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• Wheeling Township mental health board takes first steps

  22-03-2023 23:47
  
  Four months after voters approved it by referendum, Wheeling Township's Community Mental Health board met Wednesday for the first time.
  
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• Elgin mayoral candidates go on the attack in recent voter forum

  22-03-2023 23:34
  
  The Elgin mayoral candidates came out swinging during a recent voter forum, throwing jabs at each other on issues that they consider the other to be vulnerable.
  
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• Des Plaines District 62 board member says schools shouldn't celebrate Columbus Day

  22-03-2023 22:53
  
  A Des Plaines Elementary School District 62 board member who's seeking reelection said educators need to "fix our history books" and stop honoring Christopher Columbus' expeditions to the Americas.
  
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• New tool in fighting domestic abuse: a QR code that points victims to help

  22-03-2023 22:37
  
  DuPage County police, fire and hospital workers have a new tool to help victims of domestic abuse and violence -- a QR code that leads the way to aid.
  
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• Golf carts, ATVs will be allowed on Wauconda streets -- with conditions

  22-03-2023 22:31
  
  A new ordinance in Wauconda will allow golf carts and other "non-highway" vehicles to be driven on village streets, subject to an inspection and other conditions.
  
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• Police search for 3 accused of stealing thousands of dollars from 91-year-old Antioch-area man

  22-03-2023 22:30
  
  Police are searching for three people who they say made thousands of dollars by altering checks they stole from the mailbox of a 91-year-old Antioch-area man.
  
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• ‘It's Nothing:' Mom Expresses Anger After Driver Gets Probation in Crash That Killed Daughter

  22-03-2023 21:44
  
  A suburban mother left infuriated by the punishment handed down in the death of her 14-year-old daughter in a 2021 crash has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit, saying that her child’s memory has not been fully honored in the case.
  
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• Self-storage facility to replace longtime pet store at Arlington Heights' Golf Road entryway

  22-03-2023 21:17
  
  A gateway site to Arlington Heights that was long home to a pet food shop and shelter care home will make way for a new self-storage facility.
  
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• Judson's World Leader Forum celebrates Olympian who inspired 'Chariots of Fire'

  22-03-2023 21:17
  
  James MacMillan and Robert Haldane Smith celebrated the legacy of Olympian and Christian missionary Eric Liddell on Tuesday during the Judson University World Leaders Forum in Elgin. Liddell's feats at the 1924 Paris Olympics inspired the Academy Award-winning film "Chariots of Fire."
  
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• Suburban Animal Rescue Takes in Dozens of Chihuahuas Saved From Hoarding Situation

  22-03-2023 21:05
  
  Firefighters responding to a blaze in northwest Indiana this week were horrified to discover more than 80 cats and dogs living inside of a home, and a suburban animal shelter has stepped up to help some of those animals find new homes.
  
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• New Hope for Suburban Bakery Set to Close Following Vandalism, Threats Over Planned Drag Brunch

  22-03-2023 20:20
  
  There's new hope for a far north suburban bakery that announced it would close at the end of the month. A direct result, the owner says, of "horrific attacks, endless harassment, and unrelenting negative misinformation."
  
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• In Chicago Mayor’s Race, Brandon Johnson Rises With Union Support

  22-03-2023 19:51 via nytimes.com
  
  Brandon Johnson, a county commissioner who once taught in struggling neighborhoods, soared in the polls after an endorsement and donations from the Chicago Teachers Union.
  
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• Little Village Discount Mall Vendors at Risk of Eviction Sue Owner

  22-03-2023 19:47
  
  A group of vendors from the Little Village Discount Mall have filed a lawsuit against the mall’s owner and against one of the mall’s management companies, they announced Tuesday.
  
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• Navy Servicemember Reported Missing From Suburban Waukegan

  22-03-2023 19:40
  
  A servicemember in the United States Navy has been reported missing after he was last seen leaving a suburban Waukegan bar this weekend.
  
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• Illinois Lawmakers Pass Bill to Designate Official State Nut

  22-03-2023 19:40
  
  The Illinois House of Representatives passed a bill with near-unanimous support on Wednesday that would designate the black walnut as the official state nut of Illinois.
  
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• Sugar Grove Village Board candidates sound off on development during forum

  22-03-2023 19:19
  
  The five candidates running for the three open trustee seats on the Sugar Grove Village Board discussed development issues during a recent candidate forum at the Sugar Grove Public Library.
  
