Christopher Placek
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Rivers Casino first in state to launch online sports bettingJun 18, 2020 1:00 am - Rivers Casino in Des Plaines on Thursday became the first gambling house in the state to offer legal sports betting online and with mobile devices. Illinois' most lucrat...
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Hold your horses: No Arlington contract yet that would allow track to reopenJun 18, 2020 1:00 am - They're down the homestretch, but representatives of Arlington International Racecourse and horsemen said Thursday they still don't have a signed contract that would all...
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Outdoor pools in Des Plaines opening Friday for lap swim, practicesJun 18, 2020 1:00 am - The Des Plaines Park District is getting ready to open its two outdoor neighborhood pools on Friday for adult lap swim and team practice, with the possibility of hosting...
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Amazon plans warehouse, package pickup site in Arlington HeightsJun 16, 2020 5:30 am - In April, Arlington Heights officials announced plans for an undisclosed national firm to bring its short-term warehousing, sorting and distribution operation to a vacan...
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Long-planned taxing district approved at southern gateway to Arlington HeightsJun 16, 2020 1:00 am - Leaders hope to spur redevelopment at southern gateway
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District 214 waives waives registration fees for 2020-21 school yearJun 16, 2020 1:00 am - Editor's Note: This story was updated June 18 to note fees would have accounted for an estimated $3.7 million in revenue for District 214. The state's largest high ...
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Nikko's, a longtime hangout for Hersey High School students, has closed for goodJun 15, 2020 1:00 am - A mom-and-pop greasy spoon known for its Chicago-style specialties and as a regular hangout for students from nearby John Hersey High School has served its last gyro. Ni...
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Parents call on District 214 to reopen for in-person classes this fallJun 12, 2020 1:00 am - Some parents who want their kids back in school full time this fall object to Northwest Suburban High School District 214's preliminary plans that would have students sp...
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No dice, yet, for casino reopenings in IllinoisJun 11, 2020 1:00 am - While casinos in Las Vegas reopened a week ago and Indiana prepares to welcome back gamblers Monday, it's no dice, yet, for the 10 gambling houses in Illinois. Illinois ...
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New rules would allow marijuana shops in Rosemont entertainment areasJun 10, 2020 1:00 am - Two Rosemont entertainment districts are among the locations eligible to host recreational marijuana dispensaries under new zoning rules approved Wednesday by village tr...