Entertainment
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Olivia Dean wins 4 Brit Awards, taking artist of the year and song of the year
Mar 01, 2026 11:25 am - It was Olivia Dean’s night at the Brit Awards — she took home four trophies, including artist of the year and song of the year.
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The Biz Week That Was: Data center interrupted, Bears tug of war, and the state’s new nuclear goalsFeb 28, 2026 12:50 pm - Lisle seeks details on work at data center property Lisle was forced to take legal action to halt construction at a data center after the company that operates the f...
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Geneva Wine Cellars closing after nearly 13 years
Feb 28, 2026 10:10 am - Geneva Wine Cellars and Tasting Room owner Al Buchanan announced in the business’ online newsletter that it is closing after nearly 13 years.
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Chicago’s Jewish Film Festival opens March 7 with stories of hope, chutzpah and humanityFeb 27, 2026 11:05 pm - JCC Chicago's 13th annual Jewish Film Festival runs March 7-22, featuring 21 films including documentaries, dramas, and comedies with select Q and As. The festival has screened over 300 films and hosted more than 70,000 filmgoers throughout its history.
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Neil Sedaka, the singer-songwriter behind dozens of hits of the 1960s and ’70s, dies at age 86
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Lisle Heritage Society hosts renowned fiddler duo for Celtic concert March 15Feb 27, 2026 5:41 pm - For St. Patrick’s Day, the Lisle Heritage Society is hosting a Celtic concert with The Hatfield Sisters, featuring Anne and Mary Hatfield, accompanied by Gavin Coyle and...
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Music Review: Bruno Mars is for lovers on the throwback ‘The Romantic,’ his first album in 10 yearsFeb 27, 2026 1:49 pm - Bruno Mars is back — did you miss him? The 16-time Grammy Award-winning Mars is an undisputable hitmaker, and that trend continues with the nine-track “The Romantic,” his fourth full-length album.
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Mediterranean-style eatery to open second suburban location in former Schaumburg Arby’sFeb 27, 2026 1:42 pm - A Thousand Tales Restaurant/Bakery and Cafe in Mount Prospect plans to open a second, smaller location at a recently closed Arby’s in Schaumburg this summer.
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Crystal Lake sushi restaurant Tasty Bistro closes, but Cary location will remain open
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McHenry Outdoor Theater opens April 3; patrons can win galactic gaming opportunityFeb 27, 2026 12:09 pm - When McHenry Outdoor Theater opens on April 3, patrons will have a chance to watch the new “Super Mario Galaxy Movie” and a shot at playing some Mario Bros. games on the theater’s 100-foot-wide, 5-story-tall screen.