Articles filed under Counties
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Parkinson's doesn't stop Lindenhurst veteran from serving othersMay 01, 2021 1:00 am - Depending on the day, Vietnam veteran Paul Baumunk can lose his voice by late afternoon. Or worse. A few weeks ago, his vocal chords froze and he couldn't breathe. About...
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3 iconic attractions are opening back up this weekend. What you need to know.Apr 30, 2021 5:00 am - For the many entertainment-starved seekers out there, this is your weekend. Three iconic attractions are slated to open after months of being closed by either winter or ...
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Batavia teacher named Kane County Educator of the YearApr 30, 2021 1:00 am - A special-education teacher in Batavia Unit District 101 was named Kane County Educator of the Year Friday. Susan Jones, who teaches at Alice Gustafson Elementary School...
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DuPage expects to fully vaccinate 80% of residents by July 1Apr 30, 2021 1:00 am - DuPage County officials say they plan to have 80% of eligible residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19 within two months. The county already has a head start on the a...
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Lake County's newest sheriff's deputy is a dog named DannoApr 30, 2021 1:00 am - The Lake Count sheriff's office has announced its newest recruit - a 20-month-old German shepherd named Danno. The dog's name was submitted by fifth-grader Norah Gault o...
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McHenry County turnout ranged from less than 2% to nearly 30% in April 6 electionApr 30, 2021 1:00 am - With the COVID-19 pandemic limiting gatherings, the League of Women Voters of McHenry County sought to make their candidate forums and other election events more conveni...
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Livestreamed weddings in Cook County to start MondayApr 30, 2021 1:00 am - Couples looking to tie the knot before a Cook County judge can do so starting Monday via livestreamed ceremonies, Chief Judge Timothy Evans' office announced Friday. Cer...
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Walk-in vaccinations at Lake County FairgoundsApr 30, 2021 1:00 am - Starting May 1, the Lake County Fairgrounds at 1060 E. Peterson Road in Grayslake, will offer walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations five days a week, county health officials ann...
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Drivers beware: Turtles crossing roads to nestApr 29, 2021 11:00 pm - The DuPage Forest Preserve District reminds drivers to watch for turtles on the roads as these reptiles become more active in the spring. From April through October, tur...
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Algonquin launches financial transparency dashboardApr 29, 2021 11:00 pm - In an effort to provide a more inclusive and transparent budget, the Village of Algonquin recently launched a new financial transparency dashboard. The interactive repo...