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Schaumburg to hold Community Blood Drive May 14May 07, 2026 2:51 pm - The village of Schaumburg encourages the public to participate in the next Community Blood Drive from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 14 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 1320 W. Schaumburg Road.
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Ukrainian refugee turned tech CEO Bill Kleyman to address DeVry University’s graduates in JuneMay 07, 2026 1:56 pm - Apolo CEO Bill Kleyman will deliver the keynote address at DeVry University's June 7 commencement ceremonies at Rosemont Theatre, addressing over 2,000 graduates.
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Iran creates new agency to control shipping in Strait of Hormuz while reviewing peace deal with US
May 07, 2026 1:08 pm - Iran has created a government agency to vet and tax vessels seeking passage through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, a shipping data company reported Thursday, as Tehran said it was reviewing the latest U.S. proposals for ending the war.
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Santa’s Village is set open May 16 and the parakeets are coming backMay 07, 2026 10:49 am - Santa’s Village in East Dundee will open for its 2026 season on May 16, followed by the opening of Santa Springs Water Park on May 23.
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‘The right place for us’: Deba Sushi Bar moving into vacant downtown Mount Prospect spaceMay 06, 2026 4:53 pm - A husband-and-wife team is bringing a new Japanese dining concept to downtown Mount Prospect.
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How ‘church guy’ restored 101-year-old Elgin landmark after devastating storm
May 06, 2026 4:11 pm - Jeremy Bates was on his way to Kentucky last March when he learned about a historic church in Elgin devastated by the previous night’s storms. The McHenry man who’s built a reputation for restoring storm-ravaged churches turned around that day and helped restore the the church to its former glory.
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Elgin panel endorses plan to complete subdivision on city’s west sideMay 06, 2026 3:38 pm - Elgin’s Planning and Zoning Commission has approved plans for the final phase of the Ponds of Stony Creek, setting the stage for another 140 single-family homes to be built on the city’s far west side.
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Five candidates for 3 open seats means condo board must hold electionMay 06, 2026 3:34 pm - Our association has always had three candidates for the three open seats on the board every year. This year, we have five candidates for the three positions.
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Shipping firms are being whipsawed by changing stances and risks as they wait for Hormuz to reopen
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Batavia Boardwalk Shops return for opening weekend on May 8May 06, 2026 11:26 am - On Friday, May 8, the seventh season of the Batavia Boardwalk Shops officially begins. Every year, 10 small businesses come together to create one vibrant, walkable destination in the heart of downtown Batavia.