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‘Buy nothing’ movement, where people give and take stuff for free online, thrives in McHenry County
Dec 13, 2023 8:15 am - Fisher Outreach Group Executive Director Jacci Richards is always on the lookout for items for people in assisted living facilities or nursing homes. In April, the chari...
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Six decades after original ‘Dog House,’ to-go Portillo’s opens in RosemontDec 12, 2023 3:02 pm - After years of stalled redevelopment on a blighted corner at Rosemont’s gateway, the monthslong construction of a new Portillo’s there seemingly went as quick as it is to...
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3 University of Chicago students make Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30’ listDec 12, 2023 2:52 pm - University of Chicago doctoral student Shawn Shan and alumni Emily Wenger and Jenna Cryan were named to the Forbes “30 Under 30” list for 2024. Forbes editors selected t...
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Lt. Gov. Stratton launches statewide initiative to advance financial health, well-being of womenDec 12, 2023 2:51 pm - Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton is launching a new initiative dedicated to advancing women’s financial wholeness: We Thrive. We Thrive is focused on fostering financial health,...
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Twisted Pin in Plainfield rolls out ‘sophisticated’ bowling, gaming experience
Dec 12, 2023 2:39 pm - An iconic American game is getting a whole new twist. Thanks to a more than yearlong “seven-figure-plus” renovation and re-branding effort, Twisted Pin, 15610 Joliet Road...
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Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital opens new Procedure CenterDec 12, 2023 2:38 pm - Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Hospital is combining inpatient and outpatient services into a new Procedure Center. The new 2,900-square-foot center, located on the ...
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Choice Hotels goes hostile in $8 billion takeover bid for Wyndham after being repeatedly rebuffed
Dec 12, 2023 12:00 am - Choice Hotels is launching a hostile takeover offer for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts after repeated attempts to reach a deal with the rival hotel chain were rebuffed. Choice...
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Advocate Health Care hospitals named among 'Best Hospitals for Maternity Care' by U.S. News & World ReportDec 12, 2023 12:00 am - Four Advocate Health Care hospitals have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its annual list of best hospitals for maternity care. The list classifies the ho...
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Downtown Crystal Lake shop heavily damaged in fire reopens for holidays, with help from friends
Dec 12, 2023 12:00 am - Out of the Box gift shop owner Nicole Garringer was aiming to have a solid year of sales after finally emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic. Then a fire in downtown Cryst...
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China's homegrown C919 aircraft arrives in Hong Kong in maiden flight outside the mainland
Dec 12, 2023 12:00 am - HONG KONG - A Chinese C919 jet arrived in Hong Kong on Tuesday in the Chinese-made plane's first foray outside of mainland China as its manufacturer prepares to take on ...