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Chronic absenteeism numbers dip for third year; state launches special task force to address problemNov 01, 2025 3:50 pm - Amid a statewide decline in students missing school, Illinois is launching a Chronic Absence Task Force to study statewide strategies to further reduce chronic absenteeism across all grade levels, state education officials said.
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Israel says the latest remains returned from Gaza by Hamas are not of hostages
Nov 01, 2025 3:49 pm - The remains of three people Hamas handed over to the Red Cross in Gaza do not belong to any hostages, Israel said Saturday, in the latest setback to the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.
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Geneva High aims to help more students get college credit while still in high school
Nov 01, 2025 2:43 pm - When a Geneva High School student takes a dual-credit class, it can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree. And the district now is looking to expand such course offerings.
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Addison man charged after standoff with policeNov 01, 2025 1:49 pm - An Addison man has been charged with felonies after authorities said he fired multiple gunshots at police, striking one officer in a protective vest during a four-hour standoff at his home Thursday.
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What new ACT data shows of student proficiency in 2025 school report cardNov 01, 2025 12:00 pm - More than two-thirds of suburban high schools scored above 50% proficiency in English language arts and nearly half scored above 50% proficiency in mathematics on the ACT college entrance exam, according to the 2025 Illinois School Report Card data.
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As more suburban schools switch to artificial turf, injury debate carries onNov 01, 2025 12:00 pm - As more and more synthetic turf fields are installed at suburban high school athletic fields, questions remain about whether they leave athletes more susceptible to injury.
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Coroner: Elk Grove Village man dies after train vs. car collision in HainesvilleNov 01, 2025 10:11 am - An Elk Grove Village man has died after a crash involving a vehicle and a train in Hainesville, the Lake County Coroner’s office said.
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Lawmakers OK sweeping energy reform package that governor pledges to sign
Nov 01, 2025 9:00 am - A closely-watched and long-debated piece of energy legislation is set to become law after passing through both legislative chambers with the governor’s endorsement.
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South Elgin to celebrate opening of new accessible boat launch MondayOct 31, 2025 9:34 pm - A new accessible paddle sport launch in South Elgin will make it easier for people of all abilities to launch kayaks, canoes and paddleboards into the Fox River.
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Air traffic controller shortages lead to broader US flight delays as shutdown nears one-month mark