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• Ecker Center in Elgin opens new program to help offset mental health ER visits

  22-03-2023 18:59
  
  Ecker Center for Behavioral Health in Elgin has opened its new Crisis Stabilization Program, an alternative to those in a mental health crisis instead of going to a hospital emergency room.
  
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• Linebacker Dylan Cole Reportedly Visits the Chicago Bears

  22-03-2023 18:21
  
  Tennessee Titans linebacker Dylan Cole visited the Chicago Bears, according to reports.
  
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• 'Screenwise' author to speak on kids and technology

  22-03-2023 17:58
  
  As part of its ongoing series, Glenview District 34 will offer a talk on children and their use of technology and devices, led by Dr. Devorah Heitner, an expert on young people's relationship with digital media and technology.
  
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• Ronald McDonald House Charities CEO chosen for Burnham Fellowship

  22-03-2023 17:58
  
  Katie Fitzgerald, president and CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities Global and a Northbrook resident, recently was selected for the Leadership Greater Chicago cohort of The Daniel Burnham Fellowship.
  
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• Glenbrook District 225 announces 'Those Who Excel' awards

  22-03-2023 17:58
  
  Glenbrook High School District 225 announced its winners of "Those Who Excel" awards.
  
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• Illinois Lawmaker Proposes Lowering State's Legal Drinking Age

  22-03-2023 17:55
  
  A northern Illinois lawmaker has proposed legislation that would lower the state’s minimum drinking age to 18.
  
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• Illinois Baseball Academy debuts new space in Northbrook

  22-03-2023 17:54
  
  The Illinois Baseball Academy debuted its new 32,000-square-foot space, The Yard, with a ribbon cutting on March 17.
  
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• Northbrook Historical Society President Judy Hughes awarded 'Key to the Village'

  22-03-2023 17:51
  
  "It's so hard to express how deep my gratitude is for receiving the recognition for the community service that I've done," Judy Hughes told the Herald. "Community service is not done for recognition. You do it because you want to give back to your community."
  
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• Northbrook's North Suburban YMCA sets dates for two main fundraisers

  22-03-2023 17:47
  
  The North Suburban YMCA announces dates for "Community Strong" fundraisers, Dinner and Casino Night, and Golf Fundraiser and Patio Party.
  
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• Des Plaines school board member says schools shouldn't celebrate Columbus Day

  22-03-2023 17:46
  
  A Des Plaines Elementary School District 62 board member who's seeking reelection said educators need to "fix our history books" and stop honoring Christopher Columbus' expeditions to the Americas.
  
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• Coach: One man's look at the Maine South football situation

  22-03-2023 17:46
  
  If I had a dollar for anyone who asked me "Jon, so what do you think of the Maine South football controversy?" I would be a very lucky man.
  
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• Glenbrook North winger Owen Just named Illinois prep hockey player of the year

  22-03-2023 17:44
  
  Glenbrook North senior Owen Just on March 15 was awarded the Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois' J.J. O'Connor Award as Illinois high school hockey player of the year.
  
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• Next District 30 board will oversee superintendent transition

  22-03-2023 17:42
  
  Five candidates are vying for four 4-year terms on the Northbrook/Glenview District 30 school board. They are incumbents Zivit Blonder and Ammar Rizki, Pamela Manicioto, Patrick Wang and Kevin Glowacz. Board President Nancy Artz and board member Daniel Levin did not seek reelection.
  
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• Express services added at Deerfield driver's license facility

  22-03-2023 17:40
  
  On March 7, Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias established express service for certain routine tasks in a space next to the existing Deerfield Department of Motor Vehicles facility, 405 Lake-Cook Road.
  
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• JCC to hold Passover activities for families, young adults in Northbrook

  22-03-2023 17:31
  
  JCC Chicago has a pair of Passover activities scheduled in Northbrook for families and young adults.
  
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• Vernon Hills to honor local veterans with banners

  22-03-2023 17:27
  
  The village of Vernon Hills and American Legion Post 1247 want to honor residents who have honorably served or continue to serve our nation in any military capacity.
  
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• The Blackhawks Will Not Wear Their Pride Jerseys on Sunday Due To Security Concerns

  22-03-2023 17:27
  
  The Chicago Blackhawks will not wear the NHL's Pride jerseys on their scheduled pride night on Sunday.
  
