Cook County
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Elgin rings in the holiday season with festive ceremonyNov 24, 2023 10:00 pm - With the flip of a switch, the holiday season began Saturday evening at Festival Park in Elgin. The spirit of the holidays was evident as residents and visitors gathere...
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Holiday tree lights brighten the evening sky in Prospect HeightsNov 24, 2023 10:00 pm - Prospect Heights Mayor Pat Ludvigsen flipped the oversized power switch, and the bulbs immediately brightened the evening sky during the city's tree lighting outside the...
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Toys For Tommy returns for third year to honor St. Charles toddlerNov 24, 2023 10:00 pm - Benefiting children in the Tri-Cities area, the Toys For Tommy toy drive returns for the third year. The family of beloved Tommy Stopka III is bringing back the #Toysfor...
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Chicago shines bright with Diwali celebration hosted by Chicago mayor and Indian American Business CouncilNov 24, 2023 10:00 pm - Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson in collaboration with Indian American Business Council hosted a Grand Diwali Celebration at Chicago City Hall on Nov. 6. The celebrations w...
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WT Productions delivers 'Seasonal Gifts' for the holidaysNov 24, 2023 10:00 pm - A meaningful tradition stands the test of time while growing each year. WT Productions' "Seasonal" tradition continues on for its sixth season with "Seasonal Gifts." The...
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Palatine Park District hires new executive directorNov 24, 2023 12:00 am - The Palatine Park District has hired Benjamin Rea as its new executive director. Rea begins his new position on Friday, Dec. 1. He replaces Mike Clark, who is retiring a...
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Thief made $26,000 in fraudulent purchases, police sayNov 24, 2023 12:00 am - A thief used a stolen credit card belonging to a Des Plaines business to make about $26,000 in purchases, police said this week. The card was inside a car that was stole...
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Arlington Heights kicks off holiday season with tree lighting ceremonyNov 24, 2023 12:00 am - A performance by the Park District Vibe Dance Group and music by the Hersey High School Dickens Carolers help set the stage for the illumination of more than 80,000 ligh...
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Images: 2023 Black Friday shoppingNov 24, 2023 12:00 am - Photos from Black Friday shopping at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg and from across the country on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023. ...
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The statistics add up for O'Riordan, Barrington in win over Buffalo GroveNov 24, 2023 12:00 am - With Friday's girls basketball game pretty much in hand, Barrington senior Molly O'Riordan sat on the bench in the fourth quarter with pencil and clipboard in hand. Afte...