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New testing finds Legionella and chlorine concerns in Illinois town's water investigation

New testing by a nationally recognized water expert has found Legionella bacteria in one Illinois home's plumbing system and raised new concerns about chlorine levels in the village's water supply, adding to issues that residents have reported for more than a year.

Beaverville, IL · 22h

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Jerry Williams Elected Lake County’s First Black Sheriff

The sounds of James Brown, Sly & The Family Stone, and Stevie Wonder filled a Lake County banquet hall Tuesday night as supporters gathered to watch returns in a sheriff’s race that was setup to make history. Jerry Williams, a Gary native who spent more than three decades with...

Lake County, IN · 7d

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Gary’s Transformation Gains Momentum as Major Investments Reshape City’s Future

New transportation facilities, economic development projects and neighborhood revitalization efforts are positioning Gary for a new chapter of growth. A new chapter of development is taking shape in Gary, Indiana, as city leaders pursue major infrastructure investments, downtown revitalization projects and economic opportunities designed to strengthen the city’s future.

Gary, IN · 9h

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Gary attorneys earn repeat national recognition

Gary attorneys Michael E. Tolbert and Shelice R. Tolbert, partners at Tolbert & Tolbert, have once again earned national recognition for their accomplishments in the legal profession. The husband-and-wife team has been named to The National Black Lawyers Top 100, an invitation-only organization recognizing accomplished Black attorneys across the United States.

Gary, IN · 2d

Fox 32 Chicago

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Harvey daycare under state investigation after alleged roach video surfaces

FOX Chicago's Tia Ewing examines state records after a former employee posts videos allegedly showing roaches inside a Harvey daycare, prompting an investigation.

Harvey, IL · 1d

Country Herald

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Lake County, IN I-94 Closure Nov. 5: Overnight Delays Expected

INDOT warns of overnight delays as bridge beam installation restricts I-94 and closes US-6.

Lake County, IN · 7d

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Free turkey giveaway begins at five Chicagoland McDonald's locations

CHICAGO - A holiday food giveaway is bringing support to families at five McDonald’s locations across the Chicago area this week. The Black McDonald’s Operators Association of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana is holding its 26th annual Food for the Body & Spirit giveaway from Tuesday through Saturday. The...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Lawmakers seek solution for ‘culture of dishonesty’ within Illinois corrections

(The Center Square) – With years of safety complaints and incidents within the Illinois Department of Corrections, especially stemming from the Joliet Treatment Center, Illinois lawmakers Tuesday sought answers for how the department intends to improve conditions for inmates. More than 70 fires have been started over the last...

Illinois · 1d

The Crusader Newspaper

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Lake County Democrats score major election victories on November 4

Lake County voters delivered a string of Democratic victories Tuesday, November 3, electing Jerry Williams as the county’s first Black sheriff, returning Frank J. Mrvan to Congress and strengthening the party’s influence from Gary and Hammond to Dyer and Schererville. For voters in Gary and throughout Lake County,...

Lake County, IN · 5d

Country Herald

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Will County, IL Holiday Fun: Free Crafts, Campfires and S'mores

Families can enjoy seasonal events in Bolingbrook, Romeoville and Channahon beginning Dec. 1.

Will County, IL · 2d

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Legacy Foundation Grants for Public Spaces Across Lake County

In Lake County, the Merrillville-based Legacy Foundation recently announced seven projects will share $4 million in its “Love Where You Live” public spaces investment. The recipients are – Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana — Tolleston Legacy Park & Art Walk in Gary;. City of...

Lake County, IN · 2d

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Developer eyes Manhattan for fast food restaurant

The Village of Manhattan could soon get a new fast food restaurant if plans revealed at the most recent board meeting come to fruition. Ampler Development signed a letter of intent to purchase and develop the village-owned property at the corner of Brookstone Drive and Route 52 in Manhattan for a Taco Bell restaurant.

Manhattan, IL · 2d

ABC10

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Hundreds try to move Chicago's Bean sculpture in viral internet stunt

Chicago, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Crowd of hundreds try to push The Bean 7 inches to the left

Hundreds of people gathered in downtown Chicago Sunday to try to push the Bean seven inches to the left.

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Mount Greenwood Rink Gets New Chiller After Closure Scare Rattles Neighbors

Mount Greenwood Park Fieldhouse — Announced Learn-To-Skate Registration Venue. The outdoor ice rink at Mount Greenwood Park has a new chiller as the Chicago Park District gears up to open the facility for the season, easing fears in a neighborhood that was recently bracing for the rink to go dark for good. The equipment arrived just weeks after rumors of a possible closure sent local hockey families into a panic.

Chicago, IL · 4d

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Underwater Fiber Line From Chicago Lands at Jean Klock Park in Benton Harbor

United Federal Credit Union Headquarters — Project Connection Site. A high-speed internet cable running from Chicago to southwest Michigan under Lake Michigan is now coming ashore at Jean Klock Park in Benton Harbor, with crews laying new fiber lines that extend from the lake onto land. The park is one of two landing points for the project, known as Critical Crossings. The project also includes a connection point at United Federal Credit Union's headquarters in St. Joseph, where construction was still in progress on August 25, 2026.

Benton Harbor, MI · 4d

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Illinois Veterans Day closures for schools, banks and mail

Schools, banks, mail and state offices aren’t all following the same rules this Nov. 11, and the differences matter for working families. Many Illinois schools will be closed on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, but not all of them. Chicago Public Schools will not hold classes for students, and districts in Joliet and Waukegan will also close, while others, including Wilmette, will be open. Post offices, banks, Illinois Secretary of State facilities and state courts will be closed statewide.

Illinois · 1d

Block Club Chicago

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Ald. David Moore Faces 4 Challengers In 17th Ward Race

AUBURN GRESHAM — Incumbent David Moore is facing his most crowded race yet with four challengers vying to be the next 17th Ward alderperson — though his opponents could be knocked off the ballot. Moore’s challengers include violence prevention worker Raynetta Greenleaf, businessman and housing advocate Theodore Fulton...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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How to Pick the Right Chicago Neighborhood for Your Job and Lifestyle

Chicago is one of the easiest big cities to get wrong when you're choosing where to live, not because the neighborhoods are confusing, but because downtown Chicago isn't one job market. It's several, stacked on top of each other in different pockets. A nurse working rotating shifts at Northwestern Memorial...

Chicago, IL · 2d

American Songwriter

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Born 83 Years Ago Today in the Windy City, the Drummer Whose Band Went From the Top 5 to Making Commercials for Coca-Cola and the US Navy

On this day (November 9) in 1943, Lee Graziano was born in Chicago, Illinois. He is best known as the drummer for the 1960s pop band The American Breed. They notched a few top 40 hits in the mid-60s. Their biggest chart success was the 1967 single “Bend Me, Shape Me,” which landed in the top 10 in the United States and Canada. They also recorded jingles for major corporations, including Coca-Cola, Bell Telephone, the United States Navy, and American Airlines.

Chicago, IL · 2d