News
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State lawmakers move to block towns from imposing taxes on sports betting
Mar 16, 2026 3:02 pm - Chicago’s steep new tax on sports betting is creating a backlash in Springfield that could lead to new restrictions on whether municipalities should have the power to tax gambling revenue.
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Diocese of Joliet appoints new superintendent of Catholic schools
Mar 16, 2026 1:09 pm - The Diocese of Joliet has named its next superintendent of Catholic schools. Gregory N. Porod will step into the role on June 29, following Dr. James Quaid, who held the position for three years.
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DuPage County activates flood control facilities after heavy showersMar 16, 2026 1:09 pm - For the second time in under two weeks, DuPage County has activated its regional flood control facilities in response to heavy precipitation.
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Palatine hosting monthly open house meetings for residentsMar 16, 2026 12:40 pm - Palatine is launching an open house series of meetings next month to provide residents an informal setting to learn about various aspects of the village, ranging from permit and zoning requirements to police and fire operations.
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Arlington Heights paint collection event set for April 14Mar 16, 2026 12:40 pm - The Arlington Heights Health & Human Services Environmental Health Division is hosting a free latex paint collection event from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m Tuesday, April 14, at the public works building, 222 N. Ridge Ave.
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Electronics recycling returns to Hoffman Estates April 6Mar 16, 2026 12:40 pm - A weekly electronics recycling program returns to Hoffman Estates this year.
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Gurnee shredding event set for April 11Mar 16, 2026 12:39 pm - Gurnee is hosting a free shredding event for residents from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 11, at village hall, 325 N. O’Plaine Road.
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House damaged in Aurora fireMar 16, 2026 12:37 pm - A house in Aurora was deemed uninhabitable after a Friday morning fire, officials announced Monday.
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St. Charles District 303’s Fiddle Fest honors founder
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Spotlight: Steel Beam bids farewell to St. CharlesMar 16, 2026 12:28 pm - Steel Beam Theatre in St. Charles closes, Theater Wit stages the Midwest premiere of Itamar Moses’ “The Ally,” and the Harry Potter revue “Potted Potter” returns for a brief run.