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Top Chicagoland chefs face off at Culinary Fight Club’s Bougie Burger Battle in Long GroveJun 15, 2026 11:25 am - Culinary Fight Club returns to Long Grove for its Season XI competition, The Bougie Burger Battle, where some of Chicagoland’s most talented chefs, pitmasters, culinary instructors, and private chefs will compete to create the ultimate gourmet burger.
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Wheaton Municipal Band welcomes Bobby Francis to the podium June 18Jun 15, 2026 11:10 am - The Wheaton Municipal Band’s June 18 concert features guest conductor Bobby Francis. The program includes energetic pieces like Dennis Llinas’ “O La Chancla” featuring Cuban merengue rhythms, and Viet Cuong’s “Second Nature” which showcases the saxophone section's technical skills.
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Tornado touched down in Naperville, lifted in Lisle, weather service confirmsJun 15, 2026 10:47 am - A weak tornado touched down in Naperville and crossed into Lisle last Thursday night, the National Weather Service said.
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New townhouse development breaks ground in Carol StreamJun 15, 2026 9:53 am - The Reserve by Winfield developer Pebble Nest recently broke ground on its 32-unit townhouse project in Carol Stream.
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Piccolo Buco brings century-old pizza experience to SchaumburgJun 15, 2026 9:42 am - Piccolo Buco, a century-old Roman pizzeria known for its unique tall crust, is set to open its fourth U.S. location on Monday, June 29, at 1340 E. Golf Road in Schaumburg.
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Libertyville emergency crews conduct search on river after empty kayak discoveredJun 15, 2026 8:20 am - The discovery of an overturned, empty kayak along the Des Plaines River in Libertyville Sunday morning set off a search by emergency workers from 20 agencies.
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Grab your rod and reel: Spend quality time with family at suburban fishing derbiesJun 15, 2026 5:00 am - With Father’s Day coming up, local fishing derbies offer a relaxed way to spend time with Dad — or other friends and family.
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Juneteenth celebration in Bloomingdale to honor freedom, culture and communityJun 15, 2026 12:09 am - State Rep. Diane Blair-Sherlock invites residents, families, and community leaders to attend a special Juneteenth Celebration commemorating freedom, resilience, and the enduring contributions of Black Americans to our communities and nation.
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Prairie Fest brings music, wrestling and fireworks to Wood DaleJun 14, 2026 11:42 pm - Wood Dale’s Prairie Fest returns June 18-21 at Community Park with four days of family entertainment including tribute bands, carnival rides, fireworks, a wrestling show, and children’s activities.
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Elgin’s New Citizen Recognition Ceremony marks 26 years of welcoming immigrantsJun 14, 2026 10:19 pm - Elgin's 26th annual New Citizen Recognition Ceremony will be held June 23 at The Centre of Elgin's Heritage Ballroom, celebrating new citizens from various countries with city officials and community members in attendance.