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Authorities: Man attacked person sitting in vehicleSep 30, 2026 11:29 am - An 18-year-old man was arrested Saturday morning after an apparent unprovoked attack on a man who was sitting in his vehicle in Aurora.
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Volunteers work to help those in need during Hunger Action Day at Northern Illinois Food Bank in GenevaSep 30, 2026 9:49 am - Like a lot of people, Joe Holloway of St. Charles was looking for something to do following retirement and found it in nearby Geneva at the Northern Illinois Food Bank. Tuesday morning was a time for taking part in the effort to combat food insecurity as 200 volunteers pitched in during Hunger Action Day at the food bank.
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Scare tactics: Suburban haunts deliver Halloween thrillsSep 30, 2026 7:45 am - It’s scary season. Check out our list of suburban haunted houses where Halloween revelers can celebrate.
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Best Bets: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns and Bad Momz of ComedySep 29, 2026 9:36 pm - Best bets for fall: Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns returns to the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Bad Momz of Comedy laugh it up in Wheaton, Red Clay Dance brings “Freedom Square” to Evanston, and spooky silent films come to the Pickwick in Park Ridge.
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Chamber Music on the Fox opens season with ‘Golden Hour’ concert Oct. 4-5Sep 29, 2026 9:02 pm - On Oct. 4-5, Chamber Music on the Fox opens its season with "Golden Hour: An Autumnal Music Experience" featuring classical masterpieces by Beethoven, Mozart, and Brahms, alongside contemporary works, at venues in Aurora and West Dundee.
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Union Church of Hinsdale hosts large fall resale event Oct. 2-3Sep 29, 2026 8:09 pm - Union Church of Hinsdale hosts its largest resale event on Oct. 2-3, featuring clothing for all ages, including a French Room with high-end women's items and extensive children's clothing selections.
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How John W. ‘Bet-a-Million’ Gates’ hidden art treasures shaped St. CharlesSep 29, 2026 8:00 pm - Author Archie Bentz Jr. has written “Rediscovering the Art Collection of John W. Gates,” a supplement to his 2025 book about the steel and oil tycoon, documenting how Gates’ extensive art collection has been displayed throughout St. Charles for over a century.
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‘Frida Kahlo — A Woman Who Dared’ concert blends music and visual art in WilmetteSep 29, 2026 7:40 pm - Chicago singer-songwriter Linda Marie Smith presents "Frida Kahlo -- A Woman Who Dared" at First Congregational Church of Wilmette on Oct. 4 , featuring original songs, storytelling, and projected imagery exploring the artist's life.
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80 years of oompah: Family’s brass band brings lively tunes to Naperville OktoberfestSep 29, 2026 7:38 pm - “We have the traditional German Oktoberfest feel with a modern twist,” says Naper Settlement spokesperson Denise Wilt. In addition to oompah music, the Naperville museum’s Oktoberfest Oct. 2-3 features a variety of German beer and cuisine, children’s activities and the popular stein-holding contest. “We’re looking forward to a great event.”
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Suburban water agencies talking with Chicago, but moving forward with $6B plan to sidestep citySep 29, 2026 6:46 pm - The DuPage Water Commission will meet with Chicago representatives Wednesday amid ongoing plans for it to team with its northwest suburban counterparts and bypass the city for access to Lake Michigan water.