Cook County
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5-year-old dies from apparent drowning in Buffalo Grove poolJul 05, 2025 1:34 pm - A 5-year-old Plainfield boy died Friday after he apparently drowned in a Buffalo Grove pool at a private residence.
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Two riders ejected from their motorcycle following Friday crash in Pingree GroveJul 05, 2025 1:12 pm - Two riders were ejected from their motorcycle after they were struck by a vehicle Friday in the vicinity of routes 72 and 47 in Pingree Grove.
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DuPage forest preserve seeks new vision for historic homeJul 05, 2025 11:45 am - The long-vacant Oak Cottage has a lot of farmhouse charm. Though it needs substantial work, preservationists hope to see the house near Naperville — a link to the area’s agricultural history — revived.
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‘A rare gem’? This Chain O’ Lakes island is no paradise, but it can be yours for $200,000Jul 05, 2025 11:15 am - A small island for sale on Grass Lake near Antioch evokes visions of a warm breeze, a cool beverage on the beach and a relaxing break from the daily grind.
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Theft suspect fleeing Elmhurst police fatally struck on I-294Jul 05, 2025 9:59 am - A suspect in a vehicle Elmhurst police were pursuing late Wednesday, fled the vehicle on foot and was fatally struck by another vehicle traveling northbound on I-294.
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No injuries reported in Streamwood house fireJul 05, 2025 9:49 am - A house fire early Saturday in Streamwood caused $150,000 in damage, but nobody was harmed, according to the Streamwood Fire Department.
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Suburbs celebrate the Fourth of JulyJul 04, 2025 3:00 pm - From parades to foot races, festivals to fireworks shows, people throughout the suburbs celebrated Independence Day Friday at a variety of events.
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Hoffman Estates police tap into virtual reality for realistic, on-demand trainingJul 04, 2025 12:30 pm - Hoffman Estates police are already pioneering the region’s future use of virtual-reality training to make the “What If?” scenarios officers have always been urged to consider more concrete.
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Palatine accepting entries for Hometown Pride AwardsJul 04, 2025 12:27 pm - The Village of Palatine's Beautification Commission is accepting nominations for the 2025 Hometown Pride Awards to recognize residential and business properties that display attractive landscaping and have exceptional curb appeal.
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Wilke Road closure in Palatine begins July 7Jul 04, 2025 12:19 pm - As part of the Illinois Department of Transportation's Route 53 improvements, Wilke Road (also known as West Illinois Route 53 Frontage Road) will be closed to allow for storm sewer construction work on Route 53.