Cook County
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Blizzard throws new Hoffman Estates public works director into frayFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - Joseph Nebel assumed the top spot in Hoffman Estates' public works department last month after longtime director Ken Hari retired from the post. So much for the honeymoo...
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BGHS 'Idol' contest to collect for autism researchFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - What with “American Idol,” back on TV, it's officially “Idol” season across the land. Buffalo Grove High School's student council will use its high-profile event, BG IDO...
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Allstate's Wilson met with Fed for introduction, rules briefingFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - Allstate Corp. Chief Executive Officer Thomas Wilson, whose insurer runs a savings-and-loan unit, met with representatives of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago for an ...
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Ex-Prospect Hts. mayoral candidate appeals to courtsFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - A Prospect Heights mayoral candidate kicked off the ballot is determined to get back on. Not only has Kurt U. Giehler filed to run as a write-in, on Friday he filed for ...
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Elgin to vote on block grantsFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - A committee composed of Elgin councilmen and city staff members recently reviewed applications for Community Development Block Grants and has finalized its recommendatio...
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Sweet inspirations for a fun Valentine's DayFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - Ah, Valentine's Day — that silly “holiday” in which millions of people spend their hard-earned cash on chocolates, roses and greeting cards in order to profess their lov...
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Judge affirms rejection of atheist's suit over landmarkFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - ST. LOUIS — A federal magistrate has refused to reverse his recommendation that an atheist's lawsuit over a state grant to an 11-story Christian landmark in southern Ill...
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Blizzard pays off for Raging Buffalo in AlgonquinFeb 06, 2011 10:00 pm - Last week's blizzard caused plenty of snow-related disasters, but for kids across the region, it also meant snow days and outdoor sports. Raging Buffalo Snowboard Park i...
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Palatine tea party shifts to local politicsFeb 05, 2011 11:00 pm - Whether they're lining the streets waving colorful placards or making impassioned speeches, members of the Palatine tea party are old pros when it comes to community ral...
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Renz counseling center hosting open house WednesdayFeb 05, 2011 11:00 pm - The Renz Addiction Counseling Center in Elgin will host an open house from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday as the agency celebrates its 50 years helping those battling alcohol, dr...