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• Pups invited to Hawthorn Woods' Bark in the Park

  31-03-2023 23:04
  
  Bark in the Park will be held from 10 a.m. to noon April 15 at Community Park at Old McHenry and Quentin roads in Hawthorn Woods.
  
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• Intense Storms Damage Buildings, Topple Trees Across Illinois

  31-03-2023 23:03
  
  Fierce storms with wind gusts exceeding 60 miles per hour ripped across Illinois late Friday, leading to a partial building collapse at a theater, a shelter-in-place announcement at O'Hare Airport and damage across numerous communities.
  
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• UpRising Bakery will downsize menu as it looks for new location, owner says

  31-03-2023 23:02
  
  The community has spoken and it wants her to remain open, UpRising Bakery and Cafe owner Corinna Sac said. Its location will likely be somewhere other than Lake in the Hills, though, Sac said.
  
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• Tornado Strikes Arkansas as Severe Storms Move Through Midwest and South

  31-03-2023 22:43 via nytimes.com
  
  A tornado was spotted in Little Rock, and forced meteorologists with the local National Weather Service office there to evacuate.
  
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• Coming soon to a stage near you: Broadway tours, new tuners and classics re-imagined

  31-03-2023 22:33
  
  Waiting in the wings this spring and summer are a variety of shows including classic shows reimagined; new tuners, pandemic-delayed revivals and Broadway tours.
  
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• Elk Grove Village buys shuttered White Castle at busy corner

  31-03-2023 22:24
  
  Elk Grove Village has purchased a shuttered White Castle restaurant at the busy intersection of Oakton Street and Busse and Higgins roads -- a corner where the village has assembled other properties and redevelopments in recent years.
  
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• Police seek info about Villa Park tobacco shop robbery

  31-03-2023 22:23
  
  Villa Park police are asking for the public's help to find three people suspected of robbing a tobacco store.
  
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• Craft fair at Des Plaines school

  31-03-2023 22:20
  
  Orchard Place School in Des Plaines will hold a craft fair April 15.
  
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• Voters to decide Saverino-Gieser rematch in Carol Stream mayor's race

  31-03-2023 22:18
  
  For the second time in 12 years, Carol Stream voters will see two familiar names at the top of the ballot on Tuesday.
  
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• Salvation Army volunteers pack emergency flood kits

  31-03-2023 22:18
  
  Salvation Army volunteers pack emergency flood kits
  
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• Lake Zurich officials will consider switching from well to Lake Michigan water

  31-03-2023 22:18
  
  A key step in the process of bringing Lake Michigan water to Lake Zurich is expected Monday with the presentation of a consultant's findings and recommendations.
  
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• Multiple rounds of severe weather could hit the suburbs today

  31-03-2023 21:57
  
  National Weather Service meteorologists are warning of multiple rounds of severe weather throughout the day and into Saturday.
  
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• Lake Villa man charged with attemped murder after shooting at police

  31-03-2023 21:57
  
  A Lake Villa man is facing attempted murder charges after police say he shot up multiple squad cars and tried to break into several homes in McHenry overnight.
  
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• High-Dollar Donations Fueling Johnson and Vallas in Chicago Election. How Might That Influence the Next Mayor?

  31-03-2023 21:28
  
  With just a few days left in the race for Chicago mayor, big money is pouring into both Brandon Johnson’s and Paul Vallas’ campaign coffers. How might that money influence the next mayor?
  
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• Roof Collapses at Apollo Theatre in Belvidere Following Storms: Reports

  31-03-2023 21:19
  
  First responders were on the scene of a roof collapse at Apollo Theatre in Belvidere late Friday night following fierce storms that ripped through the community, according to reports.
  
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• Roof Collapses at Apollo Theatre in Belvidere Following Storms, Multiple Injuries Reported

  31-03-2023 21:19
  
  First responders were on the scene of a roof collapse at Apollo Theatre in Belvidere late Friday night following fierce storms that ripped through the community, according to reports.
  
