Cook County
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Suburban hospitals receive ‘A’ rating in hospital safety reportNov 15, 2025 11:40 am - Sixteen suburban hospitals are among 35 statewide to receive an “A” rating for excellence in patient safety on The Leapfrog Group’s fall 2025 patient safety report card.
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Elgin Vineyard marks 35 years with ThanksgivingNov 14, 2025 10:57 pm - Vineyard Church of Elgin is celebrating its 35th anniversary on Nov. 23 with a special service featuring the Vineyard Choir, founding pastor, and area overseer.
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Girls volleyball: Fremd falls in 4A state semifinalsNov 14, 2025 10:26 pm - For Fremd it was worth it. Sure, the result wasn't what the Vikings wanted, but they made the Final Four in girls volleyball. Making its third-ever Final Four appearance,...
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T. rex replica goes to head of class at ConantNov 14, 2025 6:55 pm - A replica of the head of a nearly 70-million-year-old fossil is fueling curiosity among James B. Conant High School students. The Tyrannosaurus rex Norm’s skull was brought to the school this week on loan from the Field Museum’s Harris Learning Collection.
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After public polling, District 214 may scale back potential referendum askNov 14, 2025 6:50 pm - Survey data shows public support for a potential $400 million referendum for facility upgrades in Northwest Suburban High School District 214, but some school board members remain skeptical about a tax increase passing at the ballot box.
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‘Not a big burden’: Parking fee on summer concert nights at Independence Grove to double to $20Nov 14, 2025 2:44 pm - The parking fee on summer concert days at Independence Grove Forest Preserve near Libertyville will double next season to $20 per vehicle.
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BBB of Chicago and Northern Illinois announces 2025 Torch Awards winnersNov 14, 2025 2:15 pm - The Better Business Bureau recently announced the 2025 winners of the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics and Excellence, recognized as one of the most prestigious accolades for brand and reputation-building.
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Paving paradise?: Historic Barrington neighborhood opposes District 220’s plan to buy land for parkingNov 14, 2025 1:15 pm - A Barrington neighborhood with a rich history is gathering petitions to stop Barrington Area Unit District 220’s plans to buy four properties to provide parking for its new auditorium.
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Yuletide treat: Marriott Theatre kicks off holidays with high-voltage ‘Million Dollar Quartet Christmas’Nov 14, 2025 12:52 pm - For a rockin’ good time, check out Marriott Theatre’s Yuletide treat, “Million Dollar Quartet Christmas.”
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Fox Valley Chapter SAR honors legacy and leadership at annual awards luncheonNov 14, 2025 12:30 pm - The Fox Valley Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution held its annual awards luncheon and officer induction ceremony. Several individuals were recognized for their service, leadership, and commitment to preserving American history and values.