North Barrington
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Go wild. Stay smart. A dozen ways to enjoy a safe day at the forest preserves.Nov 02, 2026 3:34 pm - Every adventure in the Lake County Forest Preserves begins with a single step, but the best ones begin with a little preparation. Whether you’re exploring a woodland trail, paddling down the river or enjoying a picnic, a few smart habits can help ensure your visit is safe, relaxing and memorable.
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‘Edgy’ Tim O’Halloran: Underdog playoff football teams and key names to watchNov 01, 2026 3:48 pm - Rivals prep football expert “Edgy” Tim O’Halloran looks at area underdog teams and players to watch in the second round of the IHSA playoffs.
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Decision Day: Here are some races to watch when the polls close TuesdayNov 01, 2026 2:36 pm - When the polls close Tuesday night, most political junkies and partisans will turn their gaze to Washington, D.C., to watch how the battle for control of Congress plays out. But closer to home, several suburban contests — along with a handful of tax-hike referendums — also bear close watching when the results come in.
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Barrington graduate Peipert continues to rack up honors as St. Thomas quarterbackNov 01, 2026 2:15 pm - University of St. Thomas quarterback Nick Peipert, a freshman out of Barrington High School, has been named to the 2026 Jerry Rice Award Watch List, for the title of top freshman in the Football College Subdivision.
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Mercado leads Geneva to 1st-round playoff win over CarmelNov 01, 2026 2:01 pm - By most standards, Geneva tight end Lincoln Mercado had a solid junior season last year. But when he looked in the mirror, he felt something was lacking.
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IHSA football playoffs: Ranking the best matchups of Round 2Oct 31, 2026 11:25 pm - This should be the best weekend of the IHSA playoffs, with plenty of great matchups in Round 2. Mike McGraw gets you started by ranking the most competitive games.
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Boys soccer roundup: Glenbrook South advances to supersectional past Hersey in PKsOct 31, 2026 8:19 pm - Top seed Hersey saw its long winning streak come to a heartbreaking end Saturday afternoon in its Class 3A sectional final against Glenbrook South at Fremd. After an inte...
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No tricks, plenty of treats as Patla, Fremd rule Mid-Suburban League poolOct 31, 2026 7:14 pm - Wisconsin-bound Ellie Patla shattered two Mid-Suburban League meet records Saturday afternoon at Prospect, then anchored a pair of victorious relays to help the Fremd Vikings capture their fourth consecutive MSL girls swimming and diving championship.
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Cross country: Team-first run nets Prospect girls first place at sectional; Barrington earns secondOct 31, 2026 2:45 pm - The rivalry between Prospect and Barrington continued Saturday morning at the Class 3A Elk Grove girls cross country sectional at Busse Woods. The Knights took home the c...
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Will donations from the JB Pritzker’s campaign help local Democrats?Oct 31, 2026 11:42 am - Weeks before Tuesday’s election, Gov. JB Pritzker’s campaign contributed $200,000 to the Democratic Party of DuPage County, which used the money to help cash-strapped candidates running for sheriff and county board. Will that money make a difference?