Cook County
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Learn about sustainable practices at Sherman Natural Prairie and Community GardenJun 17, 2024 6:14 pm - On Saturday, June 29, the Sherman Natural Prairie and Community Garden is hosting presentations on “Sustainable Practices.”
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‘I feel like my brother has been neglected’: Questions linger one year after deadly mass shootingJun 17, 2024 4:58 pm - One year after his brother died during a mass shooting near Willowbrook, Darren Meadows is still searching for answers. A crowded Juneteenth celebration turned chaotic wh...
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Hunger Resource Network surpasses fundraising goal at annual luncheonJun 17, 2024 3:50 pm - The recent Hunger Resource Network (HRN) annual luncheon exceeded its fundraising goal, enabling the nonprofit organization to continue to distribute 240,000 pounds of frozen chicken annually throughout the Chicago area.
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DuPage County launches construction equity programJun 17, 2024 3:26 pm - DuPage County is creating a division of contracting equity to expand participation in construction projects by minority- and women-owned firms.
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Spotlight: ‘Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil’ musical premieres at GoodmanJun 17, 2024 2:52 pm - The musical adaptation of the New York Times bestseller “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” premieres at Goodman Theatre, while Drury Lane revives the jolly jukebox tuner “Ain’t Misbehavin’.”
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Bicyclist killed when hit by car on North Avenue in Villa ParkJun 17, 2024 2:25 pm - A 29-year-old man was killed Saturday night when the bicycle he was riding on North Avenue in Villa Park was struck by a vehicle, police said.
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Barrington village manager gets 12.5% pay hikeJun 17, 2024 2:21 pm - Barrington village board members have voted to give Village Manager Scott Anderson a raise. The 12.5% increase boosted Anderson’s base pay to $225,000. In addition, he r...
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Funding for climate change projects discussed at town hall meetingJun 17, 2024 2:10 pm - Learn about available state and federal funding to invest in projects to combat climate change at a town hall meeting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. June 27 at Waukegan Public Libra...
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St. Charles Trading Inc. celebrates 40th year in the food industryJun 17, 2024 1:30 pm - St. Charles Trading Inc., a supplier, distributor, and manufacturer in the food industry, is celebrating its 40th anniversary on July 23, 2024.
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Neighbors in the News: Village of Barrington welcomes new director of Cultural AffairsJun 17, 2024 1:27 pm - The village of Barrington has hired Dr. Brian Coyle as its new director of Cultural Affairs.