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It began as a message to heaven. Now it's the grand prize winner of our holiday lights contest.
Dec 21, 2022 2:37 PM - The extravagant holiday lights display that surrounds the Barr family home in Volo all started as a message to heaven about the world champion 2016 Cubs. Now it's the winner in the Daily Herald's holiday lights contest. -
Jan. 6 panel urges Trump prosecution with criminal referral
Dec 19, 2022 9:32 PM - The House Jan. 6 committee urged the Justice Department on Monday to bring criminal charges against former President Donald Trump and his allies, wrapping up its investigation of the violent 2021 Capitol insurrection with what lawmakers called a "roadmap to justice."
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Sisters confront loss, trauma and identity in Steppenwolf's 'Bald Sisters'
Dec 16, 2022 6:00 AM - Sisters deal with the loss of their mother in "Bald Sisters," Vichet Chum's domestic dramedy about Cambodian immigrants confronting trauma and identity in its world premiere at Steppenwolf Theatre.
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'Sad day for our community': Protection orders filed before Buffalo Grove family with 2 kids killed
Dec 2, 2022 12:23 PM - Authorities say a Buffalo Grove couple, their children and another family member died of "sharp force injuries" in the family home Wednesday, but they released few details about the killings or who they believe is responsible. Court records illustrate a troubled recent history for the family, including a divorce filing in July, multiple petitions seeking orders of protection and an arrest in late September -
Goodman weaves holiday magic with 'A Christmas Carol'
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Stellar singers, superb orchestra make Paramount's 'Sound of Music' an ideal alternative this holiday season
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Aurora mother thanks officers for their water rescue of son, caught on video
Nov 24, 2022 8:17 PM - An Aurora woman was able to celebrate Thanksgiving with her 9-year-old son Thursday thanks to two police officers who kept him from drowning. -
'It's a great privilege to say I know two languages': U-46 marks 50 years of bilingual education
Nov 16, 2022 6:26 AM - Elgin Area School District U-46's bilingual program is marking 50 years of helping students become bilingual and biliterate. It has evolved from just a few classes at select sites into an award-winning dual language program offered districtwide starting in prekindergarten through high school.
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Marriott's merry 'Christmas Story' a heartwarming tribute to a family's love
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Top teacher: Learning for Life instructor at Lisle High School helps students reach their potential
Nov 11, 2022 6:19 AM - Ask Jen Milinki's students what they like about her, and there's no hesitation -- she's the best. "She's a very outstanding teacher," said Zaylen Hubbard. "She makes my life good." Others echo similar sentiments, saying the Lisle High School Learning for Life program instructor connects with them, helps them learn and encourages them.
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