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Antioch businesses sustain ‘heavy’ damage after tractor-trailers catch fireFeb 24, 2025 2:59 pm - Two Antioch businesses sustained heavy damage when flames from two tractor-trailers that caught fire spread to the buildings early Monday.
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Jury chosen for Plainfield Township hate crime murder trialFeb 24, 2025 2:46 pm - Opening statements are expected to begin Tuesday for the trial of a former Plainfield Township landlord who was charged with the 2023 killing of a 6-year-old boy based on his Islamic beliefs.
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St. Charles students can apply for scholarship through IMUAFeb 24, 2025 1:52 pm - Four $2,500 scholarships are available for St. Charles high school seniors through city's utility provider which is celebrating 25 years of supporting academic success.
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Jury selection underway in trial of accused Highland Park parade shooterFeb 24, 2025 1:51 pm - Prospective jurors were questioned Monday as the trial of the accused Highland Park Independence Day parade shooter got underway.
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‘Journey Beyond Hope’ exhibition features artists seeking asylumFeb 24, 2025 1:37 pm - Come see the powerful artwork of three young asylum seekers from Viator House of Hospitality at the closing reception for “Journey Beyond Hope,” an exhibition that celebrates the resilience of refugees who have come to the United States in search of a better life.
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Livestock killed when fire guts two barns in Pingree GroveFeb 24, 2025 1:24 pm - An undetermined amount of livestock perished early Monday morning when a fire gutted two large barns and a shed near Pingree Grove.
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Batavia home left uninhabitable after early Monday morning fireFeb 24, 2025 12:17 pm - No injuries were reported in a fire that officials say was likely sparked by a faulty electrical outlet at a Batavia house early Monday.
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Batavia deciding how to spend $200K from single-use bag taxFeb 24, 2025 12:17 pm - After generating nearly $200,000 from its single-use bag tax last year, the city of Batavia is deciding how to use those funds, which are designated for green initiatives in 2025.
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Gurnee family allowed to return to home after roof caught fire late SundayFeb 24, 2025 12:10 pm - No injuries were reported from a house fire late Sunday in Gurnee.
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Gurnee to discuss creation of arts commissionFeb 24, 2025 12:03 pm - Gurnee officials will hold an informational meeting Thursday to discuss the establishment of new arts commission.