Cook County
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Lanes opening up on York Road as cold weather hitsDec 10, 2024 2:48 pm - After months of squeezing into single lanes, York Road drivers near O’Hare get a reprieve beginning Monday.
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New York-style pizza in the suburbs? Yes, you can find itDec 10, 2024 1:22 pm - It almost seems blasphemous to talk about New York-style pizza in Illinois. While the deep-dish pizza the Chicago area is known for around the world certainly is delectab...
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Schaumburg offering Vacation Watch for out-of-town homeownersDec 10, 2024 11:13 am - Schaumburg homeowners can take advantage of the Schaumburg Police Department's Vacation Watch Program for added protection while away on a trip.
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Best bets: Elgin Symphony Orchestra, sounds of the season, holiday hilarityDec 10, 2024 10:19 am - This week in the suburbs: Elgin Symphony Orchestra hosts its annual holiday extravaganza; Creative Ice Theatre stages “Nutcracker on Ice” in Woodridge; female comedians headline Crystal Lake’s Raue Center.
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Spotlight: Seasonal fare on suburban stages includes ‘Wonderful Life,’ ‘Christmas Carol,’ Second City sketchesDec 10, 2024 9:48 am - Suburban theaters, including Improv Playhouse and Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, stage seasonal favorites “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “The Good, The Bad and the Ugly Sweater,” respectively, while Strawdog Theatre brings “Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins” to Writers Theatre.
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Dining Out: Santa is ready to eat, ‘Wicked’ cocktails and moreDec 10, 2024 9:34 am - Santa has numerous dining dates at suburban restaurants over the next couple of weeks, plus if you want to quench your thirst for all things “Wicked,” head to Bonefish Grill for a pink or green cocktail, depending on which witch you are.
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International volleyball giants will clash at NOW Arena in 2025Dec 10, 2024 8:27 am - A five-day, six-team international men’s volleyball tournament is headed to the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates this summer featuring some of the biggest names in the sport.
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Who had the area’s top prep football performances in the 2024 season?Dec 10, 2024 6:00 am - This week’s High Five honors the area’s top prep football performances in the 2024 season.
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‘Edgy’ Tim: How did state schools do with Illinois football recruits?Dec 10, 2024 6:00 am - “Edgy” Tim O’Halloran writes about how Illinois, Northwestern and Northern Illinois did with in-state recruits during last week’s early signing period.
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Des Plaines Community Concert Band celebrates Mancini's 100th birthday in holiday show Dec. 15Dec 09, 2024 11:32 pm - The Des Plaines concert band will be performing Mancini music and holiday tunes arranged by band members at the holiday concert Dec. 15.