Articles filed under Counties
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Why the loon's iconic call says so muchFeb 17, 2020 5:00 am - "That's it!" I exclaimed, tossing the remote control on the couch. "One more misplaced loon and I'm going to ..." - well, write an article. The straw that broke the cam...
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Firearms, floods and lobbyists top issues in county board primaryFeb 17, 2020 4:30 am - Gun reform, flooding and the use of lobbyists are among the top issues being raised by Democrats seeking their party's nomination for a District 4 seat on the DuPage Cou...
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Wisconsin man critically injured in Lake County crashFeb 17, 2020 12:00 am - A Kenosha, Wisconsin, man suffered critical injuries Monday when the van he was driving struck a tree and utility pole in Waukegan Township, Lake County sheriff's police...
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DuPage panel to address reality of child sex traffickingFeb 17, 2020 12:00 am - Parents and educators are the target market for a panel discussion and documentary screening set for Thursday about the shadowy but real issue of child sex trafficking. ...
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Lake County deputy injured while breaking up fight in Beach ParkFeb 17, 2020 12:00 am - A Lake County sheriff's deputy was injured while trying to break up a fight earlier this month outside a Beach Park bar, the department announced Monday. Lasonte M. Ruth...
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Candidate: Circuit court clerk should be appointed, not electedFeb 17, 2020 12:00 am - A Democratic candidate for Cook County circuit court clerk believes the job should be an appointed post, rather than elected. Jacob Meister, a Chicago attorney who also ...
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Kane County authorities plan 'No Refusal' DUI patrol around St. Patrick's Day, with one changeFeb 17, 2020 12:00 am - Kane County prosecutors will work with local law enforcement the night of March 14 and early March 15 for the next "No Refusal" DUI patrol, and the first with the new po...
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Elgin officers, employees honored for outstanding workFeb 16, 2020 10:00 pm - Sworn officers and civilian employees of the Elgin Police Department were recognized for their outstanding performances during a recent annual awards ceremony. • Dispat...
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McHenry County Historical Society hosts local 'roadshow' Feb. 29Feb 16, 2020 10:00 pm - Ever wonder how much grandma's old broach is worth? What about that heirloom oil painting or vase? The McHenry County Historical Society & Museum will host its eighth an...
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Level by level, Strawflower renovation brings changes to downtown GenevaFeb 16, 2020 6:20 am - The "renovation sale" and "for sale" signs in the display windows at Strawflower Shop & Rug Merchant may confuse passersby. Still, they represent precisely what owners M...