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Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 13th annual A Taste That Matters raises over $430,000 for hunger reliefMay 30, 2025 11:48 pm - Northern Illinois Food Bank's annual fundraiser raised over $430,000, which translates to $3.4 million worth of groceries. The event, presented by Jewel-Osco, was attended by over 600 guests and featured an extensive silent auction, open bar, and food tastings from local chefs and vendors.
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International Piano Conference returns to Lombard in JulyMay 30, 2025 11:17 pm - The Piano Conference: NCKP 2025, an international gathering of over 1,000 piano educators and music professionals, will be held in Lombard from July 23-26. It also includes a virtual component on June 7-8, with sessions available in multiple languages, extending global access and broadening participation.
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Two men arrested following Park Ridge traffic stopMay 30, 2025 9:04 pm - Two Chicago-area men were arrested Wednesday morning following a traffic stop and now face multiple charges.
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Nicor Gas opens grant applications for community groupsMay 30, 2025 7:29 pm - Nicor Gas will accept grant applications from June 1 to July 31 for nonprofits and community organizations under the pillars of community and culture and family and social services.
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Wolfden Brewing kicks off Pride Month with Bloomingdale’s ‘Crafted with Pride’ MarketMay 30, 2025 7:20 pm - Wolfden Brewing transforms its grounds into a colorful craft market on June 1, showcasing over 50 local artists and small businesses.
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Lisle Community Band to bring music and magic to summer evenings in Community ParkMay 30, 2025 7:08 pm - Enjoy free Lisle Community Band summer concerts in Lisle's Community Park, with performances of Beatles hits, Broadway favorites, marches & more starting June 19.
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DuPage to host second annual conference exploring AI’s role in educationMay 30, 2025 5:57 pm - On June 5, the DuPage Regional Office of Education is hosting its second annual Conference on Artificial Intelligence to explore how AI and emerging technologies are reshaping K-12 education.
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Neighbors oppose marijuana dispensary proposed near Bartlett day care centerMay 30, 2025 3:59 pm - Bartlett trustees Tuesday will consider a controversial proposal for a recreational marijuana dispensary in the Brewster Creek Shopping Center on Route 59 near a day care.
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Aurora bids farewell to history-making police chief after 31 years of serviceMay 30, 2025 3:08 pm - Aurora Police Chief Keith Cross is exiting the force after decades of community service. "Thank you, Aurora, for trusting me," he tells the crowd at the May 29 ceremony.
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Mount Prospect man seriously injured in Des Plaines crashMay 30, 2025 3:04 pm - A Mount Prospect man suffered serious injuries when police say he lost control of his car and crashed into a tree Friday afternoon in Des Plaines.