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Palatine man charged in hit-and-run crash that killed Carpentersville manJul 06, 2026 2:54 pm - A 29-year-old Palatine man is facing felony charges in connection with a hit-and-run crash last month that killed a Carpentersville man who was on the shoulder changing a tire.
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Flooding closes North Aurora Village HallJul 06, 2026 2:14 pm - North Aurora’s village hall is closed due to flooding.
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Give a Sip Fundraiser to Support University of Illinois Extension Programs in Lake and McHenry CountiesJul 06, 2026 1:11 pm - The Lake County Extension Foundation will host its first “Give a Sip” Garden Social Fundraiser on Friday, Aug. 28, at The Country Bumpkin Garden Center in Mundelein.
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Lurie seeks state’s OK to build children’s hospital in Downers GroveJul 06, 2026 1:03 pm - Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital has taken the next step to build a hospital in Downers Grove, by filed its request for permission from state authorities.
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Three men charged after Lake County sheriff’s deputies stop burglary in progressJul 06, 2026 12:48 pm - Three men face charges in connection with the attempted burglary of heavy equipment Sunday night from property in unincorporated Libertyville.
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Finding peace in the preserves: Inside the Lake County Hikers communityJul 06, 2026 12:38 pm - For members of the Lake County Hikers Facebook group, hitting the trails means an intentional blend of quiet decompression, community and exploring local wilderness.
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Wigglers, crawlers and swimmers: The surprisingly complex lives of worms and leechesJul 06, 2026 12:09 pm - Naturalist Mark Spreyer takes a look at the remarkable biology and regenerative powers of worms and leeches.
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CLC’s SkillsUSA wins two medals at national competitionJul 06, 2026 11:53 am - Some of the brightest minds in the nation competed for College of Lake County during the 2026 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta, bringing home two bronze medals.
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Lords Park Summer Concert Series features the Outset Trio on July 13Jul 06, 2026 11:27 am - The Lords Park Summer Concert Series continues July 13 with the Outset Trio performing composer Mark O'Connor's music that blends bluegrass, country, jazz, and classical. The trio of violin, viola, and double bass met at the Civic Orchestra of Chicago and were inspired by their mentor Yo-Yo Ma.
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Improv Playhouse selected as host site for Disney’s Camp Rock ACA promotionJul 06, 2026 11:22 am - Improv Playhouse has announced its participation in Disney’s nationwide Camp Rock promotional campaign, an initiative launched through the American Camp Association in collaboration with The Walt Disney Company.