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Mount Prospect Narrows Field to Four Builders for Vacant Chase Bank Tower

Mount Prospect is interviewing four development groups that submitted plans to redevelop the vacant former Chase Bank building at 111 E. Busse Ave., with one team already in front of the Village Board and three more scheduled in the week ahead. The village, which has owned the empty six-story office building since buying it for $5 million in May 2025, says it still has not picked a developer or approved any redevelopment proposal for the downtown site.

Mt Prospect, IL · 3d
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Axios Chicago

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We put Northwestern's new $870 million Ryan Field to the test

Northwestern spent $870 million building a football stadium with luxury amenities, gourmet food, spectacular views and a design intended to keep the noise inside. But does it all live up to the hype? The big picture: We headed to Evanston Saturday night for the Wildcats' game against Iowa to put the new Ryan Field through a stress test. The verdict: Pretty tremendous. The stadium is a winner, even without a luxury ticket. But the high-tech concessions and neighborhood noise controls still have some kinks to work out. What they're saying: Pat Ryan Jr., CEO of Ryan Sports Development, compares opening the stadium to watching a dog learn to swim — lots of splashing before finding its rhythm. "We're not at cruising speed yet, but we're not splashing around as much," Ryan says. The view from the endzone while the Wildcats warm up before the game. Photo: Justin Kaufmann/Axios 🏈 The view Northwestern has gone to great lengths to ensure fans sitting in the upper deck have an experience comparable to those in the luxurious "Living Room" section at the 50-yard line. Zoom in: Entering Ryan Field was a fairly standard experience, but once inside, you're immediately greeted with a view

Evanston, IL · 1d

Secret Chicago

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A new free holiday food festival is coming to Chicagoland this Christmas season—less than 1 hour from downtown

The holidays in Chicago are almost here, and we’ve got another fun-filled event for you to keep on your radar that’s sure to put you in the spirit of the season. The inaugural Great Chicago Holiday Food Festival is taking over Northwestern University’s Ryan Field from November 27 through December 27. Here’s a sneak peek at all the fun. The Great Chicago Holiday Food Festival comes to The Village at Ryan Field The Great Chicago Holiday Food Festival will bring a full month of seasonal eats, artisan vendors, and Christmas cheer to The Village at Ryan Field. The Village is a walkable outdoor district adjacent to Ryan Field with 6 pavilions hosting pop-ups from popular local restaurants. The holiday food festival will feature seasonal bites from the likes of Publican Quality Bread, Frontera, Gibson’s Steakhouse, and others. Guests can warm up with a festive cocktail or beer at the Holiday Hall bar, complete with toasty fireplaces and beer garden-style seating. After grabbing something to eat, guests can explore a quaint holiday vendor market, with gifts and stocking stuffers galore. The Village will be decked out with holiday lights and decorations making for some unforgettable photo ops. And the best part?

Chicago, IL · 2d
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Waukegan's Vista Medical Center placed on EMS bypass after owner fails to make payroll

Ambulance trips from Waukegan could take four to five times longer after the state placed Vista Medical Center East on full EMS bypass following another failure by its owner to make payroll.

Waukegan, IL · 1d

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Worth Park District commissioner honored for 10 years of service

Worth Park District Commissioner Melissa Nagel was recently recognized for 10 years of service during the Illinois Association of Park Districts’ annual Best of the Best Gala in Wheeling. Appointed to the board in 2016, Nagel has played an important role in the growth and development of the Worth...

Worth, IL · 1d

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Home care industry lauds new law

(CAPITOL CITY NOW) – In 2027 the youngest baby boomers turn 63, and the oldest turn 81. And demand for care services is through the roof. Steiner, owner of the Right at Home franchise in Grayslake, has a vested interest in a new law requiring assisted-living facilities to refer people to licensed home care companies such as his, as opposed to unlicensed, or “grey market” providers.

Grayslake, 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 · 1d

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Here in Evanston: The fountain and the square

Fountain Square can seem deserted when it’s cold and windy, with vacant tables and chairs, scuttling leaves and the occasional pedestrian on the way to someplace else. In the warmer months — and in times of political strife — residents and others gather to listen and dance to music, participate in cultural festivals or stand in solidarity with others for peace and justice.

Evanston, IL · 2d

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 · 1d

NBC Chicago

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Illinois Holocaust Museum set to reopen this week after renovations

After closing for more than a year to remodel, the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center will reopen its Skokie location Wednesday with new exhibits and improved visitor experiences. “When the world feels in crisis, people look to history for lessons on resilience, on survival, on how to navigate tough...

Skokie, IL · 1d

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A Salute to Our Veterans: Elgin Area Veterans Day Ceremonies and Events

Veterans Day, celebrated on November 11th each year, is a time to honor and thank those who have served our country. The Elgin area offers a variety of events and ceremonies to commemorate this important day. Here’s a look at some of the highlights:. Ceremonies. Dundee Township Park District’s...

Elgin, IL · 1d

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Parent group poll of 665 Evanston voters shows opposition to District 65 plans

A poll released Monday by the parent group For a Brighter Evanston showed that most of the 665 registered Evanston voters it surveyed oppose Evanston/Skokie School District 65’s current plan for addressing budget deficits. The survey also showed support for holding off on closing schools until the district has longer-term plans, according to a Monday morning press release.

Evanston, IL · 1d

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District 65 board debates budget cut plan again amid community backlash

The Evanston/Skokie District 65 school board held a lengthy discussion Monday night about the district’s proposed budget cut plan, with several board members questioning administrators’ priorities. Board President Nichole Pinkard, Vice President Chris Van Nostrand and member Maria Opdycke asked more questions and expressed more skepticism about the...

Evanston, IL · 20h

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​Honoring Those Who Serve: Kane County Recognizes Veterans and Those Who Support Them

More than two dozen people gathered at the American Legion Post in Geneva for a special Veterans Day tribute honoring the veterans and community partners who help make the Kane County Veterans Treatment Court a success. The luncheon and presentation, held ahead of Veterans Day, recognized individuals who have dedicated...

Kane County, IL · 16h

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Letter: Mayoral candidates should address schools issue

I have no particular interest in any of the mayoral candidates, and my only connection to the Evanston schools is that I have three grandchildren in elementary school. I read the recent story about the six candidates and followed the links to their websites and was very surprised to find that most of the candidates had little to no mention of schools in their priorities.

Evanston, IL · 1d

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Democrats Claim a Seat at McHenry County’s Table

Illinois county votes for Democratic gubernatorial candidate for first time since 1852. McHenry County, the reddest of the collar counties surrounding Chicago, is riding the blue wave that swept through the political world this week. Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker became the first Democratic governor to carry the county since 1852,...

Mchenry County, IL · 3d

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Lake in the Hills Police Pension Funded at Over 93% versus About 50% for State Government;s

From the minutes of the last Lake in the Hills meetng:. Total net position of the fund increased by $8,602,867 or 16.2% from the prior year. The recommended Village contribution increased by $79,856 from the prior year to $1,357,295. The actual investment return for the fund was 16.3% for the...

Lake In The Hills, IL · 2d

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 · 1d

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 · 1d

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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 · 16h