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• Six people are being considered to fill Aurora Ward 7 vacancy

  10-08-2023 23:52
  
  Six people are being considered to replace the late Alderman Scheketa Hart-Burns on the Aurora City Council.
  
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• Coroner identifies 4 family members who died after shooting in home near Crystal Lake

  10-08-2023 23:06
  
  The McHenry County coroner's office identified the four adults who died Wednesday from a shooting in a home near Crystal Lake, but released no other new details about the case Thursday.
  
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• 'I'm not comfortable': Rolling Meadows residents still smelling fumes more than month after fuel leak

  10-08-2023 22:54
  
  More than a month after a Rolling Meadows Mobil station's fuel dispenser started leaking gasoline into the ground and sewer system, neighbors said this week they're still smelling fumes and worried the problem isn't being fixed. "I'm not satisfied and I'm not comfortable," said Liz Davis.
  
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• How Kids Above All in Des Plaines is easing back-to-school stress for families in need

  10-08-2023 22:51
  
  The nonprofit organization Kids Above All is collecting backpacks and supplies in Des Plaines for students from families impacted by poverty and violence.
  
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• West Dundee home uninhabitable after fire

  10-08-2023 22:50
  
  A home in West Dundee that was undergoing exterior renovations was damaged by fire on Thursday morning.
  
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• Police: Libertyville-area man's death likely a workplace accident

  10-08-2023 22:48
  
  Police and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration officials are investigating how a 53-year-old Libertyville-area man was killed Wednesday morning by a falling trailer ramp near Vernon Hills in what appeared to be an accident.
  
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• Coroner identifies 4 family members who died in a home near Crystal Lake

  10-08-2023 22:33
  
  The McHenry County coroner's office identified the four adults who died Wednesday due to a domestic incident in a home near Crystal Lake.
  
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• Batavia changes website name, email addresses to improve security

  10-08-2023 21:26
  
  Batavia has changed its web domain to a .gov address. The city's website is now Bataviail.gov, and all city employees' and city council members' email addresses have changed to [email protected].
  
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• Good News Sunday: Lifelong fan of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' chosen to play Calpurnia in national tour

  10-08-2023 21:09
  
  In this week's Good News Sunday column, we recap stories about a Chicago-area actress playing Calpurnia in a national tour of "To Kill a Mockingbird," free back-to-school haircuts at the Boys and Girls Club of Elgin and Jeep owners getting ready for the 11th annual Jeeps on the Run Toys for Tots Run.
  
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• Woman injured, Husky killed when pack of dogs attack after escaping yard in Northwest Indiana

  10-08-2023 20:34 via nbcchicago.com
  
  One woman was hospitalized and her Husky was put down on Tuesday night after a group of dogs attacked while they were out for a walk in Highland, Indiana, police said.
  
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• Lake County property transfers for June 22-23, 2023

  10-08-2023 20:34
  
  Lake County property transfers for June 22-23, 2023
  
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• Kane County property transfers for June 12 to July 5, 2023

  10-08-2023 20:34
  
  Kane County property transfers for June 12 to July 5, 2023
  
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• DuPage County property transfers for June 23 to July 5, 2023

  10-08-2023 20:34
  
  DuPage County property transfers for June 23 to July 5, 2023
  
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• Cook County property transfers for June 12-28, 2023

  10-08-2023 20:34
  
  Cook County property transfers for June 12-28, 2023
  
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• Sheriff's office: 4 killed near Crystal Lake includes 3 adult women, 1 man

  10-08-2023 20:09
  
  An investigation continued Thursday at the home in an unincorporated area near Crystal Lake where three adult female relatives were killed by an adult male relative early Wednesday, authorities said.
  
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• Radio Flyer to open first retail store at Woodfield Mall in November

  10-08-2023 17:41
  
  The 106-year-old Chicago-based Radio Flyer company will open its first retail store this November at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg.
  
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• Muon Discovery Moves Physicists One Step Closer to a Theoretical Showdown

  10-08-2023 17:34 via nytimes.com
  
  The deviance of a tiny particle called the muon might prove that one of the most well-tested theories in physics is incomplete.
  
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• Join fall trail cleanup Sept. 30 in Warrenville

  10-08-2023 17:08
  
  Warrenville's Bicyclist and Pedestrian Advisory Commission is looking for volunteers for a fall cleanup of a section of the West Branch DuPage River Trail.
  
