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• Robots rumble in high school competition

  18-02-2023 23:30
  
  Hundreds of engineering and manufacturing students from the Northwest Suburbs competed in the robot Rumble at Wheeling High School Saturday.
  
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• Port Edward hosts dinner buffet to raise money for Turkey earthquake victims 100% of proceeds going to help, buy 'container homes' for homeless as death toll surpasses 42K

  18-02-2023 23:29
  
  What had been a planned trip for one Lake in the Hills couple to visit their homeland of Istanbul on Monday is now a trip to bring aid to those left in the rubble caused by the Feb. 6 earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
  
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• Where suburban GOP megadonors Richard and Elizabeth Uihlein's $36 million went last fall

  18-02-2023 23:28
  
  A suburban billionaire and his wife contributed more than $36 million to Republican candidates and conservative groups or causes in Illinois and across the nation in the month before November's election and in the weeks that followed.
  
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• Suburban Skyview: A warm weather winter walk in Geneva

  18-02-2023 23:28
  
  In this week's Suburban Skyview column, a warm weather winter walk in Geneva.
  
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• What's up with state-funded capital projects in the suburbs? Inflation, supply issues create delays

  18-02-2023 23:24
  
  More than 50 state-funded capital improvement projects throughout the suburbs are among hundreds that have been hampered by inflation and supply chain issues, leading to delays and increased costs.
  
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• No one injured in Friday night fire at Bartlett residence

  18-02-2023 23:23
  
  No injuries were reported after a fire broke out Friday evening at a Bartlett residence.
  
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• CTA Set to Begin Blue Line Track Work, Impacting Travel to O'Hare on Weekends

  18-02-2023 22:07
  
  Travelers heading to O’Hare Airport on weekends may need to budget extra time as the CTA plans to shut down multiple Blue Line stations for track work, beginning at the end of February.
  
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• 4-Month-Old Dies of Injuries From Child Abuse in Albany Park

  18-02-2023 21:56
  
  The death of a 4-month-old girl on Friday is being investigated by child welfare officials after the Cook County medical examiner’s office determined she died of injuries from child abuse. Emergency crews were called about 4:30 p.m. Thursday to the 4700 block of North Lawndale Avenue when Zury Cruz Sumba was reported to be unconscious and not breathing, Chicago fire...
  
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• Lightfoot Suggests Black Chicagoans Should Vote for Her or Not Vote at All, Prompting Swift Backlash

  18-02-2023 21:41
  
  Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is facing fierce criticism for comments she made while campaigning Saturday, suggesting that Black residents should vote for her or not vote at all.
  
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• North Chicago man found shot in Waukegan parking lot; police investigating

  18-02-2023 20:21
  
  The Waukegan Police Department is investigating a shooting of a man late Friday afternoon in a parking lot.
  
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• Defendants in Addison shooting charged with attempted murder, held on $2 million bail

  18-02-2023 19:35
  
  Four men charged with attempted murder in connection with Thursday's shooting in Addison held on $2 million bail each.
  
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• Woman Killed in 2-Vehicle Crash Along Interstate 294 in Cook County

  18-02-2023 19:31
  
  One person died in a crash early Saturday morning along Interstate 294 in Cook County, according to Illinois State Police. The crash was reported at around 7:19 a.m. in the southbound lanes near milepost 30. According to authorities, a semi traveling southbound hit a Nissan Sentra, which was stopped in a lane of traffic after being involved in a prior...
  
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• Chicago Man Shot While Delivering Pizza Shares Story of Survival

  18-02-2023 18:19
  
  Just over two weeks after a food delivery driver was shot, he is speaking out about the day that forever changed his life.  The husband and father spoke to NBC 5 exclusively, sharing his story of survival and recovery.  “I don’t feel like it’s fair for somebody to come and do that to a person,” said Mario Ruiz, with tears in...
  
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• Faith Leaders Spearhead Effort to Unite Woodlawn Community and Migrants at Wadsworth Shelter

  18-02-2023 17:17
  
  A longstanding church in Chicago’s Woodlawn neighborhood welcomed community members to its first bilingual service on Saturday – an effort to integrate the more than 100 migrants who call the former Wadsworth school home. “We really want them to feel like they have a piece of home, here,” said Rev. Kenneth Phelps, senior pastor of Concord Missionary Baptist Church. Phelps...
  
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• Salt Shed Indoor Venue to Host First Concert Saturday, Hip Hop Duo Big Gigantic to Perform

  18-02-2023 15:53
  
  The first indoor show at Chicago's Salt Shed entertainment venue, which was originally planned for Friday evening, has been postponed due to key performer, Tove Lo, contracting the flu, according to the artist and event organizers.
  
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• 1 Dead, at Least 4 Wounded in Shootings Across Chicago This Weekend, Police Say

  18-02-2023 13:48
  
  One person is dead and at least four others have been hurt in shootings across the city of Chicago so far this weekend, police say.
  
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• White Sox Reveal Spring Schedule on NBC Sports Chicago

  18-02-2023 13:16
  
  The Chicago White Sox announced Saturday that six of their Cactus League games will air on NBC Sports Chicago, including their opener against the San Diego Padres.
  
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• Man Fatally Shot in Englewood, Chicago Police Say

  18-02-2023 13:00
  
  A 45-year-old man was killed Saturday morning in a shooting in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood, police said.
  
