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Kendall County Party celebrates first countywide election win

The independent Kendall County Party is celebrating the first countywide election win in the party’s history. Bob Allen is the unofficial winner in the Kendall County treasurer’s race. "We were, impressed by the direction that the voters took. It seemed to be they wanted to hit the reset...

Kendall County, IL · 3d
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Vets keeping 24 hour watch in Ottawa

Two hundred military vets are participating in a 24 hour Honor Guard Vigil now in Ottawa. Veterans and their families are standing in position in 15 minute shifts at Washington Square Park War Memorial. The annual event started in 2009 through the Ottawa American Legion Post 33. Participants can warm themselves in a tent pitched nearby.

Ottawa, IL · 1d
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GOP feeling blue as Democrats reign in DuPage, Kane and Kendall counties

DuPage, Kane and Kendall counties have completed a remarkable transition from deep Republican red to overall Democratic blue. Following the Nov. 3 election, DuPage County Democratic Chair Reid McCollum issued a statement celebrating a “total Democratic victory in DuPage.” . “Democratic candidates won every contested race in DuPage County...

Dupage County, IL · 2d
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Sandwich council directs leaf pickup toward daylight hours, Saturdays

Sandwich officials are adjusting the city's fall leaf collection schedule to prioritize daylight hours and allow Saturday pickups as needed after aldermen raised concerns about employee safety, equipment damage and disruptions to residents during Monday's Committee of the Whole meeting. The discussion came as the city's leaf collection program began...

Sandwich, IL · 2d
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Only One Illinois City Lands In The Top 25 Of Safest Cities List

One Illinois city cracked the nation's top 25 for safety, beating out bigger counterparts with a solid ranking.

Aurora, IL · 5d

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Yorkville 115 school construction could begin next year

With approval of Yorkville 115’s new school referendum on Tuesday, Superintendent Matt Zediker says construction could begin next year. Voters approved a $159 million referendum to pay for a new elementary school and middle school. "A lot of planning meetings here over the next couple of weeks, but, what...

Yorkville, IL · 3d

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LaSalle County resolution draws criticism amid debate over lawmaker’s Sharia bill

(The Center Square) – An Illinois lawmaker is defending legislation aimed at preventing foreign legal systems from overriding constitutional rights, while an Illinois Family Institute contributor argues that a recent LaSalle County resolution condemning Sharia law could undermine legitimate scrutiny of a proposed Fox River resort development. State Rep. John Cabello, R-Machesney Park, introduced House Bill 4165 in October 2025, seeking to prohibit Illinois courts and other legal bodies from enforcing foreign laws or legal provisions that violate rights guaranteed under the U.S. or Illinois constitutions. Cabello said the measure was prompted by news reports about Sharia law in parts of London and his desire to prevent similar concerns from arising in Illinois. “I wanted to make sure that we had something on the books that would show that not every single Illinoisan is in favor of this,” Cabello told The Center Square. Cabello said he has not identified a specific Illinois court case in which Sharia law was applied in violation of constitutional rights, describing his legislation as preemptive. Asked whether he was concerned the proposal could be viewed as targeting Muslims, Cabello said, “I really don't care if people think I'm targeting anybody.” He said his priority was

Lasalle County, IL · 5d

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County Board reverses earlier vote on Sharia law

The LaSalle County Board earlier this week voted to rescind an earlier resolution denouncing Sharia law and affirming the supremacy of the U.S. Constitution. The resolution was originally approved after the board heard concerns from residents about the potential purchase of the closed Fox River Resort in Norway. Some marketing materials had advertised the property as an Islamic community, although the developer later said it would be used only as a resort.

Lasalle County, IL · 2d

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Will County, IL: Free Route 66 Celebration Set for November 12

Historic Gaylord Building hosts free Route 66 centennial celebration with art, music and local history.

Lockport, IL · 2d

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Oswego 308 thanks voters for approving $317 million school referendum

Oswego School District 308 says it's grateful for the community's support of its $317 million bond referendum to improve schools throughout the district. A statement from the district says all 22 schools will benefit from the funding. Planned improvements include security upgrades, roofing, plumbing and mechanical repairs, science lab improvements,...

Oswego, IL · 2d

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La Moille HS Will Deactivate; Waltham Addition Proposal Turned Down Again

Following Tuesday's results, one school district knows what it must do; while another is left wondering what to do?. In Bureau County, voters said “yes” to deactivating the La Moille High School by a three hundred vote margin. La Moille High School students will either now go to Amboy, Hall or Mendota starting in late summer 2027. The district's seventh and eighth graders will then occupy the high school building. Current enrollment at La Moille High School is around 42 students.

La Moille, IL · 4d

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New Lenox, IL Fire District Hiring Firefighters, EMTs and Paramedics

New Lenox Fire Protection District is accepting applicants for full-time firefighter and EMS positions.

New Lenox, IL · 2d

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Illinois Development Opens for Women in Recovery

A new development is bringing 48 affordable homes and healthcare to vulnerable women in Illinois’ Will County. Hope Manor Village Joliet pairs stable housing with direct access to healthcare and coordinated services designed to help women overcoming opioid addiction, especially those who are pregnant or caring for their young children, maintain their health, regain stability, and build healthier lives for themselves and their family.

Will County, IL · 2d

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Will County, IL Visitors Can Now Explore Historic Iron Works by Phone

Visitors can explore 12 historic stops along a 1.25-mile trail using a free-to-access audio tour.

Will County, IL · 6d

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Will County, IL: Bolingbrook Man Wins October Nature Photo Contest

Shorewood, IL – A Bolingbrook man's patience and determination to capture the perfect autumn scene have earned him top honors in a Will County photography contest, with a colorful woodland landscape taking the October prize.

Will County, IL · 2d

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Crete Township: New Plum Creek Greenway Trail Connects ‘Two Jewels’

A new 1.5-mile segment of the Plum Creek Greenway Trail in Crete Township is making it easier to explore the natural beauty of eastern Will County. “This new stretch of trail is the culmination of years of planning and hard work to link two jewels in eastern Will County — Plum Valley Preserve to Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve,” Forest Preserve District Board of Commissioners President Judy Ogalla said at a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, Oct. 26, attended by local elected officials, regional planning partners, contractors who were instrumental in the project’s completion and Forest Preserve District leadership and staff.

Crete, IL · 3d

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Will County, IL: New Free Forest Exhibit Opens This Week

New interactive exhibit in Channahon lets families explore forest wildlife by day and night.

Will County, IL · 2d

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Races for state Senate seat, county posts still too close to call

Three races in DeKalb County remain undecided as votes continue to be counted. As of press time, winners still had not be declared for a state Senate seat, county clerk, and one County Board seat. In the 35th State Senate District, 13-year incumbent Republican Dave Syverson leads Democratic challenger Sarah...

Dekalb County, IL · 1d

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Inspector general documents some ongoing issues at Cook County Jail

In a review completed recently, the Cook County Office of the Independent Inspector General found persistent problems at the County Jail with supervision, maintenance, sanitation, and housing conditions.

Cook County, IL · 5d