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North Shore Catholic schools offer new testing and admissions flexibility to 8th grade girlsNov 21, 2025 5:09 pm - An innovative collaboration among three Catholic high schools on Chicago’s North Shore is reshaping the testing and admissions experience for incoming freshman girls and their families.
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‘Deep roots here in St. Charles’: 3 longtime businesses receive ‘Made in St. Charles’ awardsNov 21, 2025 5:04 pm - Glass awards were handed out to the owners of three St. Charles businesses as part of the “Made in St. Charles” ceremony Nov. 17.
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Improv Playhouse celebrates 25 years with Live Radio Play of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’Nov 21, 2025 4:50 pm - The Improv Playhouse Theatre, celebrating its 25th anniversary, is opening the doors to its new performance home with a return to one of its most beloved traditions: “Frank Capra’s “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.”
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Aurora man pleads guilty to involuntary servitude of womenNov 21, 2025 4:39 pm - An Aurora man pleaded guilty Wednesday to six counts of involuntary servitude, in exchange for a 13-year prison sentence.
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‘Light up Wheaton’ holiday decorating contest returnsNov 21, 2025 4:34 pm - Residents, businesses, houses of worship and community organizations are all invited to participate in “Light Up Wheaton,” a holiday decorating contest hosted by the city and the park district.
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Operation North Pole returns to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Dec. 20Nov 21, 2025 4:26 pm - The village of Rosemont welcomes the return of Operation North Pole to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center on Saturday, Dec. 20.
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GLMV Chamber, Lake County Workforce Development/Job Center of Lake County collaborate to strengthen local businessNov 21, 2025 4:14 pm - Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, and Vernon Hills Chamber of Commerce is partnering with Lake County Workforce Development/Job Center of Lake County to connect businesses with workforce resources, training and support.
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New boutique hotel could be coming to downtown ElginNov 21, 2025 4:11 pm - A new boutique hotel could soon be checking in to downtown Elgin. The Elgin City Council agreed Wednesday to assist developers by providing $1.2 million in TIF funding for the project.
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Richardson Christmas Tree Farm opens Nov. 28Nov 21, 2025 4:04 pm - The Richardson Christmas Tree Farm at 9407 Richardson Road, Spring Grove, will be open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily Nov. 28 through Sunday, Dec. 21.
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Divine ‘Sister Act’ sets the rafters ringing at Drury LaneNov 21, 2025 3:52 pm - Get thee to a nunnery: “Sister Act” is a joyful holiday romp that digs into faith, romance and the power of soul.