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Wheaton Celebrates the Holiday Season with Lights, Parade and Tree Lighting

Downtown Wheaton will shine bright Friday, Nov. 27, 2026, as three holiday traditions return to welcome the season. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy an evening of festive lights and holiday cheer with the Night of Lights in Adams Park, the annual Wheaton Christmas Parade and the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Wheaton, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Honoring Naperville’s global guardians

When NCTV17 tells a story, the goal is always centered right here at home, shining a light on the people, passion, and spirit that make Naperville thrive. But every so often, a story begins in our neighborhood and creates ripples that reach around the world. Global inspiration through sport. One...

hillside-il.org

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25th Commemorative Breakfast Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Please join the Village of Hillside at our 25th Commemorative Breakfast Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 18, 2027 at 9:00am at the Best Western in Hillside (4400 N. Frontage Road). Doors will open at 8:30am. Tickets are available for purchase at the Hillside Village Hall (425...

Hillside, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

Rolling Meadows, Palatine mayors want 'seat at the table' of potential Bears stadium authority

Two more northwest suburbs will formally request seats at the table of a potential Bears stadium authority that could come out of the upcoming fall veto session in Springfield.

Rolling Meadows, IL · 1d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Morton Arboretum’s 14th ‘Illumination’ aglow with northern lights

The Morton Arboretum puts nature in a new light this holiday season with its 14th year of Illumination. “It’s definitely The post Morton Arboretum’s 14th ‘Illumination’ aglow with northern lights appeared first on NCTV17 .

Lisle, IL · 2d

The Cool Down

3 tornadoes leave Illinois homeowners weighing generators against battery backups

"Don't just put it in there and assume everything's fine."

North Aurora, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Naperville Park District proposing tax, fee increases for 2027 budget

Naperville Park District officials are planning increases to the property tax levy and program fees to help fortify the proposed $105.8 million spending plan for the year ahead. A presentation on the district’s 2027 operating budget, as well as the corresponding 2026 levy, was presented at a park board meeting...

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Rockford Register Star

Byron, Rochelle bow out to strong foes in football state quarterfinals

Byron bowed out at the hands of Elmhurst IC Catholic in the Class 3A state football quarterfinals on Saturday, Nov. 14, while Rochelle was knocked out by a strong Coal City squad in a 4A quarterfinal at around the same time. It was a rough ending for two of the hottest teams in the Rockford area headed into the quarters. More Rockford-area football: Here's how 4 Rockford-area football teams look to get to the semis "It's tough, really tough," Byron head coach Jeff Boyer said. "It's just tough to see all these guys go, especially the seniors. They've worked hard, most of them for eight years in this program. It's just tough." Here is more on the setbacks that sent these two Rockford-area teams into the offseason. IC Catholic 33, Byron 14 Byron will not make it to its fifth state championship game in the past seven years, nor will it win its fourth 3A state title in the last six years. IC Catholic made sure of that. Both teams were playing with backup quarterbacks due to undisclosed reasons, and Byron trailed for the first time this year when IC Catholic's new QB Will Schmidt capped off the game's first

Rochelle, IL · 6h

southwestregionalpublishing.com

Summit’s Maple & Mozza pairs scratch-made brunch with Italian dinners

A new restaurant on Archer Road in Summit is serving the kind of food its owner says people would otherwise go to downtown La Grange to get. Maple & Mozza opened in October at 6151 S. Archer Road. It serves breakfast and brunch from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 3 to 10 p.m., with a happy hour and wine specials from 4 to 6 p.m.

Summit, IL · 1d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Naperville hits the Monopoly map with local game edition

Naperville’s very own Monopoly edition is ready for play. Community members got a first look at the board at its launch on Thursday, where Mr. Monopoly himself welcomed visitors in. Classic board game with a local twist. Officials with Top Trumps USA, which creates the local editions in collaboration...

oakpark.com

The heart of Hemmingway will take its final beats this month

After 25 years, Hemmingway’s Bistro is saying its final “Au Revoir” to Oak Park. The French restaurant at 211 N. Oak Park Ave., is owned and operated by Chef Christopher Ala and his wife Lucia Ala. For over two decades it has been a testament to resilience...

Oak Park, IL · 1d

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Oak Park resident shares use of AI in her journey as a caregiver

Anita Charlot answered a phone call from her mother during a snowstorm in 2020. Her mom was in a car, and she did not know how to get home. Charlot’s mother was later diagnosed with dementia, and she became her caregiver. The woman she described as fiercely independent, who always took care of her own business, was no longer in a position to do so and did not completely understand why.

Oak Park, IL · 2d

Riverside Brookfield Landmark

Brookfield may move downtown worker parking across the tracks

Brookfield officials are considering restructuring parking along the BNSF railroad tracks west of the intersection of Grand Boulevard and Brookfield, Fairview and Prairie avenues to create more parking space north of the tracks for visitors and commuters. Deputy Police Chief Jim Mihalik presented a proposed revision to village code on...

Brookfield, IL · 1d

foresthillmessenger.com

Goodberlet Home Services Advises Homeowners on New Nicor Gas Rates

KANKAKEE, IL - November 13, 2026 - PRESSADVANTAGE - Goodberlet Home Services, a family-owned HVAC, plumbing, and electrical company, is advising northern Illinois homeowners on how new Nicor Gas rates taking effect November 16 change the makeup of winter heating bills. The guidance follows the Illinois Commerce Commission's October 15 approval of a settlement in the utility's 2026 rate case.

Kankakee, IL · 1d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Santa’s Sleigh Tour in Naperville shortens schedule this year

The annual Santa’s Sleigh Tour in Naperville is taking a different route this year, condensing the typical 12 nights down to six longer, three-hour evenings. The tour, featuring Mr. and Mrs. Claus, runs from Saturday, Nov. 28 through Thursday, Dec. 3, beginning at 5 p.m. each night. “Construction in...

Riverside Brookfield Landmark

Brookfield’s village manager announces his retirement

Tim Wiberg, Brookfield’s village manager, announced his retirement from his role on Friday, Nov. 13. Wiberg’s last day as village manager will be Jan. 31, 2027. Assistant Village Manager Stevie Ferrari will serve as interim village manager beginning Feb. 1, 2027, until a permanent replacement has been hired following a nationwide search by the village board, according to a village press release.

Brookfield, IL · 1d

northcentralcardinals.com

North Central Claims Decisive 45-1 Victory Over Carthage

Contact: Taiah Gallisath-Poklop, Associate Director of Athletics Communications, 630-637-5302. Nov. 12, 2026 – Hosting its second College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin match in a matter of days, the North Central College women's wrestling team turned in a powerful performance against Carthage College, claiming a 45-1 victory over the Firebirds. The Cardinals move to 3-0 in dual action and are 2-0 against CCIW opponents.

Naperville, IL · 2d

unearththevoyage.com

Johnnie’s Beef In Elmwood Park Still Makes Locals Wait In Line For Italian Ice

Some of the best meals in Illinois hide behind plain little walls and hand-lettered signs you could drive past a hundred times. I almost did, until I noticed a line of people stretching out the door on a random weeknight. My stomach decided before my brain did, and I pulled...

Elmwood Park, IL · 1d

hoodline.com

Magna-Tiles Set to Begin Construction on 245,000-Square-Foot Bolingbrook Headquarters

Magna-Tiles, the magnetic building toy beloved by kids at home and in classrooms everywhere, is building a sprawling new headquarters in Bolingbrook, and construction is set to start this month. The new facility will rise at Carlow Corporate Center as part of the company's expansion, bringing its office staff and warehouse functions under one roof.

Bolingbrook, IL · 1d

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