employee switches party, announces plan to challenge ex-boss

Brenda Schory
May 18, 2025 3:40 pm - Candida “Connie” Cain on Saturday declared her intent to seek the Democratic nomination in the March 17, 2026 primary for Kane County treasurer. A Certified Public Account from Gilberts, Cain had worked for current Treasurer Chris Lauzen as director of financial operations from May 2023 until he fired her Nov. 22.
Drivers urged to stay off roads in Illinois amid dust storms

By Ava Miller
May 16, 2025 7:04 pm - Illinois officials are urging people not to travel amid dust storm warnings across parts of the state, including much of the Chicago area.
ECC to hold spring commencement ceremonies May 17

Submitted by ECC
May 14, 2025 12:31 pm - Elgin Community College will recognize the spring graduates with two commencement ceremonies scheduled for Saturday, May 17. Student speakers, one from South Africa and another with cerebral palsy, will share their unique journeys.

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