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Rotarians in Kane County embrace local need, sort 705 winter coatsNov 20, 2024 10:05 am - Thirty-four boxes containing 705 winter coats were stacked in Tassi Brautigam’s basement in Campton Hills, ready to be opened so they could be tagged, sorted and given to local schools, the Tri-City Salvation Army and Lazarus House, a homeless shelter in St. Charles.
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One hurt, one in custody after shooting in ElginNov 20, 2024 8:58 am - Elgin police said a woman sustained injuries that were not considered life-threatening after being shot Tuesday evening.
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Dining out: Chocolate beer, local breweries recognized, Cajun wine dinner and moreNov 20, 2024 8:44 am - Enjoy two great tastes that taste great together as Penrose Brewing releases a chocolate ale just in time for the holidays. Also, a couple of other local breweries were recognized in a leading craft beer publication and there are two new Italian eateries in the suburbs.
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Where you can eat, drink and be merry before, during and after ThanksgivingNov 20, 2024 8:23 am - We’ve got dining and entertainment options for Thanksgiving Eve and Black Friday, as well as a few more restaurants to consider for the big day.
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Wheaton offering anti-theft devices to Kia, Hyundai ownersNov 20, 2024 6:52 am - In response to a rise in motor vehicle thefts, the Wheaton Police Department is providing steering wheel lock devices to those who live in the city and own eligible Hyundai and Kia models being targeted by thieves.
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Elgin man faces 6th DUI chargeNov 20, 2024 6:51 am - An Elgin man with five past offenses of drunken driving was accused of driving last week in McHenry with nearly four times the legal limit of alcohol in his system.
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Second teen detained in West Chicago murdersNov 20, 2024 6:50 am - A second West Chicago teen has been ordered detained while awaiting trial on charges stemming from the murders of two men earlier this month. Ivan Ramirez, 18, of the 800...
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Hot dog! Boosters support the football team, and every teamNov 20, 2024 6:00 am - They operate behind the scenes, still they’re a big-time operation crucial to supporting high school athletic programs -- booster clubs.
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Daily Herald opinion: Yes, in my back yard: Single-family style group homes increasingly help communities meet needs for assisted housingNov 20, 2024 4:00 am - One of the biggest obstacles facing individuals with disabilities who want to live independently has been the reluctance of neighborhoods to welcome supportive housing pr...
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Home & garden calendar Nov. 24-30Nov 20, 2024 12:56 am - Fall gardening, holiday displays and more.