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Rolling Meadows privatizes garbage pickup after 57 years of public serviceJun 24, 2026 7:24 pm - Rolling Meadows city council members unanimously voted to privatize garbage collection after 57 years of municipal service, inking a 5-year contract with Lakeshore Recycling Services.
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Independent governor hopeful Corbett’s place on ballot affirmed after Bailey campaign pulls objectionJun 24, 2026 7:20 pm - A challenge to independent gubernatorial candidate Collin Corbett’s petitions was withdrawn Wednesday by Republican nominee Darren Bailey’s campaign.
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Local residents protest potential rezoning of Plum Farms site in Hoffman Estates for data centerJun 24, 2026 7:10 pm - Residents of communities near the 186-acre Plum Farms property in Hoffman Estates Wednesday protested its proposed rezoning for industrial uses they consider a smoke screen for a data center.
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‘An entirely new experience’: Hollywood Casino Aurora opens $360 million entertainment complexJun 24, 2026 7:08 pm - With speeches — and a lion’s dance for good luck — the new Hollywood Casino Aurora opened its doors Wednesday.
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Enjoy food, rides, music and more at Mundelein Community Days July 2-5Jun 24, 2026 5:49 pm - Mundelein Community Days brings carnival rides, fireworks, food, music, a parade and more to Mundelein's Courtland Commons Park, at the corner of Seymour and Courtland, Thursday through Sunday, July 2-5.
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Taste of the towns: Food-centric festivals satisfy hungry festgoersJun 24, 2026 3:36 pm - Of course, every festival offers tasty tidbits of some sort, but not every fest makes food the main focus. Here are upcoming festivals through Labor Day with food right in the title.
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Geneva garbage prices risingJun 24, 2026 3:10 pm - Geneva’s garbage collection prices will change on Wednesday, July 1.
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The King’s Brass bringing hymn classics to East DundeeJun 24, 2026 2:22 pm - On June 29, Tim Zimmerman and The King's Brass will perform hymn classics with contemporary flair at Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Dundee. The ensemble features three trumpets, three trombones, tuba, percussion and keyboards.
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City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago emergency nurse honored with DAISY AwardJun 24, 2026 1:49 pm - City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago, emergency department nurse Gwen McDermott, BSN, RN, has been recognized with the prestigious DAISY Award, an honor celebrating nurses who provide exceptional clinical care and compassion to patients and families.
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Culver’s team members volunteer at Northern Illinois Food Bank, pack 17,000 pounds of foodJun 24, 2026 1:28 pm - When it comes to serving their communities, local Culver’s team members are proving that their commitment extends far beyond the drive-through window.