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‘We didn’t want to leave anyone behind’: Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans plans new housing for those who servedFeb 28, 2026 12:00 pm - Led by veterans, a Wheaton-based nonprofit organization aims to provide new permanent supportive housing in the city’s downtown for those who served, as well as their families.
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Suburban leaders: Reduction in local share of state income taxes could affect services, force tax hikesFeb 28, 2026 11:30 am - Local governments are crying foul in the wake of Gov. JB Pritzker’s proposed cut of their share of the state income tax in 2027.
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Geneva Wine Cellars closing after nearly 13 yearsFeb 28, 2026 10:10 am - Geneva Wine Cellars and Tasting Room owner Al Buchanan announced in the business’ online newsletter that it is closing after nearly 13 years.
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Chicago’s Jewish Film Festival opens March 7 with stories of hope, chutzpah and humanityFeb 27, 2026 11:05 pm - JCC Chicago's 13th annual Jewish Film Festival runs March 7-22, featuring 21 films including documentaries, dramas, and comedies with select Q and As. The festival has screened over 300 films and hosted more than 70,000 filmgoers throughout its history.
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BAMtheatre students win national theater awardsFeb 27, 2026 10:25 pm - BAMtheatre, a Chicago area youth conservatory in Westmont, has achieved a landmark 2026 competition season, earning top-tier recognition at three of the nation’s most prestigious youth theater festivals and setting a new benchmark for excellence in pre-professional training.
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Boys basketball: Lemont defense stifles Glenbard South in regional finalFeb 27, 2026 9:09 pm - Glenbard South lost to Lemont at the Class 3A Fenton boys basketball regional final.
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Wheaton League of Women Voters sponsors ‘Declaration 1776’ exhibit, opening March 4Feb 27, 2026 6:16 pm - The League of Women Voters of Wheaton is sponsoring "Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy," a traveling exhibition from the Gilder Lehrman Institute marking America's 250th anniversary.
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Lisle Heritage Society hosts renowned fiddler duo for Celtic concert March 15Feb 27, 2026 5:41 pm - For St. Patrick’s Day, the Lisle Heritage Society is hosting a Celtic concert with The Hatfield Sisters, featuring Anne and Mary Hatfield, accompanied by Gavin Coyle and...
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Donor Club of Elgin raises $14,000 for local charities at annual Book ReviewFeb 27, 2026 5:22 pm - The Donor Club of Elgin's annual Book Review last fall featured Leslie Goddard presenting "AKA Lucy," a tribute to Lucille Ball, and attracted over 200 attendees while raising $14,000 for local nonprofits.
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Palatine man charged with trying to disarm officer during arrestFeb 27, 2026 5:19 pm - A 34-year-old Palatine man is facing a felony charge after police said he tried to take an officer’s gun while being placed under arrest.