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• Willson Contreras Sheds Light on Separation From Cubs

  18-02-2023 12:04
  
  Chicago Cubs fans are going to have to get used to seeing catcher Willson Contreras in a St. Louis Cardinals uniform this season, and hes shedding new light on his divorce from the North Siders.
  
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• ‘Frightening Display of Violence:' 4 Men Charged in Addison Ambush Shooting

  18-02-2023 11:43
  
  Authorities in suburban Addison announced charges against four men accused of ambushing two victims sitting in a vehicle, causing serious injuries.
  
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• Man Shot, Critically Injured After Traffic Crash in Little Italy

  18-02-2023 09:30
  
  A man was shot and critically injured after a verbal altercation following a crash in the city’s Little Italy neighborhood Friday night.
  
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• Plenty of Sunshine, Breezy Conditions in Chicago's Forecast for Saturday

  18-02-2023 09:06
  
  After Thursday’s wintry weather and Friday’s chilly conditions, the weekend is looking at lot more pleasant in the Chicago area, with mostly sunny skies and warmer temperatures expected Saturday.
  
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• 4 men charged with attempted murder in Addison shooting

  18-02-2023 06:13
  
  4 men are charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting in Addison.
  
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• Blacher, Montini run past Glenbard South to win 18th straight regional

  18-02-2023 05:45
  
  Shannon Blacher said she has always been taught to play basketball at 110%. She's proven a good learner.
  
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• Roland's double-double sends Timothy Christian past IC into Class 2A sectional

  18-02-2023 05:44
  
  Timothy Christian star Grace Roland doesn't usually spend a lot of time hanging out around the 3-point line.
  
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• Erickson's clutch play leads Burlington Central to regional title

  18-02-2023 04:50
  
  Friday night's Class 3A regional championship between Burlington Central and Rockford Boylan was a very close contest down to the last three minutes of the game.
  
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• Girls gymnastics: Libertyville's Becker wins state all-around title

  18-02-2023 04:44
  
  Aw, knucks. Not shucks. Knucks.
  
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• Libertyville answers Rolling Meadows' run, wins regional

  18-02-2023 04:37
  
  With a commanding 28-10 lead early in the third quarter, it looked like No. 2-seeded Libertyville was going to cruise to an easy victory over No.7 host Rolling Meadows in this Class 4A regional championship game Friday night.
  
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• Guilford stuns No. 1 Huntley in regional final

  18-02-2023 04:32
  
  Huntley's Sammi Campanelli wiped tears onto her jersey Friday as she reminisced about her time as a Red Raider after a 43-40 loss to Guilford in the Class 4A Huntley regional championship.
  
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• Carrier scores 27 to lead Sycamore past Kaneland for regional crown

  18-02-2023 04:29
  
  After missing the postseason opener as a precaution, Evyn Carrier was ready to roll against Kaneland.
  
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• Lake Park falls in electric atmosphere at Lyons Township

  18-02-2023 04:26
  
  Friday night's 15th edition of Lyons Township's regular season home finale is affectionately known as "The Blackout Game."
  
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• Federal judge denies injunction on Naperville gun sale ban

  18-02-2023 04:15
  
  A federal judge has denied a request by a Naperville gun shop owner for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction on city and state laws banning the sale of certain high-powered weapons.
  
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• Girls gymnastics: Downers Grove co-op in first, Geneva third after first day of state meet

  18-02-2023 04:14
  
  Downers Grove co-op, Vernon Hills and Geneva were even better during Friday's IHSA girls gymnastics state finals than they were during sectionals.
  
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• Madden, Geneva stifle Conant in regional final

  18-02-2023 03:50
  
  Caroline Madden doesn't ask for any other task.
  
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• Lake Forest stymies Grayslake Central to claim 3A regional crown

  18-02-2023 02:59
  
  Big games are nothing new for Rachel Kaus.
  
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• Lombard police chief retiring; deputy to take helm

  18-02-2023 02:38
  
  Lombard Police Chief Roy Newton has announced his retirement after 37 years with the department. His last day as chief will be March 1.
  
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• Carpentersville trustee picked as next village manager

  18-02-2023 02:37
  
  Carpentersville trustees on Tuesday are expected to appoint fellow board member John O'Sullivan as the next village manager.
  
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• Watch: Barrington trustee candidates discuss home rule, development and more

  18-02-2023 01:44
  
  Margot Dallstream, Kate Duncan, Jason Lohmeyer and Brian Prigge are running for Barrington trustee in the April 4 election. Here, they discuss community issues such as home rule, development and diversity with the Daily Herald.
  
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• Watch: East Dundee trustee candidates (4-year seats) discuss potential Elgin Mall relocation, parking and more

  18-02-2023 01:37
  
  Scott Kunze, Kathleen Mahony, Daniel Pearson and Rich Treiber are running for 4-year seats on the East Dundee village board in the April 4 election. Here, they discuss community issues such as the potential relocation of the Elgin Mall to East Dundee, parking and water quality.
  
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• Watch: Candidates for East Dundee trustee (2-year seat) discuss parking, water quality and more

  18-02-2023 01:36
  
  Shanna McKee and Andy Sauder are running for a 2-year seat on the East Dundee village board in the April 4 election. Here, they discuss water quality, parking, police pensions and other issues in town.
  
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