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Bleacher Nation

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Michael Reese Site Developers Make $10 Billion Pitch For Bears Stadium

The Sun-Times reports that developers have made a $10 billion (with a B!) pitch with a plan to make the former Michael Reese Hospital site the next home of the Bears. This isn’t the first time we’ve heard the former Michael Reese Hospital site floated as an option. Back in 2024, it joined a long list of options that have been presented to the team in its search for a future home. The Bears have since dismissed it as an option, citing safety concerns about it being built over an active rail line and the lot size being too small for what the team was hoping to build. Still, there are folks who want to take one last stab at it. And frankly, I admire their gumption. More from the Sun-Times story , which includes an anecdote about a sweetener that Capri Investment Group could toss in that certainly grabbed my attention: To further lure the Bears, Capri and its investment partners said they were willing to purchase the team’s Arlington Heights property it’s “the key impediment to the team staying Downtown and fairly considering Bronzeville,” Primo said. “There should be absolutely no reasons why the Bears and the NFL

Chicago, IL · 1d

bigten.org

One More Race to Indianapolis

With the announcements of the College Football Playoff expansion and next month marking the final Discover Big Ten Football Championship Game, Indianapolis will be home to the title game one last time. The two participants are yet to be determined, and with only a few weeks remaining, everything is to play for.

Rosemont, IL · 1d

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goredbirds.com

Volleyball Signs Trio on National Signing Day

NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State volleyball coach Allie Matters has signed a trio of high school standouts: Charlie Fleegle, Ruthley "Soso" Marin, and Kyla Ramler; to Financial Aid Agreements (formerly known as National Letters of Intent) and will begin their college volleyball careers in the fall 2027 season. "We...

Libertyville, IL · 2d

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ABC 7 Chicago

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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 · 9h

glenbrook225.org

GBN and GBS Stadium Renovation Update

As we approach the start of our stadium renovation projects at Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South, we want to share an update regarding the construction timeline and what students and families can expect. These exciting projects represent a significant investment in our athletic facilities and will provide enhanced experiences for our students, staff, and community for years to come.

Glenview, IL · 1d

lakecountypartners.com

Bath Concepts Celebrates New Libertyville Facility with Groundbreaking

Local leaders recently joined to celebrate Principle Construction’s groundbreaking for a new 611,146 sq. ft. manufacturing, warehouse and office facility for Bath Concepts Industries, LLC., a manufacturer of acrylic bathtubs and shower walls, at 1972 Rosenbach Parkway in Libertyville, Illinois. Bath Concepts currently has three facilities spread across Libertyville. The new facility will consolidate existing locations while providing ample room for growth on the 65-acre site, served by a dedicated private roadway. The master plan also paves the way for future expansion, including two additional buildings measuring 50,000 sq. ft. and 260,000 sq. ft.

Libertyville, IL · 2d

saintviator.com

Saint Viator Celebrates 14 College Athletic Commitments

Saint Viator High School celebrated 14 student-athletes at its fall Signing Day on November 11. The students have committed to continuing their academic and athletic careers at 13 colleges and universities. During the celebration, they took turns at the microphone to announce where they’ll compete next as family members, coaches, friends, and classmates cheered them on.

Arlington Heights, IL · 2d

mpo-mag.com

Nelipak Acquires Flexible Packaging Manufacturer Technipaq

Nelipak, a provider of healthcare packaging solutions, has completed the acquisition of Technipaq, a manufacturer of flexible, sterilizable packaging solutions for the healthcare, medical device, pharmaceutical, diagnostics, and life sciences industries. Headquartered in Crystal Lake, Illinois, Technipaq was founded in 1984 by Phillip J. and Janice Rosenburg. The company has...

Crystal Lake, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

Wheeling Apartment Complex Sells for $63 Million as Suburban Rents Keep Climbing

Foxboro Apartments, a sprawling residential complex at 470 Foxboro Drive in Wheeling, has sold for roughly $63 million, the latest sign that suburban Chicago's apartment market keeps drawing investor interest even as new construction lags behind demand. The nine-building property has spent the past several years quietly undergoing renovations, and now it's changed hands again in a deal that underscores just how tight the Chicago suburbs' rental market has become.

