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• The Rundown: Unicorn Dog, Church Fire, Daylight Saving Time

  14-11-2019 15:49 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  The top headlines you need to know as you start your day on Nov. 14, 2019. 
  
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• Chicago Weather Forecast: Overcast and Cold Start

  14-11-2019 15:33 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  NBC Storm Team 5 meteorologist Alicia Roman has your latest forecast update.
  
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• Counting down to Arlington Heights rec center reopening

  14-11-2019 12:38 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Arlington Heights residents looking to escape from the early onset of winter are less than two months away from swimming a few laps and shooting some hoops inside the park district's refurbished recreation center.
  
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• Suburban Man Killed in Florida Hit-and-Run

  14-11-2019 05:35 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  A Chicago-area family is dealing with heartbreaking loss after a Lockport man was killed in a hit-and-run in Tampa. NBC 5's Dick Johnson has the story.  
  
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• Schaumburg panel recommends rules for recreational marijuana sales

  14-11-2019 05:03 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Schaumburg, the second largest hub of economic activity in Illinois, is zeroing in on how it will handle the new industry of recreational marijuana sales beginning Jan. 1.
  
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• Scouting Class 6A quarterfinal between Cary-Grove and Prairie Ridge

  14-11-2019 04:29 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Scouting Class 6A quarterfinal between Cary-Grove and Prairie Ridge
  
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• Scouting Batavia vs. Nazareth Class 7A quarterfinal

  14-11-2019 04:25 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Preview of Class 7A quarterfinal between Batavia and Nazareth
  
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• Operating rooms, outpatient services upgraded at Delnor Hospital

  14-11-2019 04:10 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  From the layout to the building materials to the technology installed in each operating room, the devil was in the details when it came time to design a $39.6 million renovation and expansion at Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital.
  
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• Family in Shock After 32-Year-Old Nurse Killed in Little Village

  14-11-2019 04:09 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  A family is in shock after a 32-year-old man who had just landed his dream job was shot and killed in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood on Tuesday night.
  
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• Nokia Naperville demo uses 'Fortnite' to show off 5G capabilities

  14-11-2019 04:08 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  The high-speed, low-delay communications of 5G are here, and a Nokia demonstration proved the company has the technology to set up a 5G system from end to end.
  
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• Aurora and its first responders honored during Reflejos 'Reflecting Excellence' event

  14-11-2019 03:30 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Reflejos honored individuals and organizations including first responders, educators, activists, community colleges and libraries for their efforts to promite inclusion and diversity.
  
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• Blackhawks vs. Golden Knights: Game Preview

  14-11-2019 03:27 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  The Chicago Blackhawks enter Wednesday night’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights trying to do something they’ve never done: beat the NHL’s newest team.Photo Credit: Getty Images
  
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• Pedestrian Hurt After Being Hit by CPD Squad Car

  14-11-2019 03:03 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  A 34-year-old woman has been hospitalized after she was hit by a Chicago police car on Wednesday evening.
  
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• Debate Continues Over Chicago Casino Bill

  14-11-2019 02:50 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  Even though the state of Illinois approved a massive gambling expansion earlier this year, the city of Chicago is still waiting to see if changes to the bill will pave the way for a casino to be built.Photo Credit: Blueroomstream.com
  
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• Cops Get Ready For Legal Cannabis in Illinois

  14-11-2019 02:37 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  What's illegal this New Year's Eve will be legal New Year's Day in Illinois, and police are getting ready.
  
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• Crystal Lake Salvation Army receives first gold coin of the season

  14-11-2019 02:27 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Continuing a centuries-old Chicagoland holiday season tradition, The Salvation Army Red Kettle bell-ringing campaign kicked off earlier this month with and received its first gold coin of the season.
  
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• No ice rink in Elgin's Civic Center Plaza this year, officials say

  14-11-2019 02:08 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  After uncertainty last month, city officials confirmed there will be no ice rink this year in Elgin but clarified that it could still come back to its traditional spot at Civic Center Plaza in the future.
  
