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Sandburg High School student uses math to bowl two consecutive perfect games

A south suburban teen is making bowling look as easy as one-two-three by apply his math skills.

Palos Hills, IL · 2d

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The election that changed us forever

By the time you read this, the midterm election will be over. Hopefully, we will know the results fairly quickly. No doubt, it was an important election, but not the most important our country has ever had. That would be the presidential election of 1860, when a backwoods candidate took on a professional politician and won. The repercussions are still with us today.

Will County, IL · 3d
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theshelbyreport.com

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Woodman’s Opens 243,500-Square-Foot Store In Plainfield, Illinois

Janesville, Wisconsin-based Woodman’s Food Markets has opened a 243,500-square-foot store in Plainfield, Illinois, its seventh location in the state. The store, at the corner of Illinois Route 59 and 119th Street, opened Sept. 29 and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The employee-owned grocer said the location brought more than 200 jobs to the area.

Plainfield, IL · 1d
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WTTW - Chicago PBS

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Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle on 2027 Budget, Historic Midterm Election

Cook County is preparing to pass a $9.6 billion budget proposal for the 2027 fiscal year. Board President Toni Preckwinkle said her plan closes a projected $550 million budget gap without any new taxes, fees or layoffs. It comes as the county grapples with unprecedented federal funding cuts and threats...

Cook County, IL · 2d
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chronicleillinois.com

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Democrats flip final Cook County Board seat

When Sean Morrison leaves the Cook County Board next month, so will any Republican voice on the government body. Cook County Democrats flipped his 17th District seat, which has been Republican since it came into existence in 1994. Only three Republicans – Herb Schumann, Elizabeth “Liz” Doody Gorman and Morrison – have served the district over its 22 years.

Cook County, IL · 2d

thelansingjournal.org

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Proposal would shorten allowed time for liquor sales in Lansing

LANSING, Ill. — It could soon be last call a little earlier for late night liquor lovers if the Village Board goes along with Mayor Brian Hardy’s proposal to trim an hour off the time liquor licenses currently allow sales. Hardy’s suggestion is that establishments with licenses would...

Lansing, IL · 1d

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Angela Oakley returns home for street naming and community impact

Coming home means something different when the community that helped raise you is preparing to put your name on a street. For entrepreneur and The Real Housewives of Atlanta star Angela D. Reed-Oakley, that recognition is an opportunity to celebrate her roots while bringing attention to an issue that continues to affect families across Chicago: gun violence.

Calumet City, IL · 1d

takingthekids.com

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People Bring Their Own Jars To Stock Up At This Illinois Bulk Food Store

Half of this little store is candy. The other half holds spices, flours, nuts, teas, and coffee, and you can scoop all of it into jars you carried from home. That detail alone made me want to know more. Shoppers bring clean containers, the staff weighs them, and you pay only for what goes inside.

Westmont, IL · 1d

WBBM News Radio

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Cook County Offers Storm Recovery Funding Applications

Cook County Offers Storm Recovery Funding Applications

Cook County, IL · 2d

chronicleillinois.com

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Cook County finalizing plan for Prairie Path improvements

One of the missing links on the Illinois Prairie Path will soon be addressed. Cook County is finalizing a plan to provide a full-fledged connection between Maywood and Forest Park. Joe Seymour, lead planning specialist with the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways, told members of the Illinois Prairie...

Cook County, IL · 1d

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Richards Running Back Jordan Lewis Visits Dad's Grave Before Every Game, Then Runs for 292 Yards

Before every game, Richards junior running back Jordan Lewis says he visits his father's grave for a long talk. His father, Jajuan, died when Lewis was 3. Lewis describes him as his best friend and says they talk every day. On Nov. 7, Lewis carried 37 times for 292 yards...

Oak Lawn, IL · 1d

cityhpil.com

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City Joins U.S. Supreme Court Amicus Brief on Assault Weapons Regulations

The City of Highland Park has joined an amicus curiae brief filed with the United States Supreme Court in support of Cook County's authority to regulate assault weapons. The brief, filed October 28, 2026, by the Violence Policy Center and six other participating organizations and government entities, addresses Viramontes v. Cook County and Grant v. Higgins, two cases involving assault weapons restrictions in Cook County, Illinois, and Connecticut.

Highland Park, IL · 2d

southwestregionalpublishing.com

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Palos Park Woman’s Club blood drive celebrates 13 years of giving

The Palos Park Woman’s Club has brought the community together for 13 years to support a cause that reaches far beyond Palos Park: helping save lives one blood donation at a time. The club hosted its 13th annual community blood drive Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Palos Park Recreation...

Palos Park, IL · 1d

hoodline.com

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Cook County Hospital Fires Pharmacy Tech Over Vaccine Refusal, Appeal Fails

A federal appeals court has sided with Cook County in the case of a pharmacy technician who was fired from John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital in Chicago after she declined COVID-19 vaccination and was denied a religious exemption. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit affirmed the judgment against Jetaime Flores on November 6, upholding a December 2025 ruling by a federal judge in Chicago that had already gone against her.

Cook County, IL · 2d

ABC 7 Chicago

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New Diocese of Joliet Bishop Brendan Cahill speaks about new mission, welcoming immigrants in church

The Catholic Diocese of Joliet's new leader, Bishop Brendan Cahill, sat down with ABC7 Chicago to talk about his new mission and plans for immigrants who are part of the church.

Joliet, IL · 2d

CBS Chicago

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Voters back referendum for Markham to take control of separate park district

A referendum on the midterm ballot asked voters if the city should take over the park district, with 92% voting in favor.

Markham, IL · 3d

fwrnews.com

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Peotone Vieaux: Strategic Plan ‘A Great Step Forward for the Future’

Peotone’s newly adopted Strategic Plan focuses on “proactive planning, responsible development, transparent communication, and continued investment in the services, infrastructure, and public spaces that support Peotone’s quality of life.”. The plan took nearly a year to develop and was designed to cover 2026 through 2029. The process...

Peotone, IL · 3d

thelansingjournal.org

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Thornton, Bloom townships receive property value reassessments

THORNTON TOWNSHIP, Ill. — Lansing homeowners will see their homes’ property values reassessed this year — and those who want to file an appeal over the new proposed values will need to do so soon. That deadline is Nov. 23 for Thornton Township residents and Dec. 17...

Thornton, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

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Magna-Tiles Set to Begin Construction on 245,000-Square-Foot Bolingbrook Headquarters

Magna-Tiles, the magnetic building toy beloved by kids at home and in classrooms everywhere, is building a sprawling new headquarters in Bolingbrook, and construction is set to start this month. The new facility will rise at Carlow Corporate Center as part of the company's expansion, bringing its office staff and warehouse functions under one roof.

Bolingbrook, IL · 1d

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Joliet Park District Names New Executive Director

The Joliet Park District Park Board of Commissioners announced the appointment of Sean Caddigan as its new Executive Director, effective Jan. 1, 2027, through Dec. 31, 2029. In this role, Caddigan will oversee all district operations, programs, and services while providing leadership and guidance to the park district team to advance district goals, enhance park and recreation opportunities for the community, and ensure continued success, according to a press release from the park district.

Joliet, IL · 3d