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• Demolition of Sears campus in Hoffman Estates could begin soon

  13-09-2023 23:48
  
  A day after a data center developer bought the 273-acre former Sears campus in Hoffman Estates, meetings were scheduled with village officials for next week to discuss demolition of the 2.4-million-square-foot office complex this fall.
  
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• Motorcyclist seriously injured in I-94 crash near Gurnee

  13-09-2023 23:21
  
  A man suffered serious injuries Wednesday in a motorcycle crash on eastbound Interstate 94 at mile marker 13 near Gurnee.
  
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• Lombard man charged with fleeing police, while intoxicated, through Carol Stream

  13-09-2023 22:54
  
  A Lombard man has been accused of speeding, intoxicated, through Carol Stream at more than 100 mph.
  
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• Immerse in the magic of Mexican folkart with alebrijes exhibit in Elgin

  13-09-2023 22:53
  
  About 100 people attended the Tuesday opening of the "Alebrijes: Creatures of a Dream World" exhibit at the Gail Borden Library in Elgin. The exhibit features 20 papercraft creations from the imaginations five Mexican artists and will be on display until January 2024.
  
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• Des Plaines man charged with stealing $2,000 bike during test ride

  13-09-2023 22:48
  
  A Des Plaines man was arrested on allegations he stole a $2,000 bicycle at Rivers Casino from someone who'd gone there to sell it, police said Wednesday.
  
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• Crash near Fox Lake car dealership sends motorcyclist to hospital

  13-09-2023 22:46
  
  A 41-year-old motorcyclist was hospitalized with critical injuries Tuesday after crashing into a car on Route 12 near a Fox Lake car dealership, according to police.
  
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• No surprise these high school football teams have rebounded

  13-09-2023 22:44
  
  The start of the high school football season has offered a couple of surprises -- most notably the 3-0 starts for Montini and Barrington.
  
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• Several Chicago smoke shops burglarized in overnight spree

  13-09-2023 22:08
  
  Four smoke shops in Chicago were burglarized in an overnight spree from Tuesday night to Wednesday morning, with the perpetrators escaping with more than $2,000 and thousands of dollars worth of merchandise.
  
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• Plan for potential migrant shelter in Roseland draws pushback from some residents

  13-09-2023 21:43
  
  A meeting attended by 21st Ward Ald. Ronnie Mosley with church leaders and Roseland residents was held Wednesday evening to discuss the potential for a migrant shelter in the area.
  
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• What kind of COVID-19 booster will you be getting? There's only one option now

  13-09-2023 20:56
  
  As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations begin to rise in the United States, recent approval from the CDC has paved the way for Americans to be inoculated with a new booster shot, as soon as Wednesday in some areas.
  
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• The Patten House Restaurant and Bar in Geneva closing after 10 years

  13-09-2023 19:54
  
  A decade after opening in one of Geneva's oldest homes, the Patten House Restaurant and Bar is closing.
  
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• Fall leaf colors depend on weather, experts say

  13-09-2023 19:52
  
  Arborists say unpredictable weather patterns this year in Illinois are having an effect on leaf colors this fall, causing earlier changes that may not be as vibrant.
  
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• Girls volleyball notes: Glenbard West, St. Francis look good on trips south

  13-09-2023 19:51
  
  Glenbard West and St. Francis enjoyed success on the volleyball court this past weekend at the Crossroads Classic in downstate Effingham.
  
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• Data center developer makes $950,000 offers for homes to be annexed into Elk Grove Village

  13-09-2023 18:56
  
  At long last, Elk Grove Village officials have voted to annex an unincorporated residential subdivision that's remained unscathed by surrounding industrial and commercial redevelopment since the 1950s.
  
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• New COVID-19 vaccine: When and where you can get the updated booster

  13-09-2023 18:34
  
  Following approval from federal officials earlier this week, updated COVID-19 vaccines are already being rolled out across the country as cases of the virus begin to rise in many areas.
  
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• Wood Dale woman wins $400,000 with scratch-off lottery ticket

  13-09-2023 17:40
  
  A $5 scratch off lottery ticket paid off big time for a Wood Dale woman who won $400,000.
  
