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• Other area waste transfer stations can handle it, says expert opposing second one in West Chicago

  11-01-2023 23:59
  On the fourth day of hearings for the proposed West Chicago waste transfer station, Lakeshore Recycling Systems officials wrapped up their case and experts for Protect West Chicago -- the main group opposing the plan -- began their testimony.
  
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• Andretti Karting deal is signed, so demolition for Schaumburg's entertainment district begins

  11-01-2023 23:42
  Demolition of a single-story office complex began Wednesday to make way for a 23-acre Schaumburg entertainment district -- just hours after village trustees approved a development agreement to make Orlando-based Andretti Indoor Karting & Games the anchor of its first phase.
  
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• Wheeling ride-share driver pleads guilty to battery of female passenger

  11-01-2023 23:40
  A Wheeling ride-share drive pleaded guilty to aggravated battery of a female passenger in May 2019.
  
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• 2 men charged with murder in Aurora shooting

  11-01-2023 23:39
  Two men are facing charges in connection with a shooting last fall in Aurora that left one man dead and another critically injured.
  
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• Women-only food pantry set for Thursday in Naperville

  11-01-2023 23:35
  The Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry has scheduled its Women's Empowerment Mobile Pantries this year for the second Thursday of each month.
  
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• La Salle Residents Seek Answers After Chemical Plant Explosion Wednesday

  11-01-2023 21:57
  
  La Salle residents want answers after many found a chemical covering some of their property after an explosion at a chemical plant Wednesday morning.
  
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• What is NOTAM? Here are the Details About the Program That Led to a Shutdown of Flights Nationwide

  11-01-2023 21:25
  
  Described as a critical Federal Aviation Administration system for pilots, NOTAM, short for Notice to Air Missions was created in 1947, but a systemic issue on Wednesday caused a nationwide stoppage of flights that caused ripple effects throughout the system.
  
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• Authorities: Man who escaped Elmhurst police car in September back in custody

  11-01-2023 21:25
  Elmhurst police on Tuesday arrested a man who they say escaped from a police car in September.
  
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• Mundelein executive assistant honored for 27 years of service

  11-01-2023 21:09
  A longtime Mundelein employee who served as executive assistant for two police chiefs, two village administrators and a mayor until her recent retirement was publicly lauded for her work this week.
  
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• Pickwick Theatre owner 'very close' to a deal with new operator for Park Ridge landmark

  11-01-2023 21:08
  The owner of Park Ridge's Pickwick Theatre hopes to reveal the movie palace's future Thursday night.
  
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• Lightfoot Blasted After Asking CPS Teachers to Encourage Students to Help Her Mayoral Campaign

  11-01-2023 21:06
  
  Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is under heavy scrutiny after her campaign sent an email to Chicago Public Schools teachers, asking them to offer students the opportunity to serve as “externs” on her mayoral campaign.
  
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• A Chicago Love Story Ends in Tragedy After Florida Crash

  11-01-2023 21:06
  
  Ten years after getting married, Maribel Macedo and Armando Gomez Sanchez were finally celebrating their honeymoon in Florida, but the trip ended in unspeakable tragedy after they were killed in a horrific car crash on New Year's Eve.
  
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• Man who escaped Elmhurst police car in September back in custody

  11-01-2023 20:23
  Elmhurst police arrested a man Tuesday who escaped from a police car in September.
  
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• Former high school volleyball coach faces child pornography charges

  11-01-2023 20:21
  A former coach for the Bartlett High School volleyball program has been charged with possession of child pornography.
  
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• Indiana House Fire Leaves Man Dead, 4 Children in Critical Condition

  11-01-2023 20:02
  
  A man has died of injuries suffered in an Indianopolis apartment fire this week that left four children ages 15 months, 3, 12 and 14 in critical condition, authorities said.
  
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• Gas leak to keep Elgin intersection closed until at least Thursday morning

  11-01-2023 20:02
  Elgin police say a gas leak discovered Tuesday afternoon will keep the intersection of North McLean Boulevard and Big Timber Road closed until at least Thursday morning.
  
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• Coach: This is test. This is only a test. (Now see if you're with me.)

  11-01-2023 19:59
  This is a "see if you're with me" test -- completely unofficial and completely unobjective, all based on a variety of sports observations.
  
