Cook County
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Bensenville Police Chief Schulze appointed as village managerAug 08, 2025 10:58 am - Bensenville trustees unanimously voted to appoint Dan Schulze as village manager during their July 29 board meeting.
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These Illinois licensing facilities will offer expanded Saturday hoursAug 08, 2025 7:05 am - Thirteen Illinois state driver’s license locations will begin offering walk-in Saturday service starting Saturday, Aug. 9.
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‘Salesman of hope’: How former car salesman became director of Batavia workshop for disabledAug 08, 2025 5:52 am - The Valley Sheltered Workshop in Batavia will soon mark its 60th anniversary giving people with cognitive disabilities a job and a purpose, but it needs more space to teach life skills.
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‘Isn’t just a prank’: Destructive social media trend arrives at suburbs’ doorstepAug 08, 2025 4:45 am - The latest social media trend that has young people engaging in dangerous behavior is the “door kick challenge.“ It’s like ding-dong-ditch, but instead of ringing the bell and running away these perps are trying to kick down the door.
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Finding her utopia: Julie Curran’s dream life at The Woods at K-B HouseAug 07, 2025 10:48 pm - Julie Curran moved into a redesigned cottage at The Woods at K-B House, gaining proximity to family and peace of mind knowing all levels of senior care are available.
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GPS Parent Series hosts webinar on helping kids develop time management skillsAug 07, 2025 10:40 pm - The upcoming GPS Parent Series on Aug. 21 will feature "Start the Year with Organizational Skills for School Success," featuring authors Kristen Jacobsen and Sarah Ward.
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Elgin Township community event showcases local organizationsAug 07, 2025 10:18 pm - Elgin Township is hosting a free community event on Aug. 16 to showcase local social service agencies, volunteer opportunities, and provide family fun like a vehicle "Touch-a-Truck.
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Speakers give pros, cons against Nicor gas price increase requestAug 07, 2025 9:31 pm - People Thursday spoke for and against Nicor’s proposed $316 million natural gas rate increase, at a hearing in Elgin.
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Noon Whistle Brewing to host Oktobeerfests this fallAug 07, 2025 9:29 pm - Noon Whistle Brewing is hosting two Oktobeerfest celebrations this fall, featuring craft beer, live music, and German-inspired food.
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Michael McDermott & Heather Horton host benefit concert for Mercy HomeAug 07, 2025 9:21 pm - On Aug. 23, the historic Maple Street Chapel is hosting Michael McDermott and Heather Lynne Horton in an acoustic benefit show for Mercy Home for Boys & Girls.