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‘AI slop’ at Palatine High School raises concerns for artists, environment

Every single day AI usage can be seen, whether it is for commercials, social media content or even advertisements. The AI field was created back in 1956 at a Dartmouth Conference, but didn’t become extremely popular for public consumption until 2022 when OpenAI released. ChatGPT had 1 million users...

Palatine, IL · 3d
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Illinois Railway Museum acquires ex-Burlington bilevel gallery cars

UNION, Ill. — The Illinois Railway Museum (IRM) has acquired a second complete and operational train of bilevel gallery cars, this one from the former Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad. The stainless-steel consist of two coaches and a cab car arrived at the museum grounds on Wednesday night (Nov. 11), having spent approximately the last [...] Read More...

Union, IL · 17h

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Boys Poms Makes an Impact

Boys poms is known for its humorous performance, filled with crowd favorite song choices, amusing dance moves and overall comedy. The boys get together and work with each other to learn rhythm timing and skill sets, all while performing a dance choreographed by LZHS Varsity poms senior class. Starting two weeks before homecoming, the boys spend 3 days a week practicing the dance.

Lake Zurich, IL · 3d
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New football coaches join cougar Athletics

On the first offensive play of the game against Grayslake North on Aug.21, the Cougars were set up in an old-school triple option. Then, out of nowhere, the players scattered on the field, setting up a whole different offensive playbook that caught the opposing team entirely off guard. That one...

Vernon Hills, IL · 2d
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Williams Bay parents relieved after voters choose to continue school referendum

Williams Bay is the only school district out of four in Walworth County where voters approved a school referendum. However, both parents and administrators believe the state education funding model needs to change.

Williams Bay, WI · 15h

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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

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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 · 2d

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Boettcher takes the lead as girls’ bowling head coach

With a new coach leading the way, the Sequoits look to build their skills, strengthen team connections and improve their scores this winter. As the winter sports season approaches, the girls’ bowling team prepares to return to the lanes, with sophomore Cicilia Sadler and junior Laci Backs setting high expectations for the season ahead.

Antioch, IL · 22h

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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 · 1d

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Midwest radio mainstay Brian Noonan to headline "Lucy's Comedy" at Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake on Friday

Radio host, podcaster and comic Brian Noonan will headline "Lucy's Comedy" at Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake on Friday night. Ahead of his show, I had a chance to chat with Noonan about his long career in radio, including stops at Midwest powerhouses WGN in Chicago and WTMJ in Milwaukee.

Crystal Lake, IL · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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

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A new way to connect: American Sign Language Club comes to ACHS

Founded by students, the new American Sign Language Club aims to teach others a different way to communicate and connect with those around them. Students at Antioch Community High School are finding a new way to connect with others through the school’s newest club. Seniors Tyler Eppers and Alyn Appelt started the American Sign Language Club and serve as co-presidents. They asked Tracy Aleckson, a hearing itinerant at Antioch Community High School who helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students, to sponsor the club.

Antioch, IL · 22h

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Students, staff reflect on late start implementation

On the last Wednesday of each month, the first bell will ring at 10 a.m. instead of 8:45 a.m. The later start gives teachers a block of time to work together and focus on professional learning before students arrive. These consistent late starts were introduced this year as part of...

Vernon Hills, IL · 2d

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Topgolf Cuts Prices in Naperville and Schaumburg, With Bays Starting at $19.99

An hour at Topgolf now starts at $19.99 per bay in Naperville and Schaumburg. Both locations have the same standard pricing schedule, with the lowest rates available Monday through Thursday before 5 p.m. and again after 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday evenings carry the highest rate at $64.99 per bay from 5 to 10 p.m.

Naperville, IL · 1d

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Online grocery sales rise 20.7% in third quarter

Brick Meets Click finds firm demand for food delivery.

Barrington, IL · 2d

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Ashley Ann Turns Towns Into Coffee Mugs With Her Art

What began as a single Christmas gift in a remote fly-in community in northwestern Ontario has grown into a cross-border artistic practice celebrating the places people call home—and it is now spilling out of coffee shops and onto the walls of downtown Elgin, Illinois. Ashley Ann Klockenga, who works...

Elgin, IL · 2d

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Mazak appoints Suzette Mendez Midwest general manager

Mazak has appointed Suzette Mendez general manager for its Midwest Region. She is based at the Mazak Midwest Technology Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. Mendez brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the CNC machine tool industry. Her background includes sales-channel development, strategic customer relationships and leadership of cross-functional business teams.

Schaumburg, IL · 1d