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Skokie resident to perform at free concert April 14Apr 08, 2024 2:01 pm - Skokie resident Francisco Lopez Malespin will be bringing his musical talents to the stage in a free concert for local residents!
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As international travel grows, so does U.S. Customs technology. A look at how it’s used at airportsApr 04, 2024 2:51 pm - The Belgian family of four was on their fourth trip to the United States. They had been dreading the long line at passport control when they entered the country but had h...
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Future forests rely on stewardship, knowledge of private landownersApr 02, 2024 10:53 pm - FREEPORT, Ill. — A forest is many things. Trees provide food and shelter for wildlife. Their leaves clean the air, and their roots filter water, slow floods, and prevent...
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Things to do April 5-11: The Righteous Brothers, Celtic Woman, Grand Funk Railroad and moreApr 02, 2024 6:36 pm - Mark your calendars for performances by The Righteous Brothers, Celtic Woman and Grand Funk Railroad; the Festival of Arts and Crafts in Waukegan; the Greek Heritage Parade in Chicago; and more happening this week.
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Smashing Pumpkins to headline Illinois State FairApr 01, 2024 12:59 pm - Iconic Chicago rockers, The Smashing Pumpkins, will headline at the Illinois State Fair in August, officials announced Monday. The Grammy-winning band is scheduled to per...
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Chicago Bears launch advisory board to elevate female fan experience and strengthen community impactMar 29, 2024 12:17 pm - This month, the Chicago Bears proudly announce the formation of a Women’s Advisory Board. This dynamic group of accomplished and inspirational leaders will enhance the or...
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Oh so Sweet: Shannon, Illinois hold off Iowa State to advance to Elite EightMar 28, 2024 11:58 pm - Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 29 points and Illinois reached the Elite Eight for the first time since 2005, beating Iowa State 72-69 in an East Region semifinal on Thursday night.
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Suspect charged with murder, attempted murder in deadly Rockford rampageMar 28, 2024 12:05 pm - A 22-year-old man has been charged with four counts of first-degree murder in a frenzied stabbing and beating rampage that left four people dead in a matter of minutes in...
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4 killed, 7 wounded in stabbing attack in Rockford; suspect is in custodyMar 27, 2024 5:17 pm - ROCKFORD, Ill. — Four people were killed and seven were hurt when a man went on a stabbing rampage Wednesday across multiple locations in a northern Illinois community, a...
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Survey: Illinois teacher shortage persistsMar 26, 2024 7:57 pm - SPRINGFIELD — Illinois continues to suffer from a shortage of teachers and other education professionals, although recent efforts by the state to ease the strain have mad...