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• Providence Farm once again before Northbrook plan commission

  11-01-2023 19:53
  Having gained trust, Providence Farm plan for Lee Road house advances.
  
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• Glenview board approves Willows Crossing Shopping Center

  11-01-2023 19:53
  After four years, seven site plans, lawsuits and numerous hearings, the Glenview Village Board recently approved the Willows Crossing Shopping Center.
  
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• Glenview, Northbrook and North Shore events: Jan. 12-18

  11-01-2023 19:51
  Mark your calendar for these events in Glenview, Northbrook and the North Shore.
  
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• Historic blacksmith shop in Geneva facing possible demolition

  11-01-2023 19:30
  The Shodeen Family Foundation is continuing its quest to raze the circa 1843 limestone blacksmith shop at the Mill Race property, 4 E. State St., Geneva, insisting in documents that the structure cannot be reused, repurposed or relocated.
  
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• An offer he couldn't refuse: Pickwick Theatre's owner to reveal future of Park Ridge landmark Thursday

  11-01-2023 19:12
  The owner of Park Ridge's Pickwick Theatre will reveal the movie palace's future Thursday night.
  
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• Algonquin public works director to retire

  11-01-2023 18:21
  Algonquin Public Works Director Bob Mitchard is retiring at the end of this month after working in the village for more than 27 years
  
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• Illinois State Rep. Introduces Bill That Would Create Regulated Psychedelic Therapy Program

  11-01-2023 17:58
  
  In the opening hours of a new legislative session, one Illinois legislator introduced legislation that would establish a regulated psychedelic therapy program in the state.
  
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• Legislature's Swearing in Heavy on Symbolism, Selflessness

  11-01-2023 17:49
  
  Illinois’ new Legislature got underway Wednesday with pledges of selflessness laden with the symbolism. Leaders of the 177 members of the 103rd General Assembly heard advice from Abraham Lincoln, Moses, a recently departed mother and a young son. Democrats flaunting record majorities promised cooperation and pursuit of goals larger than themselves. Republicans cautiously accepted the olive branch but warned that opposition awaits Democratic excess. There are about 40 new members but Democr
  
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• Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Schaumburg celebrates 65th anniversary

  11-01-2023 17:44
  On April 27,1958, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church was a newly establish congregation in Hoffman Estates.
  
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• CTA Makes More Changes to Tackle ‘Ghost Bus' Problem

  11-01-2023 17:39
  
  The CTA is changing its schedules to exorcise ghost buses, those buses that appear set for arrival on the transit agency’s tracker app but never show up.
  
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• Zelle Fraud: More People Tricked Into Sending Money Over Popular E-Pay Option

  11-01-2023 17:25
  
  Whether you’re splitting a tab, or paying a babysitter, Zelle is the most popular way to transfer money electronically in the U.S., processing more money than Venmo and CashApp combined, lawmakers have found. But Zelle is also popular among thieves.
  
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• Some Illinois Sheriffs Say Departments Will Not Comply With Assault Weapon Registration Requirements

  11-01-2023 17:22
  
  As potential legal fights percolate over Illinois’ new assault weapons ban, law enforcement officials in several counties have said that their departments will not enforce provisions of the bill that require existing weapons to be registered with the State Police.
  
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• ‘Do NOT Touch': What's That Green Stuff Raining Down in La Salle? Officials Explain

  11-01-2023 15:30
  
  A green substance started covering windshields and vehicles around La Salle, Illinois, Wednesday following a massive fire at a chemical plant in the area and officials are warning residents and drivers not to touch it.
  
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• Illinois One of Midwest's Best States to Raise a Family, Survey Says

  11-01-2023 15:24
  
  In a new ranking of the best and worst places to raise families in the United States, Illinois finished just outside of the top-10, but was among the best in the Midwest.
  
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• Detour ahead: Wheaton plans Manchester Road closure for sewer work

  11-01-2023 15:01
  Drivers in north Wheaton will face a major sewer project slated to shut down a well-traveled stretch of Manchester Road at the start of summer.
  
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• Report: Ian Cunningham Set to Interview With Titans, Cardinals

  11-01-2023 14:53
  
  According to reports, the Tennessee Titans and Arizona Cardinals have scheduled interviews with Chicago Bears assistant general manager, Ian Cunningham, for their general manager position.
  