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• Scouts share kind deeds in Elgin

  14-11-2019 01:57 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Scouts from Troop No. 2341, which includes first- and second-grade students from Prairie View Grade School, bought coffee and other drinks for customers at the Larkin Avenue Dunkin in Elgin Wednesday afternoon to celebrate World Kindness Day.
  
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• Chicago Continues Cannabis Preparations Ahead of Legalization

  14-11-2019 01:22 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  The city of Chicago is making sure it's ready for marijuana to become legal on Jan. 1, and NBC 5's Phil Rogers has more on the preparations. 
  
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• Gotham Greens to Add Second Greenhouse on Chicago's South Side

  14-11-2019 01:16 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  Gotham Greens built the largest rooftop greenhouse in the world on the South Side four years ago and now they're at it again. The lettuce grower is expanding by adding a second, even bigger greenhouse and...
  
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• What do school shootings have in common? They could have been prevented, victims' parents say in Rosemont

  14-11-2019 00:47 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  There's no such thing as a typical school shooter, according to a new report from the U.S. Sercret Service, but all their shootings have one thing in common: they were preventable. Agency researchers and the fathers of three students killed in the 2018 Parkland, Florida massacre were in the suburbs Wednesday discussing ways to prevent future tragedies.
  
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• West Chicago soccer team 'brought a whole community together'

  14-11-2019 00:42 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Bringing people together, that's WeGo and Benet soccer
  
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• IT Pros Help Make Websites More Accessible to Visually Impaired Users

  14-11-2019 00:26 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  There's a growing push to make websites more accessible to people with vision impairment, and some blind IT professionals are helping to move that effort forward, as NBC 5's Anayeli Ruiz explains. 
  
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• Where Does Deval Patrick Stand on the Issues?

  14-11-2019 00:22 via Chicago
  
  Mr. Patrick, the former governor of Massachusetts is considering entering the 2020 Democratic primary. Here’s a look at his life and his record.
  
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• Common Encourages Donations to Burlington Coat Drive

  14-11-2019 00:22 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  Freezing cold temperatures are another reminder there's a big need for warm clothing for residents in our area. Chicago musician Common is using his celebrity to help the city's homeless population to get...Photo Credit: LeeAnn Trotter
  
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• Amazon 4-star opens in Oakbrook Center

  14-11-2019 00:12 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Online retail giant Amazon opened its Amazon 4-star brick-and-mortar store Wednesday at 2228 Oakbrook Center.
  
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• Former CPS Instructor Accused of Sexual Assault

  13-11-2019 23:51 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  A former Chicago Public School employee was accused of sexually assaulting two girls on Chicago’s West Side, according to authorities Wednesday.
  
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• Railroad crossing to close next week in downtown Barrington

  13-11-2019 23:16 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Barrington officials say a closure of Route 59/Hough Street at the Union Pacific Railroad tracks used by Metra trains in the village's downtown is scheduled for next week.
  
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• Libertyville voters will be asked to approve 1% sales tax

  13-11-2019 23:15 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Libertyville will ask voters to approve a non-home rule sales tax of 1%. The measure is needed to provide a reliable flow of money for local road work and other projectone
  
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• Uber Urges Riders to Help Block Mayor's Proposed Tax Hike

  13-11-2019 23:13 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  Uber is trying out a new tool when lobbying against higher rideshare taxes in Chicago – and that tool could be you.Photo Credit: Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images
  
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• District 59 offers survey on draft strategic plan

  13-11-2019 23:13 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Elk Grove Township Elementary District 59 has released a draft strategic plan and is seeking feedback from the public on it until Friday.
  
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• David Montgomery Limited in Bears' Practice Wednesday

  13-11-2019 23:09 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  The Chicago Bears are getting set for their showdown with the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night, but one of their most important offensive weapons was limited in Wednesday’s workout.Photo Credit: Getty Images
  
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• St. Charles North Football Player Returns Home After Injury

  13-11-2019 23:08 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  A St. Charles North High School football player who suffered a "severe brain injury" last month during a game has returned home as he awaits a second surgery, his family said.
  
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• Bears Fan's Search for Kidney Donor Goes Viral

  13-11-2019 23:00 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  An Indiana man in desperate need of a kidney transplant took his quest to Soldier Field on Sunday, and while his homemade sign didn’t make it on television, he says that a stranger’s social media post could help...
  
