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Senator tries last-ditch push to boost horse racing industry in IllinoisMay 29, 2025 5:33 pm - City officials from Decatur and Illinois horse racing advocates joined an effort this week by Sen. Patrick Joyce, an Essex Democrat, to push lawmakers to approve legislation intended to revive a long-stalled south suburban “racino” and open a path for a new racetrack and gaming facility in Decatur.
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After some dissent, Villa Park makes police chief its new managerMay 29, 2025 3:49 pm - Villa Park has made its police chief its new manager, but not every board member agreed with the idea.
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The Hill BMX Track in Elgin to open public riding hoursMay 29, 2025 3:34 pm - The Elgin City Council gave preliminary approval to a plan that would provide public riding hours on Thursday evenings and during the day on Sundays at The Hill BMX Track located inside the Elgin Sports Complex.
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Elgin man faces child pornography chargesMay 29, 2025 1:45 pm - An Elgin man is free on pretrial release on charges he possessed and disseminated child sexual abuse materials.
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Fermilab closing Batavia entrance for constructionMay 29, 2025 1:00 pm - The Batavia-side public entrance to Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory is being closed for several weeks to accommodate the construction of a Welcome and Access Center.
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Streamwood police hunting for suspect wanted in siblings’ stabbing deathsMay 29, 2025 12:31 pm - Streamwood police are searching for a 25-year-old man wanted in connection with the stabbing deaths of a 21-year-old woman and 10-year-old girl Wednesday night.
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‘A fun spot’: Auto racing simulator studio opens in South BarringtonMay 29, 2025 11:12 am - A nightspot offering immersive auto racing simulators has opened at the Arboretum of South Barrington shopping center.
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Three hurt in two-vehicle crash on Interstate 94 near GurneeMay 29, 2025 6:21 am - Three people were hurt in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on Interstate 94 near Gurnee.
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Elmhurst Farmers Market moving to a new locationMay 28, 2025 11:27 pm - Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church recently announced that it will be the new home of the Elmhurst Farmers Market, beginning Wednesday, June 4. The market will be 7 a.m....
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A blooming delight: Discover nature’s artistry in Lisle’s Garden GaitMay 28, 2025 9:57 pm - Lisle’s Garden Gait walk highlights private yards with hydrangeas, wildlife habitats, hand-carved sculptures, renovated landscapes, and a stunning 5,000 gallon koi pond with bridge and waterfall.