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Batavia Plain Dirt Gardeners learn about native plants in Michigan’s U.P.Jan 12, 2026 7:04 pm - On Jan. 20, naturalist Pam Otto will give a virtual presentation on the native plants found in the wooded wonderland of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where she owns 40 acres of land.
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Hanson made his mark on youth athletic programs in PalatineJan 12, 2026 5:53 pm - Dennis Hanson spent nearly two decades shaping youth athletics and recreation programs in Palatine.Hanson, who died Thursday at 83, served on the Palatine Park District board from 1983 to 2001, including four terms as board president.
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Rosemont raising ticket fees on shows at arena, theaterJan 12, 2026 4:48 pm - Rosemont village board members Monday agreed to increase the fee tacked onto event tickets at the Allstate Arena and Rosemont Theatre from $2 to $3.
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Carol Stream man accused in $900,000 federal fraud schemeJan 12, 2026 4:47 pm - A 42-year-old Carol Stream man is facing federal fraud charges after being accused of stealing from his employer and bilking others of a combined $900,000.
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Mount Prospect hosting Coffee with the Cops eventsJan 12, 2026 4:25 pm - Mount Prospect police will host a “Coffee with the Cops” event from 10-11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 19, at the Dunkin at 1798 S. Elmhurst Road.
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Man faces gun charge in NapervilleJan 12, 2026 4:25 pm - A Plainfield man is facing gun charges after Naperville police made a traffic stop Saturday night.
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Batavia man faces child porn chargesJan 12, 2026 4:24 pm - A Batavia man has been accused of committing child sex abuse material crimes.
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Retired Barrington High School teacher takes a spin at ‘Wheel of Fortune’Jan 12, 2026 3:44 pm - Retired Barrington High School teacher Rob Baker is set to appear on "Wheel of Fortune" Tuesday, the culmination of a three-month journey from online application to a Culver City, California, sound stage.
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Additional charges for 3 recent high school grads accused of sexually assaulting classmate at partyJan 12, 2026 3:32 pm - Three recent high school graduates accused of sexually assaulting a classmate at a party in Roselle are facing additional charges.
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Lake County farm aims to provide fresh, chemical-free produce to restaurants and homesJan 12, 2026 2:50 pm - Mother-son duo Diana and Nic Geudtner own and operate Living Roots Farm in Fox Lake that provides fresh produce to residents and restaurants in the region, and will be opening their storefront in February.