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Accumulating lake effect snow possible in South Chicago suburbs Thursday and Friday

Chicago’s first snow of the 2026-27 season could come Thursday night into Friday, according to predictions from the National Weather Service (NWS). Here’s the kicker—what was previously projected to amount to a few flurries could turn into up to an inch of accumulation in some areas. Here’s a breakdown of the forecast and what to expect. “Slushy accumulations” of lake effect snow possible late Thursday into Friday The NWS issued a Special Weather Statement Thursday morning for Southern and Eastern portions of Cook County, as well as portions of Northwest Indiana and areas along the Illinois I-57 corridor. The weather statement predicts accumulating lake effect snow beginning Thursday night and continuing into Friday morning. The NWS notes that a “band” of rain will turn into snow overnight, causing “localized slushy accumulations” along its path. The rainy and snowy mix could impact the Friday morning commute. “Those driving late tonight through Friday morning should allow for extra travel time and plan for potentially slick roads and sudden sharp visibility reductions,” said the NWS. Areas south and east of Chicago could see highest accumulations According to NWS predictions, areas south and east of Chicago could see the highest accumulations of snow Thursday

Chicago, IL · 1d
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St. Charles Lawsuits Allege Salvation Army Kept Warned Youth Pastor

Two women have filed separate Cook County lawsuits accusing The Salvation Army and affiliated organizations of leaving Brian Davis in ministry after repeated warnings about his conduct with girls. Davis was a youth pastor at the organization’s Tri City Corps in St. Charles. The suits allege he groomed and sexually abused girls in church youth programs in the late 1990s.

Cook County, IL · 21h
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Holiday fun at the Rialto Square Theatre – Part 2

Home for the Holidays, the Rialto Square Theatre’s annual season of festive special events, kicks off this month in downtown Joliet. The spectacular lineup of family-friendly shows includes revival screenings of classic holiday films, special performances by well-known artists and all-ages shows by up-and-coming performers. Join us as we...

Joliet, IL · 21h
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Share of Chicago Property Tax Revenues Claimed by TIF Funds Grew 2.1% in 2025: Report

The share of property taxes collected by Cook County and then claimed by Chicago’s tax increment finance districts increased by just 2.1% in 2025, the smallest increase in five years, according to a report by Cook County Clerk Monica Gordon. In all, $1.62 billion poured into the city’s 108...

Chicago, IL · 2d
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Township Attrocities: Reed Township – No General Assistance Recipients, But $179,000 in the Bank

From By Bob Anderson, former McHenry Township Trustee. boberwl@gmail.com. These Tiny Townships are out of date 1800s government bodies, have virtually zero oversight, and do not deliver their two duties of property assessments and general assistance aid. 1* Property Assessment: In townships with less than 500 residents property is assessed...

Will County, IL · 2d

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Joliet Park District Names New Executive Director

The Joliet Park District Park Board of Commissioners announced the appointment of Sean Caddigan as its new Executive Director, effective Jan. 1, 2027, through Dec. 31, 2029. In this role, Caddigan will oversee all district operations, programs, and services while providing leadership and guidance to the park district team to advance district goals, enhance park and recreation opportunities for the community, and ensure continued success, according to a press release from the park district.

Joliet, IL · 1d

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Student-led organization Womenhelpwomen works to fight period poverty; how you can contribute to its efforts during their annual Homemade Pie Drive

Madi Hilligoss was a freshman at Glenwood High School when she decided to do something about period poverty. After learning about the challenges some women face when trying to afford menstrual hygiene products, she founded Womenhelpwomen in 2024. The student-led organization collects and donates menstrual products and other hygiene necessities to people in need throughout the community.

Glenwood, IL · 22h

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Beyond Wonderland brings its immersive festival experience to the Midwest in 2027

Beyond Wonderland is venturing out to the Chicagoland suburbs next year, an unexpected twist that steps away from the city and into a new camping festival experience. Beyond Wonderland Midwest will take place from June 10th-13th at Chicagoland Speedway. This exciting expansion brings the festival away from the city of Chicago and into Joliet, Illinois, a suburb about an hour from downtown that will be transformed into a magical land of wonder. Previously this festival was only two days, and this move allows it to be a full four-day camping extravaganza, stacked with immersive experiences and a lineup we’re dying to see.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Letter - Hospitals renew MA sales pitch while dropping popular plans

Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15-Dec. 7. At this time especially, seniors are targeted with a ceaseless barrage of TV advertising for Medicare Advantage plans. These commercials are allowed to mislead and lie by omission, as I detail in my letters to The Hinsdalean of Nov. 7, 2023, and Oct. 17, 2024, easily accessed online.

Hinsdale, IL · 1d