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‘A call to action’: Union of Concerned Scientists’ study urges Illinois lawmakers to address clean energy for data center boomJan 25, 2026 8:45 pm - Citing risks of increased pollution and higher electricity costs for all consumers, a science-based nonprofit is calling on Illinois lawmakers to strengthen regulations amid the ongoing data center boom.
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‘Remembrance is an act of moral courage’: Holocaust memorial sign dedicated in NorthbrookJan 25, 2026 6:15 pm - Two days before International Holocaust Remembrance Day, members of the Jewish community in Northbrook gathered to dedicate a sign committed to preserving the memory of survivors.
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Police: Buffalo Grove man, 83, charged in $2.35 million fraud schemeJan 25, 2026 11:01 am - An 83-year-old Buffalo Grove man has been arrested in connection with a Florida investigation into a multimillion fraud case whose victims included the City of Tallahassee.
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Elgin woman charged in shots fired investigationJan 25, 2026 9:38 am - A 22-year-old Elgin woman faces felony charges stemming from an investigation into shots fired last week on the city’s east side, police announced Saturday.
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Would tax break for the Bears mean tax hike for homeowners?Jan 25, 2026 7:52 am - Supporters of legislation that would give the Bears a big property tax break at Arlington Park claim that, if designed properly, surrounding residents’ taxes could go down. But critics remain skeptical.
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‘I could see it as a teaching tool’: Local experts praise new autistic Barbie DollJan 25, 2026 2:30 am - Suburban doctors and therapists are praising one of the latest Barbie creations from Mattel for providing a spotlight to an often marginalized community.
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HFCA student wins Patriot Pen essay contestJan 24, 2026 10:50 pm - Stella French, a student at Holy Family Catholic Academy, won the Patriot Pen Essay Contest sponsored by the local VFW post.Her winning essay, titled "Faith and Loyalty Toward Our Nation," explored ways Americans can demonstrate patriotism through respect, service, and civic engagement.
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Marklund hosts inaugural Run, Walk & Roll-Elgin fundraiserJan 24, 2026 10:05 pm - A new 5K/1-mile fundraiser event, Run, Walk & Roll-Elgin, is being hosted by Marklund in Elgin on April 26.The USTAF-certified course starts and ends at the Marklund Wasmond Center, winding through adjacent neighborhoods.
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King-Bruwaert House earns prestigious Arboretum accreditationJan 24, 2026 8:46 pm - King-Bruwaert House senior living community has been awarded Level 1 Accreditation by The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program through The Morton Arboretum, recognizing its high standards of professional practices important for arboreta and botanic gardens.
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Downers Grove earns distinction as a dementia-friendly communityJan 24, 2026 8:37 pm - Downers Grove has earned recognition as a Dementia Friendly Community by Dementia Friendly America, reflecting a commitment to supporting individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.