Wheeling, IL · 2d

Chicago Parents

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Step into Cleopatra's world: Immersive exhibition makes Chicago debut

The last queen of ancient Egypt is coming to the suburbs. “Cleopatra, The Immersive Exhibition” opens Friday, Nov. 20, at EXP Rosemont, marking the show's North American premiere. Key takeaways. The bigger picture: Cleopatra, The Immersive Exhibition makes its North American debut at EXP Rosemont on Friday, Nov....

Chicago, IL · 10h

inkfreenews.com

Collier’s Dance Faculty, Students Attend National Convention

WARSAW – Faculty and students from Debra Collier’s School of Dance in Warsaw recently attended the Chicago National Association of Dance Masters’ Workshop in Schaumburg, Ill. Studio owner and artistic director Kristina Collier, master dance educator, five faculty members and students ranging from novice to advanced participated...

Warsaw, IN · 1d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Hersey wins the IHSA 3A girls state cross country title

The IHSA 3A state girls cross-country meet has arrived downstate in Peoria on a sunny Saturday afternoon. Two Naperville Central runners, Maddie Calvey and Kaitlin Orf, are here to compete along with the Huskies of Naperville North. It’s the final cross-country meet for North head coach Dan Iverson as he will be retiring at the end of the school year after qualifying his team for state in 34 consecutive seasons, and the rest of the Huskies are here to support their legendary coach. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.

Naperville, IL · 3d

kanecountyconnects.com

Kids Dive Right Into New Nature Play Space at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve

Dozens of excited children wasted no time exploring the new Nature Play Space at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve in St. Charles. As soon as the ribbon was cut during the Nov. 9 grand opening, the kids rushed into the space and got right to playing. Developed by the Forest Preserve...

St Charles, IL · 1d

bestofsno.com

[HUMANS OF WEGO] The art of healing: How one student’s passion for nails helped her through loss

A familiar smell of acrylic and freshly polished nails fills the room. The soft buzz of nail drills echoes around the client as they sit on a white chair and rest their hands on a soft cushion. Across from them, Angelique Salinas greets them with the warmest smile. “I enjoy...

West Chicago, IL · 2d

plaidwa.com

The Woodlands Academy Survival Guide

Congratulations! You have been admitted to Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart, an all-girls, Catholic high school in Lake Forest, Illinois. Recently named the best all-girls and Catholic high school in Illinois, this school has things that make it truly special. And that is my job to explain. Welcome to the Woodlands Academy Survival Guide.

Lake Forest, IL · 2d

kanecountyconnects.com

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 · 2d

kanecountyconnects.com

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 · 2d

whatnow.com

Jibarito Time in Des Plaines Reopening Under New Ownership

In the Chicago area, jibarito sandwiches are not losing popularity anytime soon. Jibarito Time in Des Plaines at 935 E Oakton Street is now under new ownership following its recent closure. The concept has become a destination for Chicago-style plantain sandwiches. Business consultant Will Santiago told What Now Chicago the team is hoping to open in the next 30 days.

Des Plaines, IL · 20h

WBEZ

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Your car’s lost its pep? Pop open the hood, maybe a rat’s to blame.

A rat scampers across a grassy patch next to a paved lot at a shopping center in Niles, picks up a crab apple and carries the bitter little fruit under a parked car and upward — into the engine compartment. Soon, the rodent emerges empty-handed and repeats the drill...

Chicago, IL · 1d

glenbrook225.org

Five GBN Student-Athletes Commit to Playing College Sports

Congratulations to five Glenbrook North High School students who signed their letters of intent and became college athletes on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Sarah Anetsberger is committing to the University of Virginia to play field hockey. Maya Moser is committing to Denison University to play soccer. Alison Porta is committing...

Northbrook, IL · 2d