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Kids Above All collecting holiday gifts for needy childrenNov 24, 2025 3:35 pm - A Chicago-area group called Kids Above All is collecting holiday gifts for kids affected by poverty, violence and other issues.
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Enter holiday decorating contest in South BarringtonNov 24, 2025 3:35 pm - South Barrington residents who get into the holiday season by decorating their homes can win a valuable prize in an inaugural decorating contest.
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Des Plaines man charged with firing gun during disputeNov 24, 2025 3:35 pm - A Des Plaines man was arrested Sunday after firing a gun during an argument, police said. No one was reported hurt.
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Photos Hotdogs serves up holiday generosity with gift card deal that gives backNov 24, 2025 3:24 pm - A Palatine restaurant is getting into the holiday spirit with a gift card promotion to benefit organizations serving people with special needs.
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Volcano trap, quicksand yard: Kids’ creative plans for getting turkey to the Thanksgiving tableNov 24, 2025 3:06 pm - When you sit down for the big dinner Thursday, you might want to listen to the diners at the kids’ table. They have interesting takes on just how to get and prepare Mr. Tom Turkey. And it requires more work and some unusual supplies.
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Lombard’s Yorktown Center offers Santa visits, pet photos and moreNov 24, 2025 1:27 pm - Yorktown Center in Lombard offers a variety of holiday events and activities, including photos with Santa and pet photos with Santa.
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Naperville man fatally shot in Arlington Heights remembered as generous, entrepreneurialNov 24, 2025 1:21 pm - A funeral will be held Tuesday for a Naperville man who was fatally shot late last week at the Arlington Heights condominium complex where he worked.
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Geneva preschool donates 300 pounds of food to Northern Illinois Food BankNov 24, 2025 11:41 am - Geneva preschoolers recently collected hundreds of pounds of food to donate to the Northern Illinois Food Bank.
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City: Police department not associated with union fundraiserNov 24, 2025 10:53 am - The Wheaton Police Department is not associated with fundraising activities for the Metropolitan Alliance of Police union, the city said in a notice Monday.
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Northwest suburbs a go-to destination for holiday shoppingNov 24, 2025 10:36 am - Looking to purchase the best gifts for the holiday season? The Northwest suburbs offer a plethora of retail options making it a popular destination for holiday shoppers.