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Families of children with rare, relentless Dravet syndrome live with constant uncertaintySep 07, 2025 8:14 pm - Two suburban families share what it means to live with Dravet syndrome, being on constant watch, never knowing when the next call to 911 might come. The disorder is rare, affecting about 1 in every 15,700 children born in the United States.
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Antioch mayor mulling GOP run for governorSep 07, 2025 5:41 pm - Antioch Mayor Scott Gartner announced Sunday he is considering running for Illinois governor as a Republican in 2026, adding that he expects a final decision by the end of the month.
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Palatine celebrates its diversity at first Festival of CulturesSep 07, 2025 4:08 pm - Palatine celebrated its diverse community through music, dance food Sunday at the town’s inaugural Festival of Cultures.
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Elgin man killed in crash near RomeovilleSep 07, 2025 1:37 pm - An Elgin man died after a crash early Sunday morning on Interstate 55 near Romeoville, authorities said.
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Police: Child found gun dropped on elementary school playgroundSep 07, 2025 11:26 am - A man was cited for possessing a firearm in a school zone after police said a child found a gun he dropped on a Crystal Lake school playground.
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St. Francis grad Kelsay focuses on ‘family’ as first-year head coach at Michigan StateSep 07, 2025 10:00 am - St. Francis High School graduate Kristen Kelsay is 4-0 in her first season as head women’s volleyball coach at Michigan State University.
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Geneva group’s plan to host Jan. 6 organizer draws pickets, protestsSep 07, 2025 8:41 am - A Geneva group’s plan to host the Stewart Rhodes, founder of the far-right Oath Keepers and a convicted Jan. 6 organizer, has stirred a hornet’s nest of protest on social media, a petition of more than 1,000 signatures and pickets in front of a local country club.
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Precision and strategy: Boccia athletes set to shine in Chicagoland Regional TournamentSep 06, 2025 10:44 pm - When boccia athletes take the court, silence hangs in the air. A ball is released, rolling with careful calculation, every inch of distance measured in the player’s min...
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Prairie Center hosts long-running Carpenters tribute show ‘Close to You’Sep 06, 2025 10:18 pm - "Close To You: The Music of the Carpenters" is a heartfelt tribute to the legendary pop duo, featuring Lisa Rock and her acclaimed band.
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Police dog finds suspect in Antioch-area DUI crashSep 06, 2025 5:27 pm - A man from an unincorporated area near Antioch was charged with driving intoxicated and fleeing from a crash Friday night, leaving his 21-year-old passenger behind, authorities said.