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• Libertyville hosting public hearing Sept. 18 on affordable housing plan

  13-09-2023 17:39
  
  The Libertyville Plan Commission will hold a public hearing Monday, Sept. 18, to discuss a proposed attainable housing ordinance for the village.
  
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• Lake in the Hills names new assistant village administrator

  13-09-2023 17:39
  
  Lake in the Hills' director of parks and recreation has been named the new assistant village administrator.
  
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• West Chicago Mexican Independence Day parade canceled

  13-09-2023 17:38
  
  Due to the current safety guidelines and limitations on parade staging areas, the Mexican Cultural Center-DuPage has canceled this year's Mexican Independence Day parade set for Sept. 17.
  
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• Schaumburg Fall Recycling Event set for Oct. 7

  13-09-2023 17:38
  
  Schaumburg will host its annual Fall Recycling Event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, in the west parking lot of Wintrust Field, 1999 S. Springinsguth Road.
  
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• Northbrook Park District names new executive director

  13-09-2023 17:37
  
  Chris Leiner has been selected as the new executive director of the Northbrook Park District.
  
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• Longtime Northbrook resident Ron Bernardi served with a key to the village

  13-09-2023 17:37
  
  Sunset Foods employee Ron Bernardi, an 80-year-old, third-generation Italian American, is possibly the most popular person in Northbrook. The village board officially added to his legend by giving him a "Key to the Village" Tuesday.
  
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• Go crazy at this year's Glenview Blocktoberfest

  13-09-2023 17:37
  
  Brian Schafer had a simple reason for helping create Glenview's Blocktoberfest. "To bring the community together ... that's Blocktoberfest," Schafer said. The celebration runs from noon to 11 p.m. Sept. 30 on Glenview Road, between Church and Pine streets.
  
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• Another logistics building proposed for Glenview

  13-09-2023 17:37
  
  Dermody Properties is proposing a new LogistiCenter industrial development at the former CVS Caremark office building site at Sanders Road and the Interstate 294 Expressway.
  
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• Growing costs of migrant care tied to projected $538 million budget deficit

  13-09-2023 17:03
  
  Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Wednesday that the city of Chicago is facing a projected $538 million budget deficit for 2024 – a financial burden his administration blamed in part on the growing cost of caring for migrants.
  
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• Jim Nutt’s Art Remains a Mystery. Even to Him.

  13-09-2023 16:49 via nytimes.com
  
  In his first show of new work in over a decade, he creates studies of women and human emotion — irritation, fear, suspicion — from his own discomfort.
  
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• Woman killed, man injured after being struck by vehicle in Mundelein

  13-09-2023 16:26
  
  Two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle while crossing Butterfield Road in Mundelein late Tuesday, killing a 37-year-old woman and seriously injuring a 39-year-old man.
  
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• Boys soccer notes: West Aurora, Lisle among teams off to hot starts

  13-09-2023 15:16
  
  Pas Ndayishimiye had 42 starts coming into his junior year while the rest of the West Aurora roster had 44 combined.
  
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• Aurora police search for missing teenage boy

  13-09-2023 14:20
  
  Aurora police are seeking the public's assistance locating a missing teenage boy.
  
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• How to watch this weekend's Mexican Independence Day Parade live

  13-09-2023 14:06
  
  This weekend will mark a massive celebration as the annual Mexican Independence Day Parade steps off in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood -- and if you can't make it in person, we've got you covered.
  
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• As fall nears, Chicago approaches important milestone in march toward winter

  13-09-2023 13:46
  
  Residents in the Chicago area certainly recognize that the city has been receiving less sunlight lately, but we’re about to hit a noteworthy milestone in the march toward colder weather.
  
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• How to visit the Shedd Aquarium, other Chicago museums for free this fall

  13-09-2023 13:35
  
  Are you an Illinois resident? If so, you're in luck.
  
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• When will the new COVID vaccine be available? Timing, appointments and more

  13-09-2023 12:33
  
  A new COVID vaccine will soon be available for most U.S. residents following approval from federal officials this week, but when could shots actually go into arms?
  
