Cook County
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Voices Unlimited Chorus celebrates the Declaration’s 250th anniversaryMay 07, 2026 12:59 am - The Voices Unlimited Chorus will perform “America -- Keep Singing,” a spring concert commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, on May 17 in Elgin. The program includes a Thomas Jefferson portrayal, patriotic songs, armed forces tributes, and faith-based music.
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A new chapter for wildlife: DuPage unveils net-zero conservation centerMay 06, 2026 11:43 pm - The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County opened its new 27,000-square-foot DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center in Glen Ellyn, which treats over 11,000 sick, injured, and orphaned native animals annually and educates tens of thousands of visitors about wildlife.
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Boys volleyball: Stevenson slips by WarrenMay 06, 2026 9:43 pm - After falling behind 12-8 in the second set as Warren scored unanswered four points to take its largest lead of the match, Stevenson coach Eric Goolish reminded his playe...
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Baseball: Belo, Barrington sweep PalatineMay 06, 2026 8:52 pm - Paul Belo’s return to Palatine was a successful one. Belo, who was named head coach of Barrington after retiring from Palatine two years ago, directed Barrington to a six...
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Softball: Lake Park’s Fritzler shuts out Glenbard North as Lancers move into second place in DuKaneMay 06, 2026 8:27 pm - The DuKane Conference softball standings Wednesday morning had the top four teams separated by just a game and a half with front-runner St. Charles North at 8-1 traveling...
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Will voters back a new sales tax to fund Lake County school needs?May 06, 2026 7:33 pm - An initiative for a countywide sales tax to fund certain public school needs continues to advance though there is a way to go before voters would have a say.
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Teens arrested, but Arlington Heights school resource officer’s gun still missingMay 06, 2026 6:59 pm - Two teens face felony charges in connection with the disappearance of an Arlington Heights police officer’s gun after it was mistakenly left in a school bathroom Monday, authorities announced Wednesday.
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Barrington woman hurt in crash between motorcycle and minivanMay 06, 2026 6:27 pm - A motorcyclist was injured Tuesday evening after a collision with a minivan on Northwest Highway in Barrington, police said.
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Gamers can battle zombies and throw snowballs in new Minecraft adventure in RosemontMay 06, 2026 6:12 pm - “Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue” debuts Friday in Rosemont, offering groups of up to 25 an hour-long interactive adventure where they craft tools, build structures and brew potions to save zombified villagers.
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DuPage County to host mental health summit focusing on youthMay 06, 2026 5:56 pm - Mental health and services available for youth will be the focal point of a mental health summit Saturday in DuPage County.