Rick West
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McHenry Outdoor Theater celebrates 75 years of movies under the starsJul 19, 2026 8:45 pm - The McHenry Outdoor Theater, the last remaining suburban drive-in, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. It debuted as the Skyline Drive-In on July 20, 1951, with “Rogues of Sherwood Forest” starring John Derek.
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Aurora police investigating after two men were shot on city’s east side Thursday nightJul 17, 2026 2:46 pm - Aurora police are investigating after two men were shot Thursday on the city’s east side.
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Man sentenced to 11 years in prison for leaving scene of drunk driving crash after hitting man on electric scooterJul 17, 2026 12:37 pm - A West Chicago man was sentenced to 11 years in prison Thursday after fleeing the scene of a drunk driving crash with a man on an electric scooter in 2024.
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Chicken finger favorite Zaxbys announces further expansion in Chicago suburbsJul 15, 2026 3:35 pm - Zaxbys, the popular fast-casual chicken chain from Georgia, announced its second Chicago-area development deal as it looks to expand its footprint in the Midwest.
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Sweet summer treat: Fete National Ice Cream month at these 11 suburban shopsJul 15, 2026 10:29 am - You don’t need an excuse to head to your local parlor for tasty ice cream. But if you’re looking for justification, July is National Ice Cream Month. Here are 11 suburban spots to try, starting with Milk House Ice Cream in Pingree Grove.
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Aurora man charged with DUI, reckless homicide after fatal crash Saturday nightJul 14, 2026 11:03 am - An Aurora man has been charged with aggravated DUI causing death and reckless homicide following a fatal two-vehicle crash that killed a 23-year-old woman Saturday night.
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Elgin issues alert after drinking water samples exceed allowable lead levels during testJul 14, 2026 10:20 am - While Elgin officials are again alerting residents after some drinking water samples exceeded allowable lead levels during a recent test, the city says the results were better than the previous monitoring period due to changes in their water treatment process.
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Dining out: Lou Malnati’s offers a week of surprise rewards, and Everdine’s is closing in NapervilleJul 14, 2026 8:59 am - Lou Malnati’s has launched its first Lou’s Rewards Fest for loyalty club members, and Everdine’s Grilled Cheese Co. is closing its Naperville location on Friday.
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Van fire in Crystal Lake Tuesday spawns hazmat response after fuel tank rupturesJul 10, 2026 4:10 pm - No injuries were reported following a vehicle fire in Crystal Lake Tuesday that required a Haz-Mat cleanup.
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‘You have to love it’: Windy City Warbirds & Classics returns to St. CharlesJul 10, 2026 3:31 pm - Fox Valley Aero Club’s 12th annual Windy City Warbirds & Classics showcases radio-controlled military aircraft and civilian classics that have a wingspan of over 70 inches. The show continues Saturday in St. Charles.