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Severe thunderstorms expected later today throughout suburbsMar 19, 2025 7:30 am - A round of severe thunderstorms is expected to roll through the suburbs later today and into the evening, affecting the afternoon commute with snow possible overnight into Thursday.
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Immanuel Batavia teacher receives prestigious teaching awardMar 19, 2025 12:18 am - Mary Wert, a 36-year veteran teacher, named 2025 Distinguished Lutheran Elementary Teacher for her excellence integrating faith into academics and dedication to student growth.
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Elgin Christian schools Westminster and Harvest forming new institutionMar 18, 2025 10:05 pm - Two longtime Christian schools on neighborhood properties, Westminster Christian School and Harvest Christian Academy, announced a partnership to open a new independent K-12 school for the 2026 academic year.
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Previously classified files related to JFK assassination released
Mar 18, 2025 9:12 pm - DALLAS — Previously classified documents related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy were released Tuesday evening following an order by President Dona...
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Federal judge blocks Trump administration from banning transgender people from military service
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‘A lot of moving parts’: $13.2M Main Street redesign and related projects set to begin in Lake ZurichMar 18, 2025 8:57 pm - Lake Zurich village staff will be meeting with downtown businesses with details and tips to “allow everyday life to happen” as a centerpiece project to redesign Main Street gets underway.
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District 21 board member steps down after 18 yearsMar 18, 2025 8:55 pm - Longtime Wheeling Township Elementary District 21 board member Staci Allan has resigned, citing her ongoing battle with multiple sclerosis.
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Chicago Loop DMV open for REAL ID walk-ins as May 7 tsunami continuesMar 18, 2025 8:37 pm - Illinois Secretary of State adds downtown Chicago REAL ID center ahead of May 7 deadline. Suburban DMV locations also offer Saturday walk-ins.
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‘Very unusual’: Experts say carbon monoxide deaths in vehicles outside are rareMar 18, 2025 8:37 pm - The recent deaths of two teens from carbon monoxide poisoning while sitting in a parked car are very unusual, experts say. Possible factors investigators are considering: a potential exhaust leak, wind conditions and after-market exhaust work.
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‘Tesla Takedown’ protest drives crowd to LisleMar 18, 2025 8:35 pm - Protesters flocked to a Tesla dealership in Lisle on Tuesday to voice displeasure over DOGE leader and Tesla co-founder Elon Musk.