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• The Blackhawks Will Not Wear Their Pride Jerseys on Sunday

  22-03-2023 17:27
  
  The Chicago Blackhawks will not wear the NHL's Pride jerseys on their scheduled pride night on Sunday.
  
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• New Tool Helps Victims of Domestic Violence in DuPage County Access Help Via Their Phones

  22-03-2023 17:22
  
  Law enforcement in DuPage County is unveiling a new tool in the form of a QR code to help victims of domestic violence access resources in a safe and discreet way.
  
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• Health Experts Set the Record Straight on Menopause, From Symptoms to Treatments

  22-03-2023 17:15
  
  Women can spend more than half their life in menopause, but women’s health experts say there are still many misconceptions about menopause care.
  
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• Predicting the Cubs' Opening Day Roster

  22-03-2023 16:40
  
  Baseballs regular season will begin in a matter of weeks, and the Chicago Cubs still have some interesting questions to answer as they put together their 26-man roster ahead of the campaign. Here's where we think things stand in that battle.
  
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• Jose Altuve Is Likely to Miss Both White Sox-Astros Series

  22-03-2023 16:35
  
  Houston Astros shortstop Jose Altuve broke his thumb while playing in the WBC.
  
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• Sign up to get election night news, results via email

  22-03-2023 16:12
  
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• Chicago Weather Timeline Shows Potential of Severe Weather, Snow Looming in Forecast

  22-03-2023 15:47
  
  Spring is a time of renewal, but is also a time of chaotic weather, and Chicago is going to see plenty of that in the coming days, with a chance of severe weather kicking off the festivities.
  
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• In Chicago Mayor’s Race, a Former Teacher Rises With Union Support

  22-03-2023 15:03 via nytimes.com
  
  Brandon Johnson, a county commissioner who once taught in struggling neighborhoods, soared in the polls after an endorsement and donations from the Chicago Teachers Union.
  
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• Kane County Officials Warn of Online Court Scam Using Zoom Chat

  22-03-2023 14:32
  
  Officials from the Kane County Sheriff's office and Kane County State's Attorney's office are warning of a recent online court scam in which residents receive a call from someone claiming to be a lawyer or public official working for Kane County judges during Zoom court calls.
  
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• Glenbrook North baseball shows plenty of good things to build on

  22-03-2023 13:41
  
  Spartans fall 4-2 to Buffalo Grove in both teams' baseball season debut.
  
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• 18-Year-Old Charged in Chicago Officer's Killing Ordered to be Held Without Bail

  22-03-2023 13:25
  
  An 18-year-old accused in the fatal shooting of Chicago police officer Andrés Vásquez Lasso has been mandatorily held without bail after appearing in court on Wednesday.
  
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• Bears Spotted at Ohio State Pro Day for Paris Johnson, Jaxon Smith-Njigba

  22-03-2023 13:20
  
  Bears GM Ryan Poles and head coach Matt Eberflus were there to collect intel for their No. 9 overall pick, and to scout many other players who they may select throughout the draft.
  
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• What Is the WARN Act in Illinois? What to Know About the Layoff Notice Requirement in the State

  22-03-2023 13:05
  
  With many major companies like Amazon, Google, Microsoft and more announcing layoffs and concerns of a possible recession on the horizon, many might be curious about the requirements in place in Illinois.
  
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• Wisconsin Dells Waterpark Intros New Color-Changing Ride

  22-03-2023 12:06
  
  The new waterslide "will be fitted with iSlide technology," the park noted, to provide color-changing lights and music and "create an immersive ride for guests."
  
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• Tickets for Bryson Tiller's Chicago Show Set to Go on Sale Friday

  22-03-2023 11:14
  
  Tickets for Bryson Tiller's highly-anticipated U.S. tour, which is set to make a stop in Chicago this spring, go on sale to the general public Friday.
  
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• 20 Questions With Blackhawks Defenseman Seth Jones

  22-03-2023 08:45
  
  20 fun questions with Blackhawks defenseman Seth Jones, who goes 1-on-1 with NBC Sports Chicago Insider Charlie Roumeliotis.
  
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• Thunderstorms, ‘Large Hail' Possible in Parts of Chicago Area Wednesday

  22-03-2023 08:32
  
  A stormy forecast could mean lightning, heavy rain and possibly even large hail for parts of the Chicago area Wednesday.
  
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