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Lake County residents fight $18B data center project in court

A judge is hearing arguments on a motion to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to block an $18 billion data center project in Grayslake. Neighborhood groups accuse the village and developers of violating zoning laws, due process and the Open Meetings Act while raising concerns about noise and environmental impacts. The...

Grayslake, IL · 3h
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Nobody won, and Oak Park lost

As we write this, the votes on the village advisory referendum have not been counted. We don’t know who “won” or who “lost.” Whatever numbers come out of this referendum vote, the one clear loser is Oak Park. When a municipal ballot takes on one...

Oak Park, IL · 2d
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Suburban voters say yes to bonds, no to new tax

Suburban voters say yes to bonds, no to new tax

Lake Zurich, IL · 1d

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Things To Do This Weekend November 6-8, 2026

November in Lake County has a way of pulling people in two directions at once. On one side, there is the pull toward company: a flannel-clad bar crawl through downtown Fox Lake, a champagne stroll in Antioch with a mimosa bar you build yourself, and a shock-rock legend taking over the Genesee Theatre stage on Sunday night. On the other, there is the pull toward quiet: a full day of sound baths, yoga and silence among the horses in Lake Villa. And for anyone who has been waiting for the first real chill to justify a night at the theater, Arendelle has arrived in Lincolnshire, with a winter-long run of “Frozen” that is only getting started.

Lake County, IL · 1d
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Lake Geneva school community stunned after referendum fails by just one vote

A referendum for Woods School near Lake Geneva failed by the slimmest of margins on Election Day. 297 people voted for it, but 298 people voted against it.

Lake Geneva, WI · 1d

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Democrats Attack Elected Officials’ Salary Increases, Plus Non-Existent “Deficit”

A stand alone ad coming via email from the Northwest Herald and paid for by the McHenry County Democratic Central Committee can be seen below:. The County Board did raise the salaries of elected officials. But the the “deficit” to which the ad refers is the result of Administrative staff...

Mchenry County, IL · 3d

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This Massive Wisconsin Flea Market Is So Enormous You’ll Need An Entire Day To Explore

There are places in Wisconsin that make you feel like you’ve discovered a secret, and the Wilmot Flea Market in Wilmot is absolutely one of them, except the secret is out and apparently everyone already knows. The parking lot is your first clue that something serious is happening here.

Kenosha County, WI · 1d

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Chicago selects 50-foot spruce from Kane County as Christmas tree

Officials have picked the official 2026 Chicago Christmas tree, which will make a trip eastward from the suburbs.

Chicago, IL · 3d

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Plan Your Thanksgiving in the Elgin Area

Need some help with Thanksgiving this year? Keep reading to see what Elgin Area restaurants and businesses are ready to help prepare a full Thanksgiving dinner, other goods to bring along, or are open on Thanksgiving!. Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving. Bennigan’s: Need somewhere to go for Thanksgiving? Come to Bennigan’s...

Elgin, IL · 1d

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No tricks, all treats for Sun City

It was all treats for Sun City this spooky season. Local Halloween events brought the community together, as residents, grandkids, and neighbors united to celebrate. This year, the Grandma, Grandpa, and Me charter club (GG&Me) Halloween party saw a record-breaking turnout, with over 125 grandchildren officially registered for the festivities. According to GG&Me treasurer Debra Krzeminski, there were also 97 grandparents, 79 parents, and 10 toddlers under age two. “Babies matter because my 15-month-old granddaughter had fun looking at everything,” said Pam Mosier, president of the charter club.

Huntley, IL · 1d

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Coroner Awarded Nearly $1 M to Fund On-site Forensic Science Center

The Kane County Coroner's Office (Illinois) has been awarded $963,000 to fund an on-site forensic science center. The initiative, in partnership with the Kane County Sheriff’s Office and the Kane County State’s Attorney's Office, is aimed at generating faster leads in criminal investigations, streamlining the process of obtaining information related to pending court cases, and help determine the cause of death in a timely manner for bereaved families.

Kane County, IL · 2d

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Illinois school budget blunders and corruption raise questions about taxpayer oversight

Illinois · 3h

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New Rookies Pub Under Construction Near Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg

Bar food and ice cold drinks will be on the menu at this restaurant under construction in the village. Rookies Pub & Grill is entering a new chapter with another location coming to 1416 N Roselle Road in Schaumburg. This is the eighth Rookies location from Bob Karas and his restaurant group. An opening date hasn’t been set, but construction at the building is well underway.

Schaumburg, IL · 2d

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Schaumburg toddler visits all 63 U.S. national parks | ChicagoLIVE Prime-Time

FOX Chicago's JD Rudd interviews the parents of a Schaumburg toddler who visited all 63 U.S. national parks by 19 months old, potentially setting a world record.

Schaumburg, IL · 14h

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Gateway Taps a Lake County Fundraiser and Planner to Lead New GTC Office

(WGTD)---A woman with a background in philanthropy, higher education and workforce development in Lake County has been picked to fill a new position at Gateway Technical College. Laura Gergely will become Gateway's first Vice President of Advancement & Strategic Partnerships, according to an email from Gateway President Veronique Tran. Most...

Kenosha, WI · 1d

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Prairie path to connect to Forest Park

The long-awaited prairie path extension into Forest Park is on its way to reality. The Illinois Prairie Path hosted its annual members meeting on Nov. 1 in Wheaton — where the middle of the 61 miles of crushed stone path sits. Among other updates, the group revealed plans for extending the prairie path past its eastern trailhead in Maywood to the CTA Blue Line terminal.

Forest Park, IL · 3d

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Wheaton, IL Recycling Program Now Open Through February 2027

Wheaton residents can recycle unwanted holiday lights and extension cords at a city drop-off site.

Wheaton, IL · 1d

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Kane County Residents Join Algonquin Township Republicans in Opposing District 300 Referendum, But Sign Posted in Distict 155

At my Algonquin Township Precinct 1, I took some photos. One raised the question: “Why was this sign in front of my precinct?”. Paid for by the People of Kane County. None of Crystal Lake is in the District 300 Unit School District. The sign bought and posted by...

Kane County, IL · 2d

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Democrats Take Two Countywide Offices: County Clerk Joe Tirio’s & County Superintendent of Schools Diana Hartmann’s

Here are the results for County Clerk where Democrat Bill McNeese defeated incumbent Republican Joe Tirio 51.43% to 48.57%. Democrat Bridget Belcastro defeated incumbent Republican Diana Hartmann 52.05% to 47.95%. Never before have Democrats held these offices.

Mchenry County, IL · 2d