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• Elgin to celebrate Eagle Scout's tree-planting project Saturday

  10-08-2023 17:08
  
  An Eagle Scout dedication ceremony will be held at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at Willow Creek Park, 551 Lucille Ave. in Elgin.
  
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• Here are what symptoms to watch for as EG.5, the new dominant COVID variant, spreads nationwide

  10-08-2023 17:07 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Following a rise in COVID cases and hospitalizations across the country this summer, as well as a “mini-surge” in the Chicago area, questions have surfaced about what precipitated the uptick and whether it can be traced to a specific variant. The EG.5 omicron subvariant, also commonly known as Eris, accounted for the largest number of U.S. COVID infections compared to...
  
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• Here are what symptoms to watch for as EG.5, the new dominant COVID variant, spreads

  10-08-2023 17:07 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Following a rise in COVID cases and hospitalizations across the country this summer, as well as a “mini-surge” in the Chicago area, questions have surfaced about what precipitated the uptick and whether it can be traced to a specific variant. The EG.5 omicron subvariant, also commonly known as Eris, accounted for the largest number of U.S. COVID infections compared to...
  
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• Two hurt, three in custody after 'isolated' shooting in Hoffman Estates

  10-08-2023 17:05
  
  Two teens wounded by gunfire and an adult in his early 20s are in custody awaiting charges as Hoffman Estates police continue to investigate a shooting Wednesday night, authorities said Thursday.
  
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• With a Grandchild on the Way, Chicago Beckoned. What Could They Get for Less Than $400,000?

  10-08-2023 16:51 via nytimes.com
  
  A couple of longtime Floridians searched the Windy City for a good location (preferably on Lake Michigan), ample bedrooms and minimal stairs. Here’s what they found.
  
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• Here's how you can get some pumpkin spice ahead of Starbuck's fall menu release

  10-08-2023 16:22 via nbcchicago.com
  
  This fall season marks 20 years since Starbucks created the Pumpkin Spice Latte and although the season hasn't started yet, you can get your first sip of the season early.
  
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• Chicago-area volunteers to assist with Maui wildfire recovery efforts

  10-08-2023 15:52 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Entire communities in the Hawaiian island of Maui were destroyed by hurricane-fueled wildfires that have already claimed 36 lives, marking the deadliest U.S. wildfire in five years. Multiple neighborhoods were obliterated, hundreds of buildings were lost and thousands were forced to evacuate as clouds of smoke enveloped the air. As of Thursday afternoon, firefighters continued to battle the stubborn flames,...
  
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• Access to ‘The Bean' will soon be limited as months-long construction project begins

  10-08-2023 15:03 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Those hoping to get an up-close look of Chicago’s iconic “Cloud Gate” sculpture, commonly known as “The Bean,” will likely be in for a bit of disappointment starting Tuesday, with a months-long construction project set to get underway. In a post its website, Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events said construction at Millennium Park’s Grainger Plaza, which surrounds...
  
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• How three communities are planning to beautify their towns

  10-08-2023 14:56
  
  A pollinator garden in Mundelein, restored natural area in Hawthorn Woods and reclaimed property in Buffalo Grove were among the projects publicly unveiled Wednesday.
  
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• Authorities identify 4 people killed in Crystal Lake shooting

  10-08-2023 14:50 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Authorities in suburban McHenry County have identified four people who died after a shooting in an unincorporated Crystal Lake residence on Wednesday morning.
  
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• Illinois iLottery player wins $1 million prize in Powerball drawing, officials say

  10-08-2023 13:25 via nbcchicago.com
  
  An Illinois Lottery player won a $1 million prize in Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing on a ticket they purchased online, officials say.
  
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• 3 in custody after teen injured in Hoffman Estates shooting

  10-08-2023 13:04 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Authorities in suburban Hoffman Estates say that three individuals are in custody after a teen was shot on Wednesday night.
  
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• Huntley Area Chamber introduces a flavorful hit: 'Mobile Monday' event series

  10-08-2023 13:00
  
  The Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce has been thrilled with the success of its newest event, "Mobile Monday."
  
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• Company issues alert for organic green kiwifruit over Listeria concerns

  10-08-2023 12:12 via nbcchicago.com
  
  A company has issued a safety alert after government testing raised concerns about Listeria-contaminated organic green kiwifruit that was sold in retailers across the U.S., including in Illinois and Indiana.
  
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• With a Grandchild on the Way, Chicago Beckoned. What Could They Get for Less Than $400,00?

