Cook County
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From the murders to manhunt: New book examines ‘human elements’ of Brown’s Chicken killingsJun 20, 2025 4:30 am - A suburban native who was just a kid when the Brown's Chicken murders in Palatine shocked the nation has written a new book he hopes offers new insight into the killings. “It’s focused more on the human elements of the case, and not the gore of the crime itself,” said author Patrick Wohl.
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U-46 board honors student musicians, singers, actors and moreJun 20, 2025 12:04 am - Fine arts coordinator, U-46 Music Education Program also honored Nearly 100 Elgin Area School District U-46 high school students were recognized by the board of educ...
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Habitat for Humanity hosts raffle, auction in Wheaton on June 23Jun 19, 2025 9:32 pm - Score vacations, Bears tickets and exclusive prizes while helping build homes. Even if you’re not teeing off at this year’s Swing Fore Housing Golf Invitational on Monday, June 23, there’s still a great way to take part and make a difference.
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Rooted in beauty: How two gardeners are enriching life at King-Bruwaert HouseJun 19, 2025 6:00 pm - Joan Holland and Emmy King, who live in The Woods, a neighborhood at King-Bruwaert House, aren't just gardeners. They’re also stewards of the land and co-chairs of the resident landscape committee, who see the grounds as a soul-nourishing sanctuary.
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Summer Jam celebrates Juneteenth in CarpentersvilleJun 19, 2025 5:21 pm - A diverse crowd gathered on Thursday for the Juneteenth Summer Jam at Carpenter Park in Carpentersville.
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Tobacco shop passes first test under new Mount Prospect policy; trustees concerned about Delta-8, KratomJun 19, 2025 5:17 pm - Mount Prospect trustees this week approved a conditional use allowing a transfer of ownership at 92 Smoke & Vape, 1703 W. Algonquin Road.
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Restored artwork by Doomsday Clock creator on display at Schaumburg Township District LibraryJun 19, 2025 4:25 pm - The Schaumburg Township District Library has installed newly restored artwork by renowned Chicago artist Martyl Langsdorf, creator of the 1947 Doomsday Clock.
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Lombard’s Fourth of July fireworks returns to Madison Meadow ParkJun 19, 2025 4:24 pm - Lombard's annual July 4th fireworks display will be held at Madison Meadow Park. Temporary parking restrictions and closures will be in effect so attendees should plan transportation accordingly.
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Carpentersville motorcyclist dies from injuries in crash with sedan in AlgonquinJun 19, 2025 3:29 pm - A motorcyclist died in the hospital Wednesday after suffering serious injuries from a crash with a sedan Tuesday morning at the intersection of Longmeadow Parkway and Sleepy Hollow Road in Algonquin, officials reported.
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‘Hidden gems’: 5 unique suburban museums to visit this summerJun 19, 2025 2:30 pm - From sock monkeys to superheroes to dinosaurs to gemstones, these five unique family-friendly museums throughout the suburbs have something for everyone.