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A state’s experience with grocery chain mergers spurs a fight to stop Albertsons’ deal with Kroger
Sep 16, 2024 3:33 pm - Lawyers for Washington state will have past grocery chain mergers – and their negative consequences – in mind when they go to court to block a proposed merger between Alb...
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Pair charged with robbing Fox Lake couple of casino winningsSep 16, 2024 2:56 pm - Authorities have arrested one man and are searching for another in connection with the armed robbery of a Fox Lake couple who police say were followed home from a casino after winning big.
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Open house at Des Plaines fire station SaturdaySep 16, 2024 1:54 pm - The Des Plaines Fire Department will hold an open house Saturday. The free event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station No. 63, 130 E. Thacker St. Attendees can check...
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Fundraiser for USO in Libertyville ThursdaySep 16, 2024 1:54 pm - “Finn’s After Dark,” a fundraiser to benefit United Service Organizations (USO), will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. Thursday at the back lot of Mickey Finns Brewery, 345 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville.
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DuPage County offers assistance with gas, electric billsSep 16, 2024 1:45 pm - As cold weather approaches, DuPage County is offering energy assistance funds to help income-eligible households with their natural gas, propane and electric bills, as we...
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Huntley chosen for stop on new Chicago-to-Rockford train line. But where will the station go?
Sep 16, 2024 1:24 pm - A Metra stop could be coming to downtown Huntley, but officials are concerned about parking and costs.
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A secretive group recruited far-right candidates in key US House races. It could help Democrats
Sep 16, 2024 11:26 am - DES MOINES, Iowa — Joe Wiederien was an unlikely candidate to challenge a Republican congressman in one of the nation’s most competitive House districts. A fervent suppor...
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Look: The Week in Pictures photo gallerySep 16, 2024 11:21 am -
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Entertainment, activities draw families to Des Plaines Fall FestSep 16, 2024 8:53 am - Carnival rides, a petting zoo, live music and local foods are among the offerings at Des Plaines Fall Fest, held annually at Lake Park.
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Wheeling Township mental health assessment highlights need for more servicesSep 15, 2024 5:25 pm - A newly released assessment of Wheeling Township’s mental health needs recognizes the township’s support for mental health, but also finds gaps in key areas.