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• Shelter in Place Lifted After Blaze at Chemical Plant in La Salle; No Injuries Reported

  11-01-2023 14:42
  
  According to local reports, an "explosion" was reported near the Carus Chemical plant around 9 a.m. Wednesday, located at 1500 8th Street in LaSalle, located about 80 miles southwest of Chicago.
  
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• Cook County boys basketball notes: Meadows' title at York highlights area holiday finishers

  11-01-2023 14:33
  There are still some Christmas presents remaining from holiday tournaments as area teams are back in school.
  
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• Fox boys basketball notes: Blakley's return sparks Larkin

  11-01-2023 13:57
  After sitting out the early portion of the season while recovering from a summer injury, Larkin junior guard Jakob Blakley made a triumphant return to the basketball court during last month's Hinkle Holiday Classic at Jacobs.
  
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• Kilgast scores 32 in IC Catholic Prep's win over Aurora Christian

  11-01-2023 04:42
  Before Tuesday's game against Aurora Christian, IC Catholic senior forward Kal Kilgast had a premonition he could be in store for a memorable performance.
  
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• Geneva's hot shooting sinks St. Charles East

  11-01-2023 04:30
  Geneva's Leah Palmer admitted there was a little different feeling prior to her team's girls basketball game against St. Charles East Tuesday night.
  
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• Carlson's 29 leads gritty Batavia past Lake Park

  11-01-2023 04:17
  Grit. That's the word that the Batavia girls basketball team has honed in on this season, and it shows.
  
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• Huntley's pressure rattles Burlington Central

  11-01-2023 04:14
  You just needed to take a look at the stat sheet and see how many turnovers Burlington Central committed to figure out who won.
  
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• Palatine survives Hersey in double OT

  11-01-2023 04:05
  Tuesday night's MSL crossover between Palatine and Hersey pitted a pair of 11-win teams against one another as each sought a boost to take back into its respective division later in the week when play continues.
  
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• Grayslake Central downs Wauconda, stays perfect in NLCC

  11-01-2023 03:38
  There's nothing like weeknight prep basketball.
  
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• Prospect toughs out win over Conant

  11-01-2023 03:28
  Prospect's Charlie Gilmer found out it is the little things that can make all difference.
  
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• Authorities identify men killed in head-on crash near Gurnee

  11-01-2023 01:38
  The motorists involved in a deadly, head-on crash near Gurnee early Monday have been identified as Grayslake and Antioch residents.
  
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• Resistance to state money for Bears' redevelopment of Arlington Park added to legislation

  11-01-2023 01:15
  The Chicago Bears' chances of receiving state subsidies for a possible redevelopment of Arlington Park faced mounting opposition from Springfield lawmakers Tuesday. Inserted into a bill was language barring "economic incentives to a professional sports organization that moves its operations from one location in the state to another location in the state."
  
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• Suburban leaders react for and against Illinois' new ban on high-powered weapons

  11-01-2023 00:40
  House lawmakers passed legislation Tuesday banning the purchase, sale and manufacture of semi-automatic assault weapons, .50 caliber rifles and ammunition, and large-capacity magazines in Illinois. Here is what state and suburban leaders had to say about it.
  
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• Duo charged with luring victim to West Chicago apartment to rob him

  11-01-2023 00:28
  Two West Chicago residents have been accused of luring a man to their apartment to rob him.
  
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• Barrington reaches three-year agreement with its police union

  11-01-2023 00:22
  Barrington agrees to a new three-contract with its police officers. It includes provisions for the hiring of "lateral" transfers from other departments, 3% annual wage increases and a reduction in sick time.
  
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• Kane County Forest Preserve District adds land to Stony Creek Preserve

  11-01-2023 00:16
  The Kane County forest preserves grew by 52 acres Tuesday as commissioners approved a $1.1 million purchase of land known as the Neville property. The property is adjacent to the Stony Creek Preserve in Plato Township.
  
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• Hanover Park man charged with sexually assaulting two girls

  11-01-2023 00:11
  If convicted of two counts of predatory criminal sexual abuse, a Hanover Park man could face life in prison. Herminio Rosales-Ramirez, 42, was ordered held without bail on the charges.
  
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