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Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Public feedback sought on Naperville’s proposed 5-year priorities plan

The future of the electric utility, planning around the I-88 corridor, and mobility improvements are among the themes and concepts included in Naperville’s new 5-year priorities plan that is set to begin next year and continue through 2031. The Naperville City Council on Wednesday, Nov. 4, approved a draft...

Naperville, IL · 3d
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Evanston shelves empty as state THC drink ban takes effect

On Thursday, the shelves where THC drinks were sold at Binny’s Beverage Depot on Chicago Avenue were empty after customers bought up the remaining product in the days before a new state law took effect. The same was true at Lucky Platter’s pantry store. The law, known as...

Evanston, IL · 3h
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Skokie Park District introduces a $53 million bond referendum

On Nov. 3rd, a $53 million referendum proposed by Skokie Park District will be on the voter ballot in Skokie. The proposal includes major renovations at Sports Park East and Channelside Park South, such as paths, green space, and new recreational facilities. The Skokie Park District plans to fund the...

Skokie, IL · 1d
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Skokie Legislator Leads Fight for Outside Oversight of Illinois Department of Corrections

If there were ever a Department that needed oversight, it is the Illlihois Department of Correction. I have written about the current lack of effective oversight, plus past efforts, here:. Now comes Skokie State Rep. Kevin Olickal with legislation to created a departmental ombudsman. Here is a summary of his...

Skokie, IL · 14h
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Kane County Board Designates Welsh Settlement House as Historic Landmark

The Kane County Board has approved landmark status for the Welsh Settlement House at 46W756 Jericho Road in Big Rock Township, adding the historic property to the Kane County Register of Historic Places. Built around the 1840s, the house is significant for its connection to Welsh immigrants who settled in...

Kane County, IL · 1d

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Kenosha County Marks Veterans Day With Ceremonies, School Programs and Community Gatherings

KENOSHA, Wis. (WLIP)— Communities across Kenosha County are observing Veterans Day on Wednesday with a series of ceremonies, school programs and public gatherings honoring the service and sacrifice of military veterans. The day’s events began early with a Veterans Day breakfast and observance at Wilmot Union High School. Breakfast...

Kenosha County, WI · 1d

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Friday, November 13 | Batavia Holiday Lantern Walk

On Friday, November 13, from 5pm-9pm, Batavia MainStreet will present its annual Holiday Lantern Walk. Batavia’s downtown shops are ready to welcome you with festive decorations and holiday treasures. More than 30 businesses will stay open late, giving you a head start on your shopping – or the perfect chance to scout out gifts for everyone on your list.

Batavia, IL · 1d

WBBM News Radio

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Hobby rocket causes a commotion in McHenry County

Hobby rocket causes a commotion in McHenry County

Woodstock, IL · 1d

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Illinois GOP faces calls for overhaul after major midterm losses

CHICAGO - CHICAGO - Republicans in Illinois are feeling the effects of major losses in the midterm elections. Their most recent lieutenant governor candidate, Aaron Del Mar, is unveiling his plan to rebuild the party. Del Mar calls for GOP overhaul. What we know. On Monday, Del Mar called for...

Illinois · 3d

Country Herald

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Kane County, IL Election Update: 12 Complaints Investigated

Prosecutors reviewed concerns involving campaign activity, ballots and polling place procedures.

Kane County, IL · 3d

elginobserver.com

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Elgin Green Expo Returns Saturday for an Annual Sustainability Celebration

ELGIN, IL — The Elgin Green Expo returns Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Edward Schock Centre of Elgin (100 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL). The free, family-friendly event brings together policy leaders, local businesses, environmental experts, and interactive exhibits to showcase practical ways residents can adopt sustainable living in Elgin and the Fox Valley area.

Elgin, IL · 2d

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Kane County Board Marks Hampshire's 150th Anniversary

A village’s 150-year milestone was more than a celebration of history. It was a tribute to the generations of families, farmers, business owners and neighbors who have made the Village of Hampshire home. That was especially evident Nov. 10, when several Hampshire residents gathered at the Kane County Board...

Hampshire, IL · 1d

The Center Square

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Illinois news in brief: Northwestern antisemitism coalition calls out exclusion of Wildcats for Israel; Pritzker pauses public events; Chicago report touts taxpayer-funded youth impact

Northwestern antisemitism coalition calls out exclusion of Wildcats for Israel The Coalition Against Antisemitism at Northwestern University says the school has launched a formal investigation after a discrimination complaint against Spoon University's Northwestern chapter. Spoon canceled its Cultural Food Fest last week due to backlash from three groups over the inclusion of Wildcats for Israel, a student-led organization dedicated to educating the Northwestern community about Israel. The coalition noted that Northwestern's November 28, 2025 federal resolution agreement followed the federal government's freeze of more than $1 billion in university research funding amid investigations into antisemitism and other compliance concerns. “It is chilling that in 2026, at my own alma mater, we are witnessing Jewish and Israeli students being singled out and excluded from a celebration of cultural diversity,” said Northwestern alumna Wendy Sachs in a statement. Pritzker pauses public events Gov. J.B. Pritzker has paused public events due to an outpatient urology procedure scheduled on Monday. Matt Hill, the governor’s deputy chief of staff for communications, said this is the standard and final follow-up to the same procedure he completed in May 2026. Later that month, the governor said he went to a Springfield hospital after he felt something that

Illinois · 3d

Positively Naperville

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Photo Gallery: Naperville Veterans Day Ceremony 11/11/2026

At 11AM on Wednesday, Nov. 11, Veterans, families and neighbors gathered at Veterans Park, 303 E. Gartner Road, to honor everyone who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Always remember “11-11-11.” American Legion Post 43 and Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873 hosted the annual observance. Before the ceremony began, the Naperville Municipal Band played […]

Naperville, IL · 1d

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Women of Note to bring free holiday music to venues in Evanston and Wilmette

Women of Note, the spirited North Shore women’s chorus, will bring ’Tis the Season, its 2026 winter concert, to three Evanston residences for seniors and a community center in Wilmette in December. All three Evanston performances will take place during the same week and all are free. At...

Evanston, IL · 1d

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Veterans Day honors across Chicagoland

Communities across Chicagoland honored veterans with a parade in Aurora and a ceremony at Soldier Field in Chicago, recognizing those who served and sacrificed.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Ryan Field panel reports progress but no resolution on noise, other issues

With four football games under their belts and only one left this year, city and Northwestern University officials reported making progress on noise and other operational issues at the new Ryan Field, though members of the town-gown Community Advisory Council still had problems to work through Wednesday in their last meeting of the year.

Evanston, IL · 19h

Country Herald

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Illinois Pace Bus Drivers Honored for 584 Million Safe Miles

Pace celebrates more than 650 current and former operators with a combined 584 million safe miles.

Illinois · 2d

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Commission endorses Elks Park urban farm, data center moratorium

The city’s Land Use Commission on Wednesday night recommended two proposals for City Council approval, one for the creation of an urban farm at Elks Park in south Evanston, and another for a one-year moratorium on data centers. In 2023, local nonprofit Evanston Grows won $350,000 in participatory budgeting...

Evanston, IL · 18h

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Back to the Roaring ’20s with the Historical Society of Forest Park

St. Angela School is more than a place where students learn—it is a community where children are known, supported, challenged, and encouraged to be It’s January 16, 1920, and Forest Park is getting ready for one last night of legal drinking! At midnight, Prohibition takes effect, banning the manufacture, sale, and transportation of intoxicating liquor. For a village known as the “Watering Hole of the Western Suburbs,” things are about to get interesting.

Forest Park, IL · 1d