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• Proposed Bill Would Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

  13-11-2019 22:48 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  By an overwhelming majority, the Illinois Senate has approved a measure that would lead the state to observe Daylight Saving Time throughout the year.
  
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• Infiniti dealership wants to relocate, expand in Libertyville

  13-11-2019 22:42 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  Libertyville village officials support the concept of Gregory Infiniti to build a new dealership and standalone car wash about a block south of its current location on Milwaukee Avenue.
  
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• Blackhawks Forward Drake Caggiula in Concussion Protocol

  13-11-2019 22:21 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  The Chicago Blackhawks say that forward Drake Caggiula will miss Wednesday night’s game against the Vegas Golden Knights after being placed into the NHL’s concussion protocol.Photo Credit: NHLI via Getty Images
  
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• New Lake County rule: Good for business and workers, or unfair advantage for unions?

  13-11-2019 22:13 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Companies seeking contracts for construction projects and other jobs with Lake County must participate in registered apprenticeship programs under a new bidding rule.
  
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• Paunovic Out as Fire Head Coach, Team Says

  13-11-2019 22:10 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  An offseason of changes continued for the Chicago Fire on Wednesday as the team announced that they have parted ways with head coach Veljko Paunovic.Photo Credit: Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
  
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• Tour six private homes on Mount Prospect Holiday Housewalk

  13-11-2019 22:07 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  The Mount Prospect Historical Society's 32nd annual Holiday Housewalk will highlight the Country Club area, just east of the Mount Prospect Country Club clubhouse.
  
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• Meet with state Rep. Morrison's staff at Palatine library

  13-11-2019 22:06 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Officials from state Rep. Tom Morrison's office will be available for residents at the Palatine Public Library from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19.
  
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• Warrant: Aurora man charged with grooming had hoped to 'stage' kidnapping with Batavia teen

  13-11-2019 22:05 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  A 21-year-old Aurora man recently arrested by Batavia police on charges he groomed and sexually abused a 16-year-old girl, had planned to "stage a kidnapping" with her help and flee to Georgia, according to a search warrant. Anthony J. Popela also provided the girl with his old cellphone so the two could communicate.
  
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• How Chicago Executive Airport will help nearby homes combat jet noise

  13-11-2019 21:59 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling is starting a sound insulation program to help residents affected by jets flying in and out of the facility.
  
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• Cubs Reportedly Hire New Scouting Director

  13-11-2019 21:59 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  The Chicago Cubs have made some big changes to their scouting and personnel departments this offseason, and the team has reportedly made another hire, bringing in Dan Kantrovitz as their new Vice President...Photo Credit: Getty Images
  
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• Program pairs young readers with canine audience at Libertyville school

  13-11-2019 21:53 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  As part of a new reading program launched this fall, Libertyville School District 70 is teaming with K-9 Reading Buddies of the North Shore to pair a friendly dog and young readers at Butterfield School.
  
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• DuPage board adds to mission statement: All are welcome here

  13-11-2019 21:27 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Republicans and Democrats on the DuPage County Board put aside their political differences this week to speak out against racism and hate in response to a recent confrontation at a Naperville restaurant.
  
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• 3 charged in Roselle Verizon store burglary

  13-11-2019 21:26 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Three people face burglary charges after authorities say they stole cellphones and tablets from a Verizon store at 1440 West Lake St. in Roselle.
  
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• Sprague students use packaging materials to create cardboard classroom

  13-11-2019 20:04 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Sprague School second-graders take notes while sitting on chairs they made out of cardboard. As part of a STEAM project, students decided they wanted to design and build their very own classroom out of packaging materials.
  
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• Does new Lake County rule give union shops unfair advantage for contracts?

  13-11-2019 19:36 via DailyHerald.com > Local News
  
  Companies seeking contracts for construction projects and other jobs with Lake County must participate in registered apprenticeship programs under a new bidding rule.
  
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• Costco Addresses $75 Coupon Circulating on Social Media

  13-11-2019 18:57 via NBC Chicago - Chicago News
  
  Despite what you may see on your Facebook news feed, Costco isn't giving away coupons for free.
  
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