News
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New Italian restaurant Florio’s now open in Crystal Lake, aims to be ‘upscale and friendly’
May 05, 2025 2:02 pm - After a year of planning and construction, locally owned Florio’s Italian restaurant is now open off Randall Road in Crystal Lake.
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‘Time for me to pass the baton’: Schakowsky to retire from U.S. House in 2026May 05, 2025 1:26 pm - U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, the longest serving member of the suburban delegation to Congress, won’t seek reelection in 2026.
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Brush fire in Island Lake scorches more than 100 acresMay 05, 2025 1:18 pm - No injuries or property damage was reported from a brush fire Sunday evening in Island Lake that scorched more than 100 acres, fire officials said.
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Ecker Center marks 70 years, seeks $70K fundraising goal
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‘A leader, mentor and education advocate’: Former U-46 chief José Torres dies at 65May 05, 2025 12:16 pm - José Torres, a nearly 40-year veteran educator and former Elgin Area School District U-46 superintendent, died Friday, May 2, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, after a brief illness, according to sources.
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Recycle Coach comes to Geneva
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After voters choose different direction for District 158 board, members select new president
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Huntley acquires a lot more land near rail tracks but remains mum on specific plans for property
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Des Plaines man dies after suffering medical emergency on interstate off rampMay 05, 2025 9:00 am - A 53-year-old Des Plaines man died early Sunday morning after suffering a medical emergency on an interstate off ramp in Chicago.
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Increase in e-bike use prompts safety, trail etiquette reminders in forest preservesMay 04, 2025 4:48 pm - The rise in trail use at forest preserves and parks throughout the region comes with words of caution from those who oversee the facilities, especially when it comes to electric bicycles, or e-bikes.