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The kids are alright: Lake County’s piping plover chicks nearing key milestoneJun 25, 2025 4:14 pm - While challenges lie ahead for three piping plover chicks hatched last week along Lake Michigan in Waukegan, the kids are doing alright, dedicated observers say.
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‘It’s truly a blessing’: Elgin honors 32 new U.S. citizensJun 25, 2025 3:41 pm - Thirty-two recently naturalized U.S. citizens were honored Tuesday during Elgin’s 25th new citizen recognition ceremony at the Centre of Elgin.
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Carol Stream officials tout new restaurants in annual addressJun 25, 2025 3:09 pm - The pending opening of a Jack In The Box and Chipotle were among the new developments highlighted during Carol Stream's annual State of the Village breakfast.
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Schaumburg’s Meineke Recreation Center to remain closed indefinitely after fireJun 25, 2025 1:26 pm - The Schaumburg Park District’s Meineke Recreation Center and Meineke Pool will remain closed until further notice, following Monday morning’s outdoor fire caused by a gas line being struck during a construction project.
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Missing Arlington Heights man found aliveJun 25, 2025 1:18 pm - An Arlington Heights man who went missing on Monday was found alive Wednesday morning.
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Drew Peterson back in Will County court for psychological evaluationJun 25, 2025 1:17 pm - A former Bolingbrook police sergeant convicted of killing his third wife was back in court on Wednesday for another psychological evaluation.
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Out-of-town shoppers pay more grocery taxes than St. Charles residents, finance director saysJun 25, 2025 1:03 pm - As St. Charles leaders consider whether the city will join a list of Illinois municipalities enacting a local 1% grocery tax in 2026, a recent analysis shows that a tax on groceries has more impact on out-of-town shoppers.
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Campton Hills delays 962-acre annexation hearing to July 15Jun 25, 2025 12:20 pm - Campton Hills officials canceled a public hearing scheduled for Thursday on a 962-acre annexation to allow more time to work with Geneva District 304, Village Administrator Mark Rooney said.
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Northbrook Park District board welcomes new commissioners, recognizes outgoing onesJun 25, 2025 11:28 am - The Northbrook Park District’s board recently welcomed two new commissioners while thanking two longtime members for their service.
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Sweet relief from summer heat: Leading ladies the reason to see Drury Lane’s ‘Always … Patsy Cline’Jun 25, 2025 10:15 am - Drury Lane Theatre’s revival of the country western jukebox tuner “Always ... Patsy Cline” is a timely treat thanks to fine performances by top-notch singer/actors Aja Alcazar and Bri Sudia.