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• 1 Killed, 28 Injured When Roof Collapses at Belvidere Theatre During Storms

  31-03-2023 21:19
  
  At least one person was killed and 28 others were injured when a roof collapse occurred during a concert at Belvidere's Apollo Theatre as severe storms ripped through the community late Friday, according to authorities.
  
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• 1 Killed, 28 Injured When Roof Collapses at Belvidere Concert During Storms

  31-03-2023 21:19
  
  At least one person was killed and 28 others were injured when a roof collapse occurred at Belvidere's Apollo Theatre as severe storms ripped through the community late Friday, according to authorities.
  
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• At Least 48K ComEd Customers Without Power as Storms Hammer Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 20:38
  
  More than 48,000 ComEd customers were left without power late Friday as a series of severe thunderstorms pummeled the region with wind gusts possibly exceeding 75 miles per hour, downing power lines, toppling trees and causing damage to buildings. As of 11:19 p.m., 48,790 ComEd customers were reported to be without power across northern Illinois, with more than 14,000 of...
  
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• At Least 47K ComEd Customers Without Power as Storms Hammer Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 20:38
  
  More than 47,000 ComEd customers were left without power late Friday as a series of severe thunderstorms pummeled the region with wind gusts possibly exceeding 75 miles per hour, downing power lines, toppling trees and causing damage to buildings. As of 8:52 p.m., 47,518 ComEd customers were reported to be without power across northern Illinois, with more than 14,000 of...
  
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• At Least 36K ComEd Customers Without Power as Storms Hammer Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 20:38
  
  More than 36,000 ComEd customers were left without power late Friday as a series of severe thunderstorms pummeled the region with wind gusts possibly exceeding 75 miles per hour, downing power lines, toppling trees and causing damage to buildings. As of 8:23 p.m., 36,879 ComEd customers were reported to be without power across northern Illinois, with more than 14,000 of...
  
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• National Museum of Mexican Art Puts Spotlight on Student Art

  31-03-2023 18:50
  
  Encouraging young people to nurture their creative talents is the mission behind the National Museum of Mexican Art’s free arts education program called Yollocalli Arts Reach.
  
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• CPD Officer Arrested, Charged for Sexual Assault of Minor

  31-03-2023 17:44
  
  Norridge Police say a 17-year-old was sexually assaulted by a man in the Target parking lot of the Harlem Irving Plaza Shopping Mall. The suspect is a Chicago police officer who has since been relieved of his powers.
  
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• Severe Storms and Tornadoes Are Expected in Midwest and South

  31-03-2023 16:58 via nytimes.com
  
  Fast-moving storms that could produce damaging winds, tornadoes and large hail are forecast from Iowa to northwestern Mississippi.
  
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• Dangerous Storms and Tornadoes Are Expected in Midwest and South

  31-03-2023 16:58 via nytimes.com
  
  Fast-moving storms that could produce damaging winds, tornadoes and large hail are forecast from Iowa to northwestern Mississippi.
  
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• Warnings, Flight Cancellations, ‘One of the Worst Predicted Storms' in Years

  31-03-2023 16:45
  
  Severe weather is rapidly moving across the Chicago area Friday, bringing the threat of hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and possibly tornadoes.
  
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• LIVE STORM UPDATES: Warnings, Flight Cancellations, ‘One of the Worst Predicted Storms' in Years

  31-03-2023 16:45
  
  Severe weather is rapidly moving across the Chicago area Friday, bringing the threat of hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and possibly tornadoes.
  
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• Where is the Safest Place to Go During a Tornado? What to Know for Houses, Apartments and More

  31-03-2023 14:55
  
  If a tornado is approaching you, where is the safest place to go? It depends on where you are.
  
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• Hadiya Pendleton Murder Conviction Overturned; New Trial Ordered in Chicago Teen's Slaying

  31-03-2023 14:46
  
  In a ruling that comes just a few months past the 10-year anniversary of Hadiya Pendleton’s death, an appeals court has ordered a new trial for the man charged with gunning down the 15-year-old honor student.
  
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• Signature Room Property at Former John Hancock Center For Sale

  31-03-2023 14:38
  
  The iconic space housing the Signature Room restaurant toward the top of the former John Hancock Center, now known as 875 North Michigan Avenue, has been put on the market.
  
