News
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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
May 05, 2025 12:27 pm - Ecker Center for Behavioral Health is marking “Strength in Community: Celebrating 70 Years of Impact” through June 30, seeking to raise $70,000 to support its growth and healing in behavioral health care, officials announced in a news release.
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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.
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$27 million fallout? Cost of tollway bid misstep piles upMay 04, 2025 4:42 pm - The tollway approved a $16.5 million change order to speed up a delayed project, following a multi-million dollar settlement paid to the improperly awarded low bidder.