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• Olivia Rodrigo announces 2024 world tour with Chicago date

  13-09-2023 12:07
  
  Three-time Grammy winning artist Olivia Rodrigo is coming to Chicago.
  
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• Waterspouts possible in Lake Michigan Wednesday, forecasters warn

  13-09-2023 10:04
  
  Waterspouts are possible in Lake Michigan Wednesday, including potentially in the Chicago area, forecasters warn.
  
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• Illinois is automatically mailing 66,000 people checks for unclaimed money. Are you one of them?

  13-09-2023 09:31
  
  Check your mail box: The checks could be worth as much as $5,000.
  
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• Surveillance video shows burglary suspects shattering glass door, burglarizing Logan Square shop

  13-09-2023 06:58
  
  A dispensary and two smoke shops across different Chicago neighborhoods were burglarized overnight, with at least one of the incidents caught on surveillance video.
  
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• Suspect in custody after holding person hostage at Old Town home, prompting SWAT standoff

  13-09-2023 06:13
  
  A suspect was in custody after he held a person hostage in a home, prompting a SWAT standoff early Wednesday in Old Town on the North Side.
  
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• LIVE: Chicago Fire lieutenant laid to rest with procession, funeral

  13-09-2023 05:45
  
  Several streets in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood are set to be closed Wednesday for the procession and funeral of Chicago Fire Department lieutenant Kevin Ward, who died after battling a blaze last month.
  
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• Downtown street closures planned as Chicago Fire Lieutenant laid to rest with procession, funeral

  13-09-2023 05:45
  
  Several streets in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood are set to be closed Wednesday for the procession and funeral of Chicago Fire Department lieutenant Kevin Ward, who died after battling a blaze last month.
  
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• Chicago Fire lieutenant laid to rest with procession, funeral

  13-09-2023 05:45
  
  Several streets in Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood are set to be closed Wednesday for the procession and funeral of Chicago Fire Department lieutenant Kevin Ward, who died after battling a blaze last month.
  
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• District 204 says $161,000 in fuel was saved in first year of new school boundaries

  13-09-2023 05:12
  
  Indian Prairie Unit District 204 officials said they saved $161,000 in fuel expenses in the first full year of redrawn school boundaries.
  
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• Girls soccer: Wire helps Crystal Lake South close out McHenry

  13-09-2023 04:41
  
  Tied at 23 in the third and final set, Crystal Lake South, predictably, turned to its big hitter against McHenry.
  
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• Boys soccer: Maloney, Melton power St. Charles East over Crystal Lake Central

  13-09-2023 04:19
  
  Aiden Maloney is finally getting his chance to shine.
  
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• Boys soccer: Senese clutch goal sends Metea Valley past Waubonsie Valley

  13-09-2023 04:18
  
  Michael Senese just wants to help his Metea Valley boys soccer team win.
  
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• Girls volleyball: Barrington sweeps Fremd in MSL opener

  13-09-2023 04:10
  
  Beginning its quest for a third Mid-Suburban League crown in four years, Barrington's girls volleyball team got off to a strong start on Tuesday night at Fremd.
  
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• Witness says ex-DCFS workers were 'ultimately responsible' for AJ's safety

  13-09-2023 02:36
  
  A former child protective specialist and his supervisor were "ultimately responsible" for the safety of a 5-year-old Crystal Lake boy killed by his parents in April 2019, a retired Illinois Children and Family Services administrator said Tuesday.
  
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• Authorities: Woman enlisted teens to steal from Oakbrook Center Macy's

  13-09-2023 02:06
  
  Officials said a 46-year-old woman enlisted two teen girls to steal more than $3,000 in merchandise from Macy's at Oakbrook Center.
  
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• Joliet man arrested on charges of gun, drug possession outside Naperville Topgolf

  13-09-2023 01:13
  
  Naperville police arrested a Joliet man who they say was in illegal possession of a gun and illegal drugs in the Topgolf parking lot.
  
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• Libraries in Schaumburg, Aurora latest targets of bomb threats

  13-09-2023 00:55
  
  Libraries in Schaumburg and Aurora evacuated patrons and closed Tuesday afternoon after receiving bomb threats, the latest in a string of threats targeting suburban libraries in recent weeks, officials said.
  
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