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Three women injured in Christmas night shooting in AuroraDec 26, 2025 2:49 pm - Aurora police are investigating a shooting that left three women with non-life-threatening injuries on Christmas night.
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Catlow Theater fundraiser will ring in new year as restoration progresses toward reopening in 2027Dec 26, 2025 2:16 pm - The Catlow 1927 Foundation will celebrate the new year while raising funds for the restoration of the historic Barrington movie theater.
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Palatine man charged after police response to domestic call on Christmas EveDec 26, 2025 2:12 pm - A 28-year-old Palatine man is charged with multiple felonies following police officers’ response to a reported domestic-related incident on Christmas Eve.
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Cary Park District spreads holiday cheer to seniors: ‘Reminder community has not forgotten them’Dec 26, 2025 2:01 pm - During the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown, the Cary Park District helped seniors stay connected to the community with holiday gift bags. Five years later, the gesture has turned into a staple program that has grown each year. This year’s Holiday Party in a Bag was the biggest yet.
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Carpentersville police chief retiresDec 26, 2025 1:39 pm - Carpentersville Police Chief Todd Shaver has retired. Shaver had been chief since March 2023.
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3 people hospitalized after crash in Pingree GroveDec 26, 2025 1:25 pm - Three people were hospitalized following a three-vehicle crash near Pingree Grove in Kane County on Tuesday.
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Candidate forum for 8th Congressional District Democratic primary set for Jan. 15Dec 26, 2025 11:42 am - A live forum for the eight candidates in the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 8th Congressional District seat currently held by Raja Krishnamoorthi of Schaumburg has been scheduled for Jan. 15 in Schaumburg.
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No injuries, but residents displaced in Aurora fire on Christmas DayDec 26, 2025 11:24 am - No one was injured, but residents were displaced following a Christmas Day fire in Aurora.
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Dealing with unwanted gifts takes a little creativity — and a lot of tactDec 26, 2025 8:26 am - Whether it’s a Big Mouth Billy Bass, a cherub tchotchke or a crime scene pen holder, recipients should remember when it comes to gifts it’s the thought that counts. That said, there’s always regifting ... if you are careful!
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The ‘best birds’ of 2025: Snowy Owl, Mountain Bluebird and more arrived this yearDec 26, 2025 2:00 am - As 2025 comes to a close, “Words on Birds” columnist Jeff Reiter takes a look back at the year in birding.