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Chili chefs put their best dish forward at Palatine cook-offFeb 22, 2026 5:49 pm - Chefs from seven Palatine restaurants gathered Sunday to determine whose chili is tops, but the real winners may have been the judges.
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Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challengeFeb 22, 2026 3:55 pm - Illinois residents can face long delays in clearing their marijuana-related records even after judges approve expungement and sealing orders. Although law enforcement agencies have 60 days to comply with court orders, records can still appear in background checks until the state police update their database and issue a confirmation letter.
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One killed in early morning RV fire in Des PlainesFeb 22, 2026 11:33 am - One person was found dead following a recreational vehicle fire in Des Plaines Sunday morning, authorities said.
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Cary’s ‘Alfresco Alley’ seasonal outdoor space could get a glow-upFeb 22, 2026 8:36 am - Cary is looking to spruce up a downtown street that has pedestrian-only access during warmer months.
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Photos: Boys wrestling state championshipsFeb 22, 2026 12:43 am -
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Glenview Community Church hosts 12th annual Concert for Peace March 1Feb 22, 2026 12:00 am - Glenview Community Church’s Simple Gifts Concert Series is hosting a concert exploring the theme of peace on Sunday, March 1.
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Fox River Grove eliminates fees for basic building permitsFeb 21, 2026 11:19 pm - Home improvements in Fox River Grove are about to be more affordable. The village board approved an ordinance this week that eliminates all permit fees for "basic" building projects — defined as those requiring two or fewer inspections.
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Prairie Ridge wins girls state gymnastics meetFeb 21, 2026 7:43 pm - Prairie Ridge won the girls state gymnastics meet, while Carmel finished second and Downers Grove South came in third at Palatine High School on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026. ...
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Vernon library hosts Chinese cultural event for Year of the Fire HorseFeb 21, 2026 4:58 pm - Chinese dance performances celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse kept families entertained Saturday at the Vernon Area Public Library in Lincolnshire.
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Des Plaines-area man accused of having child sex abuse materialsFeb 21, 2026 4:49 pm - A 24-year-old Des Plaines-area man has been charged with possession of child sexual abuse materials.