Cook County
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CASA Kane County calls for 50 new volunteers to advocate for children in foster careSep 10, 2024 12:47 am - In 2023, CASA Kane County advocated for 663 children, the largest number in its 35-year history. However, the need continues to grow, and they are actively seeking 50 additional CASA/GAL volunteers to meet the increasing demand.
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From Barbie to Scooby's to Jefferson v. Adams: Special programs complement ‘Instantly Iconic’ exhibits at DuPage museum this fallSep 09, 2024 11:50 pm - This fall, the DuPage County Historical Museum's new “Instantly Iconic” exhibits highlight DuPage County’s rich history of presidential encounters, iconic childhood toys, and coming-of-age experiences.
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Federal funding meeting set at Harper CollegeSep 09, 2024 10:54 pm - Representatives of Cook County government will be on hand from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Harper College’s Wojcik Conference Center to solicit ideas for using federal funds in...
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Lake Zurich sales tax hike to help defray cost of $154 million Lake Michigan projectSep 09, 2024 8:32 pm - Lake Zurich will increase its local sales tax to help defray the cost of bringing Lake Michigan water to town.
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Pickleball courts among features coming to Community Center Park in Rolling MeadowsSep 09, 2024 8:05 pm - The Rolling Meadows Park District is about to embark on transformation of one of its biggest and most centrally-located parks, with pickleball courts and a slew of other new activities.
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Union says Palatine wrongfully terminated public works employeeSep 09, 2024 4:43 pm - A labor union is urging Palatine officials to reverse their decision to terminate a public works employee.
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Judge denies Mount Prospect’s request to halt operations at malodorous businessSep 09, 2024 3:55 pm - A Cook County judge Monday denied Mount Prospect’s emergency request for a temporary restraining order against animal feed producer Prestige Feed Products.
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Charges pending after home invasions, standoff in South BarringtonSep 09, 2024 3:55 pm - Charges were pending Monday afternoon following a pair of overnight home invasions in South Barrington that led to a standoff with police.
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‘Big Boy’ chugs through the suburbs, delighting observersSep 09, 2024 3:54 pm - The Union Pacific “Big Boy” No. 4014 steam locomotive rolled through the western suburbs Monday morning to the delight of railroad enthusiasts and casual observers alike.
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Korean Cultural Center of Chicago — Bisco Hall grand opening celebration Sept. 14Sep 09, 2024 3:03 pm - The Korean Cultural Center of Chicago's BISCO Hall Performing Arts Center, 9925 Capitol Drive, Wheeling, will host its grand opening celebration on Saturday, Sept. 14.