  10-08-2023 11:00 via nytimes.com
  
  A couple of longtime Floridians searched the Windy City for a good location (preferably on Lake Michigan), ample bedrooms and minimal stairs. Here’s what they found.
  
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• The Many Costs of Shoplifting

  10-08-2023 11:00 via nytimes.com
  
  The cost is more than just economic.
  
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• Target recalls over 2.2M Threshold candles after reports of cracking glass

  10-08-2023 09:56 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Over 2.2 million candles are being pulled from Target’s shelves after the store announced that it will recall some of their Threshold candles.
  
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• Illinois State Fair delays opening of rides on event's first day

  10-08-2023 09:49 via nbcchicago.com
  
  The Illinois State Fair officially kicked off on Thursday, but fairgoers will not be able to hop on any rides just yet.
  
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• Questions remain unanswered after 4 people die in Crystal Lake shooting

  10-08-2023 08:24 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Plenty of questions remain unanswered after four people died and another was seriously injured in a shooting inside a residence in unincorporated Crystal Lake.
  
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• Illinois State Fair kicks off Thursday with theme days, discounts and more

  10-08-2023 08:02 via nbcchicago.com
  
  This Illinois State Fair will kick off Thursday with gates opening at 7am in Springfield to County Fairs and Horse Racing.
  
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• Taylor Swift will be performing in Indiana – here's how to attend

  10-08-2023 07:55 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Taylor Swift recently announced additional Eras Tour dates for U.S. and Canada – and she’s performing less than four hours from the Chicago area.
  
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• Body of Wilmette man pulled from Lake Michigan near Gillson Park

  10-08-2023 07:52 via nbcchicago.com
  
  The body of a 56-year-old Wilmette man was recovered from Lake Michigan off Gillson Park Wednesday evening.
  
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• Could feral cats solve Niles' rodent control issues? Officials are trying it

  10-08-2023 07:44 via nbcchicago.com
  
  A new pilot program being launched in suburban Niles will utilize the hunting skills of cats to take care of rats and other pests, officials announced this week.
  
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• Chicago-area Target stores allow shoppers to add Starbucks to drive-up orders

  10-08-2023 07:33 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Chicago-area Target stores will be among the first in the nation to offer customers the chance to add their favorite Starbucks items to their drive-up orders in coming weeks.
  
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• More than 70,000 rubber ducks will splash into the Chicago River on Thursday

  10-08-2023 06:49 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Thousands of rubber ducks will float along the Chicago River Thursday as they compete to cross the finish line in the city’s 2023 Chicago Ducky Derby.
  
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• More than 70,000 rubber ducks splash into the Chicago River

  10-08-2023 06:49 via nbcchicago.com
  
  Thousands of rubber ducks floated along the Chicago River as they competed to cross the finish line in the city’s 2023 Chicago Ducky Derby.
  
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• Protected bike lanes, slowed speed limits come to street in Ukrainian Village

  10-08-2023 06:23 via nbcchicago.com
  
  A stretch of Augusta Boulevard in the Ukrainian Village and West Town neighborhoods now features protected bike lanes and other features as part of a CDOT improvement program.
  
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• Dense fog advisory this morning, with clearing skies in afternoon

  10-08-2023 06:07 via nbcchicago.com
  
  A dense fog advisory has been issued for suburban portions of the Chicago area, and while it could impact commutes, it likely won’t stick around.
  
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• Off-duty Cook County Sheriff's officer in critical condition after shooting

  10-08-2023 05:51 via nbcchicago.com
  
  An investigation remains underway after an off-duty Cook County Sheriff’s Officer was shot near Midway Airport on Wednesday night, with the officer still in critical condition.
  
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• Embattled DuPage clerk's spending questioned by county board again

  10-08-2023 04:54
  
  A request by the embattled county clerk to buy a forklift raised questions at this week's DuPage County Board finance committee meeting.
  
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• Glenview woman accused of stealing from Ravinia Association

  10-08-2023 00:42
  
  A Glenview woman is accused of stealing more than $110,000 from the Ravinia Festival Association.
  
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• 14 more suburbs, DuPage County join program to become 'EV ready'

  10-08-2023 00:29
  
  ComEd announced a new rate option for nonresidential customers with EV charging Wednesday. The utility also announced the expansion of its EV Readiness program, a collaboration with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, to include Batavia, Elgin and Highland Park.
  
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