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• Tornado Warning vs. Tornado Watch: What The Alerts Mean As Severe Weather Approaches Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 13:55
  
  As severe storms quickly approach the Chicago area, here's a breakdown of the differences between tornado watches and tornado warnings.
  
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• Tornado Warning vs. Tornado Watch: What The Alerts Mean As Severe Weather Approaches

  31-03-2023 13:55
  
  As severe storms quickly approach the Chicago area, here's a breakdown of the differences between tornado watches and tornado warnings.
  
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• Live Radar: Track Severe Storms as Multiple Systems Move Into Chicago Area Friday

  31-03-2023 13:45
  
  Numerous severe storms are expected in two waves Friday afternoon and evening across the Chicago area, with the threat of hail, damaging winds and tornadoes all possible amidst what is expected to be heavy downpours.
  
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• Live Radar: Track Severe Storms as Multiple Systems Move Arrive in Chicago Area Friday

  31-03-2023 13:45
  
  Numerous severe storms are expected in two waves Friday afternoon and evening across the Chicago area, with the threat of hail, damaging winds and tornadoes all possible amidst what is expected to be heavy downpours.
  
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• Chicago Runoff Election, Tax Day, NFL Draft and More: All The Dates to Know For April 2023

  31-03-2023 13:10
  Apparently, April is a very busy month. From the Chicago Runoff Election to the 2023 NFL Draft, here's a list of date to know about.
  
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• Blackhawks' Jonathan Toews to Return on Saturday Vs. New Jersey

  31-03-2023 13:10
  
  Jonathan Toews will make his official return to the lineup on Saturday when the Blackhawks host the New Jersey Devils at the United Center.
  
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• Full Conversation: 3 Former Chicago Police Superintendents Talk City Violence, Crime

  31-03-2023 13:06
  
  Former Chicago Police Department superintendents Eddie Johnson, Garry McCarthy and Jody Weis sat down with NBC 5 for a candid discussion on the city’s public safety crisis led by NBC Chicago news anchor Stefan Holt.
  
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• Tornado Watches, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in Effect, Wind Gusts of 90 MPH Possible

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Watches, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in Effect Across Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Watch, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued in Chicago Area as ‘Significant' Storms Arrive

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Watch, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings Issued as ‘Significant' Storms Move Through

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Watch Issued for Majority of Chicago Area as ‘Significant' Storm Systems Near

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was upgraded once again Friday just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms is expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Watch in Effect as Second Round of ‘Significant' Storms Approaches Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Warnings, Watches in Effect as Second Round of ‘Significant' Storms Moves Into Chicago Area

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Tornado Warnings, Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in Effect; Wind Gusts of 90 MPH Possible

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Significant Storms Sweep Across Chicago Area on Friday Night

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was heightened Friday afternoon as either tornado watches or warnings were issued for a majority of the region - just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms was expected to hit.
  
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• Severe Weather Threat Upgraded for Parts of Chicago Area as ‘Significant' Systems Near

  31-03-2023 12:05
  
  The threat for severe weather across much of the Chicago area was upgraded once again Friday just hours before the first of two rounds of dangerous storms is expected to hit.
  
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• Ground Stop Reported at O'Hare Airport, Flight Cancellations Pile Up For Severe Weather

  31-03-2023 11:33
  
  More than 150 flights out of O'Hare and Midway airports have already been canceled ahead of the severe weather set to arrive in the Chicago area Friday afternoon.
  
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• Flight Cancellations Pile Up at O'Hare, Midway Airports For Severe Weather

  31-03-2023 11:33
  
  A ground delay has been reported at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport for thunderstorms and flight cancellations continue to climb as severe weather moves through the area.
  
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• Flight Cancellations Pile Up At O'Hare, Midway Ahead of Chicago-Area Severe Weather

  31-03-2023 11:33
  
  Nearly 150 flights out of O'Hare and Midway airports have already been canceled ahead of the severe weather set to arrive in the Chicago area Friday afternoon.
  
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