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3 suburban school superintendents say business partnerships are key to shaping future of education
May 19, 2025 11:25 am - In just a few years, students graduating from McHenry County schools may find themselves working in jobs that don’t exist now, according to three suburban school districts’ superintendents.
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Beloved Algonquin restaurant Short Stacks abruptly closes
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Trump’s massive import taxes haven't done much economic damage — yet
May 19, 2025 11:24 am - For months, American consumers and businesses have been hearing that President Donald Trump’s massive import taxes — tariffs — would drive up prices and hurt the U.S. economy. But the latest economic reports don’t match the doom and gloom: Inflation actually eased last month, and hiring was solid in April.
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Vertical rescues: Geneva firefighters train for rescues in high, low places
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Thousands line Ogden Avenue to protest Trump administration
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County board to consider speed reduction on Lake in the Hills road
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AG: Tollway violated the Open Meetings Act with settlement voteMay 18, 2025 9:00 pm - The Illinois tollway “fully accepts the findings and recommendations regarding a one-time oversight.” But, those actions “erode trust and undermine the democratic process,” a state senator said.
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Census estimates show suburbs rebounding from previous population declinesMay 18, 2025 9:00 pm - After years of steady population declines, the U.S. Census Bureau’s latest estimates show most suburbs regaining residents.
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Photo Gallery: Graduation ceremonies are in full swingMay 18, 2025 8:28 pm -
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The Class of 2025 is marching into the futureMay 18, 2025 7:43 pm - Caps and gowns. Pomp and circumstance. Proud parents, seniors speeches and delivered diplomas. The telltale signs of graduation season have arrived in the suburbs.