Cook County
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2025 biking highlights in Illinois: Trikes as bikes, e-bikes, new laws and path plansJan 07, 2026 1:08 pm - Trikes as bikes, e-bikes, new laws and plans for biking and pedestrian paths were among the cycling stories making headlines in Illinois in 2025.
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Judge orders psychological exam for Schaumburg man charged with killing fatherJan 07, 2026 12:38 pm - A Cook County judge on Wednesday ordered a psychological examination for the man who authorities say fatally beat his father with a sledgehammer in the family’s Schaumburg home.
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Holiday gift opening brings joy to Marklund residentsJan 07, 2026 12:22 pm - Nearly 300 volunteers assisted Marklund residents in gift-opening, with visits from Santa, the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who
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DuPage County clerk to host vote-by-mail forumJan 07, 2026 11:01 am - DuPage County election authorities will hold a forum in Wheaton on the voting by mail process.
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Elmhurst’s First Congregational Church now taking orders for organic seedlingsJan 07, 2026 10:52 am - The First Congregational United Church of Christ in Elmhurst is holding its 12th annual Organic Seedlings Sale, where customers can preorder organic vegetable, herb, and flower seedlings from local growers. The deadline is Feb. 28.
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District 54 posts vacancy after resignation of its longest-serving board memberJan 07, 2026 10:38 am - Schaumburg Township Elementary District 54 has posted a request for applicants to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of its longest-serving board of education member.
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Fremd associate principal picked to lead Conant HighJan 07, 2026 10:22 am - Fremd High School Associate Principal Michael Smith will become principal of Conant High School in Hoffman Estates July 1.
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U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky endorses Daniel Biss to succeed her in 9th DistrictJan 07, 2026 9:35 am - Longtime Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky has endorsed fellow Evanstonian Daniel Biss as her successor in the 9th Congressional District.
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Buffalo Grove officer tapped as department’s new sergeantJan 07, 2026 8:14 am - Buffalo Grove announced the promotion of police officer Michael Carlson to sergeant.
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New year? Join ‘New Mind & Body’ events at Gail Borden LibraryJan 06, 2026 11:39 pm - Gail Borden Public Library is offering various wellness programs designed to help participants refresh and refocus for the new year.