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New beer garden, other ballpark upgrades in works for Schaumburg Boomers’ 2025 seasonJan 16, 2025 3:29 pm - A new beer garden along the first-base line leads several upgrades being made to Wintrust Field in Schaumburg before the Schaumburg Boomers’ 2025 season begins May 8 at the village-owned stadium.
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What happens if TikTok is banned? Your guide to a possible shut down.
Jan 16, 2025 2:09 pm - TikTok users, you’re going to be in limbo for now. TikTok, which is on the precipice of a nationwide ban in the United States as soon as Sunday, could avert a shutdown. I...
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Illinoisans may be able to file federal taxes for free
Jan 16, 2025 1:33 pm - Many Illinois residents will be able to use the IRS Direct File service to electronically prepare and file their 2024 federal tax returns for free. Almost 2 million eligible Illinois taxpayers will be able to use Direct File starting Jan. 27.
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New St. Charles Chamber director to focus on increasing membership, improving events
Jan 16, 2025 1:28 pm - St. Charles Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Rebecca Greenlee has big plans for the organization’s future. “Who doesn’t love St. Charles? It’s one of the most beautiful towns I’ve ever been in,” Greenlee said. “It’s just a beautiful place to work.”
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Plan to open first marijuana dispensary in Batavia nears approvalJan 16, 2025 12:57 pm - A marijuana dispensary is close to getting approval to open shop in a former Arby’s restaurant in Batavia.
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Massive cryogenic device will help Fermilab explore mysteries of the universe
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Options for financing a home sale to a friendJan 16, 2025 12:39 am - A friend wants to buy a home you own, and wants you to offer seller financing. How does the seller sort out the best financing options?
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How to avoid fallout from winter water freezesJan 15, 2025 11:25 pm - Association unit owners may be very familiar with the mess that ensues when a water leak happens. The key is getting owners to use best practices before a deep freeze sets in.
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Palatine approves plan for liquor store, over objections of competitorJan 15, 2025 9:19 pm - Plans for a new liquor and tobacco store won approval this week from the Palatine village council, despite a potential competitor’s claims it could attract crime to the area.
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Arlington Heights, Rolling Meadows clash before state Supreme Court over sales tax from Cooper’s HawkJan 15, 2025 7:52 pm - Attorneys argued before the Illinois Supreme Court Wednesday over whether Rolling Meadows should pay Arlington Heights more than $1 million in misallocated sales taxes from Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, which straddles the towns' borders.