Lifestyle
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Chew on this: Misophonia is somewhat common, not widely knownFeb 07, 2025 12:26 am - If you find yourself getting triggered — with anger, disgust or anxiety — over the sounds of other people chewing, yawning or even breathing, you’re not alone. It’s a condition called misophonia, and there’s no cure, but you can find help.
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Racial gap widened in deaths among US moms around the time of childbirth
Feb 06, 2025 11:58 pm - Maternal mortality fell below prepandemic levels overall, but racial gaps widened, with Black women in the U.S. dying at a rate nearly 3.5 times higher than white women around the time of childbirth in 2023, according to new federal health data.
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Teen dating violence: What parents should knowFeb 06, 2025 11:26 pm - While dating is often part of the adolescent experience, for some that relationship can include violence and the trauma of that can repercuss throughout the teen’s life. An expert details how a parent can recognize if their teen is in such a relationship.
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What to know about kitchen cabinet projectsFeb 06, 2025 7:37 pm - Homeowners who want to give their kitchens a new look and feel without doing a full renovation can consider kitchen cabinet projects.
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Chili for Charity event to raise funds for Elgin schoolsFeb 06, 2025 4:12 pm - Elgin Knights of Columbus are hosting 27th annual Chili for Charity event on Feb. 22. Find out how you can indulge in unlimited chili while supporting a great cause!
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BBB: Beware of scam calls from a loan processing companyFeb 06, 2025 2:26 pm - The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about an alarming increase in harassing phone calls and voicemails from scammers posing as loan processing company representatives.
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Selling off board’s condo unit requires vote of ownersFeb 06, 2025 11:53 am - A condo association has used a studio unit for offices and storage, but now wants to sell the unit. What steps are required for this sale to take place?
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Super dips for the Big GameFeb 06, 2025 11:50 am - Super Bowl culture has turned into a competition of who can make the most drool-worthy snacks. You can’t go wrong with these takes by chef Grace Goudie on two go-to classics: queso and Buffalo chicken dip.
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Heart health awareness & screening event in Bartlett SaturdayFeb 05, 2025 5:56 pm - Ascension St. Alexius and Hanover Township, in partnership with State Sen. Cristina Castro, will host a Heart Health Awareness and Screening event on Saturday, Feb. 8.
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Huntley’s Shepherd of the Prairie hosts new member eventFeb 05, 2025 3:28 pm - Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church in Huntley is holding a new member gathering on Feb. 16 for prospective members to learn more about the church.