Cook County
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Man convicted of kidnapping woman in ElginAug 20, 2025 11:56 am - An Elgin man has been convicted of kidnapping a woman.
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Hidden gems: Retro diners offer a trip back in timeAug 20, 2025 11:24 am - If you haven’t eaten at one of the many classic American diners across the suburbs recently, now is the time. These restaurants not only bring nostalgia but also serve up generous portions of comfort food and vintage charm.
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Schaumburg favors bike path on west side of Springinsguth Road, further use of roundaboutsAug 20, 2025 10:08 am - Schaumburg village board members Tuesday generally favored having the Springinsguth Road bike path all on the west side after a 2029 renovation, and further consideration of the use of roundabouts at appropriate intersections on a case-by-case basis.
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Urban and community forestry listening sessionAug 20, 2025 9:13 am - Lake County and the Lake County Forest Preserve District are hosting a public listening session to share progress and get feedback on a new Urban and Community Forestry Strategic Plan being developed.
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U-46 seeks community input on naming of new middle school in ElginAug 20, 2025 7:46 am - Elgin Area School District U-46’s is inviting community members to submit nominations to help with the naming of its new middle school now under construction in Elgin.
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Trinity Lutheran Church delivers bicycles to families in needAug 20, 2025 1:02 am - Good News Garage accepts donated vehicles and bicycles, repairs them, and delivers them to those in need, including recent immigrants.
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Environmental Resource Fair set for Saturday in StreamwoodAug 19, 2025 9:38 pm - Cook County District 15 Commissioner Kevin Morrison will host a free in-person Environmental Resource Fair from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at Rahlfs Woods in Streamwood, featuring a wide variety of family-friendly events and activities.
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Counting down to 2025 kickoff: Scouting the Upstate Eight Conference West DivisionAug 19, 2025 8:39 pm - Bartlett Coach: Milan Vuckovich (fourth season) Last season’s record: 4-5 overall, 4-2 in the UEC West (third place) Top returners: Olivier Chrapek, sr., K/P...
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Curb your enthusiasm? Arlington Heights trustees like street makeover, but not $4.4M costAug 19, 2025 6:39 pm - Arlington Heights trustees praised conceptual plans to remove curbs and prioritize pedestrians on part of downtown Vail Avenue, but questioned the $4.4 million expense and need to redo nearby Harmony Park.
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Home & garden calendar, Aug. 24-30Aug 19, 2025 5:58 pm - Upcoming garden club meetings, plant sales, and garden shows in the Chicago area.