Cook County
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Dining out: Six seltzer medals for Penrose Brewing, National Oyster Day and moreJul 29, 2025 4:49 pm - Penrose Brewing in Geneva recently won six medals at the 2025 U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship. Plus, a new McAlister’s Deli is opening in Naperville Aug. 11, and Old Town Pour House is serving up new seasonal menu items.
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One dead following four-vehicle crash on I-290 near SchaumburgJul 29, 2025 4:42 pm - One person is dead following a four vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon in the northbound lanes of Interstate 290/Route 53 near Schaumburg.
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Former Schaumburg Township trustee, clerk, Historical Society President Bob Vinnedge diesJul 29, 2025 4:25 pm - Longtime Schaumburg Township official and Historical Society President Bob Vinnedge of Hoffman Estates, who died Friday at 80 years old, is being remembered as a true gentleman and public servant by those who knew him best.
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Schaumburg Township Library display assists patrons with civic advocacyJul 29, 2025 4:24 pm - In response to libraries nationwide experiencing unprecedented challenges, a Schaumburg Township Library display is offering suggestions for patrons to learn more about civic advocacy.
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Elgin, LRS to host community recycling event SaturdayJul 29, 2025 3:24 pm - Elgin and Lakeshore Recycling Services will host a community recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Elgin Public Works facility at 1900 Holmes Road.
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Route 14 road closures ahead in BarringtonJul 29, 2025 3:24 pm - Route 14 will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Valencia Avenue and Hough Street in Barrington beginning Aug. 4, as part of work to construct an underpass below the Canadian National Railway tracks.
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Indian Trails Public Library launches patron surveyJul 29, 2025 3:23 pm - Patrons of the Wheeling-based Indian Trails Public Library can share their opinions about services, programs and more through an online survey.
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Lindenhurst hosts food truck extravaganzaJul 29, 2025 3:21 pm - The village of Lindenhurst is coordinating and hosting a food truck extravaganza from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at village hall, 2301 E. Sand Lake Road.
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Three-peat: Crystal Lake restaurant among 18 suburban eateries honored with Wine Spectator Restaurant AwardsJul 29, 2025 2:17 pm - 1776 Restaurant in Crystal Lake was among four suburban restaurants honored with the Best of Award of Excellence in the recent Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards. Overall, 18 suburban restaurants received recognition.
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Elgin group releases booklet on business and residential development and growthJul 29, 2025 12:59 pm - A new 12-page informational booklet provides a quick, in-depth look at statistics featuring Elgin’s business, municipal, and residential activity and growth; population and diversity factors; workforce sectors and categories; health care resources and services; and educational institutions.