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Industry veteran named new president and CEO of Portillo’sFeb 12, 2026 2:06 pm - Chicago-based Portillo’s has appointed restaurant industry veteran Brett Patterson as president and chief executive officer, effective Feb. 23, the company announced Thursday.
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‘We have to win’: Northwest suburban officials hope to sack Indiana’s pursuit of Bears stadiumFeb 11, 2026 9:41 pm - Politicians, business and union leaders, and other supporters rallied Wednesday night to support legislation they say would clear the way to a Bears stadium in Arlington Heights. The event was held amid increasing efforts by Indiana officials to lure the team over the state line.
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Kraft Heinz pauses plans to split into 2 companies, says its problems are 'fixable'Feb 11, 2026 10:57 am - Kraft Heinz said Wednesday it's pausing its plans to split into two companies. Steve Cahillane, a former Kellogg Co. chief who became CEO of Kraft Heinz on Jan. 1, said he wants to ensure that all of the company's resources are focused on profitable growth.
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Farmers share cover crop experiences in Illinois Extension panelFeb 10, 2026 8:30 am - University of Illinois Extension is offering a virtual panel on cover crops featuring farmers from different regions of Illinois.
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Man charged with having gun modified to fire automaticallyFeb 09, 2026 2:15 pm - A Chicago man is accused of possessing a gun that had been modified to fire fully automatically.
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Suspect in Oakbrook Terrace killing due in court TuesdayFeb 09, 2026 12:46 pm - The woman accused of shooting a man to death last week in Oakbrook Terrace is scheduled to appear Tuesday in a Wisconsin court.
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New Focus on the Future meetings to help Illinois agriculture community build, sustain farm legacyFeb 07, 2026 9:37 pm - University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Farm Bureau are partnering for a series of events to help farmers and landowners build, sustain, and share their farm's legacy.
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Illinois Extension Crop Management Conference equips agriculturalists for upcoming growing seasonFeb 07, 2026 9:10 pm - University of Illinois Extension's online-only Crop Management Conference allows attendees to plan and strategize for the upcoming farming season from the comfort of their homes.
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Gamblers placing fewer wagers in Illinois since new tax imposedFeb 07, 2026 2:00 pm - Gamblers are placing far fewer bets with Illinois sportsbooks since the state imposed a per-bet tax on online wagers last year.
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Full throttle: Chicago Auto Show cruises into McCormick PlaceFeb 06, 2026 7:12 pm - What’s hot at the auto show, plus insider tips on market trends and interest rates.