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Lurie Children's expands to Chicago suburbs with new $480M hospital in Downers Grove

Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has won state approval to build a proposed pediatric hospital and outpatient center in Downers Grove, clearing a major hurdle for a project designed to bring specialized children’s care closer to families in the western suburbs. The Illinois Health Facilities and Services Review Board approved the hospital’s Certificate of Need application, according to the hospital's announcement.

Downers Grove, IL · 2d
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This Illinois All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Has A Conveyor Belt And Unlimited Rolls

Real truffle on all-you-can-eat sushi sounds like a menu typo. At one new spot in Illinois, it’s the whole point. Plates glide past your table on a moving belt. Special orders zip over on a tiny bullet train, and robot servers roll in to help. I like how this...

Lombard, IL · 1d
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Fried Chicken Comes Out In Family-Style Platters At This Old Illinois Inn Off Route 66

Some of the best meals in Illinois hide in places you would drive right past without a second look. Picture a modest roadside building, a gravel-and-asphalt lot, and then a plate of golden fried chicken that makes you forget every fast food stop you ever made. Add warm biscuits, sweet...

Willowbrook, IL · 2d
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WGN News

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Drivers face backups along I-88 after rollover semi crash in western suburbs

NAPERVILLE, Ill. — Drivers are facing some backups ahead of rush hour on Thursday morning following a rollover crash involving a semi in the western suburbs. According to Illinois State police, the crash occurred just before 2 a.m. along the eastbound lanes of I-88 near Eola Road in Naperville Township. While details surrounding what led […]

Naperville, IL · 1d

CBS Chicago

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Road salt can hurt the environment. Carol Stream sees success with alternative.

Conventional road salt is great for keeping roads safe in winter, but not for the environment. An Illinois conservation group has an alternative, and officials in Carol Stream say it's working.

Carol Stream, IL · 22h

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Meet the classroom crusaders of Naperville

Every superhero origin story begins with a mentor, someone who sees potential before anyone can see it in themselves. They say a good teacher is like a candle – giving of themselves in order to light the way for others. Across Naperville, classrooms are filled with such role models.

Naperville, IL · 2d

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Pickleball is a smashing success in Downers Grove

The squeak of shoes against the court floor gives way to the sharp pop of a paddle meeting a plastic ball. In a quick second, the pace of the rally has changed, forcing opponents to scramble towards the kitchen to keep the match alive. In the United States, pickleball is actively played by approximately 24.3 million people, a player base that has expanded about 700% since 2016 according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) 2026 Report.

Downers Grove, IL · 2d

rejournals.com

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Hunter Advisors brokers sale of Embassy Suites hotel in Lombard

Hunter Advisors negotiated the sale of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Lombard Oak Brook, a 262-room hotel in Lombard, Illinois. The transaction was brokered by Spencer Davidson, Senior Vice President, and David Perrin, Senior Vice President, at Hunter Advisors. Endeavor Hotels acquired the hotel. Built in 1989 and located...

Lombard, IL · 16h

ABC 7 Chicago

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Suburban homeowners accuse contractor of taking deposits, leaving jobs unfinished

Several suburban homeowners are speaking out against a local contractor, accusing him of taking deposits for home improvement projects and either leaving the work unfinished or never starting the jobs at all.

Naperville, IL · 17h

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Step Inside This Illinois Toy And Collectibles Shop Where Old Lunchboxes And Action Figures Bring Your Childhood Right Back

“May the toys be with you.” That’s the cheerful sign-off one Illinois collectibles shop uses whenever it thanks a customer for stopping by. I love that line, because it tells you exactly what kind of happy, slightly obsessed place this is. Its shelves hold Star Wars figures, Marvel Legends, Transformers, Funko Pops, model kits, and stacks of comics.

Wheaton, IL · 2d

Channel 3000

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IL: BOBCAT BECOMES WILDLIFE CENTER PATIENT

A young female bobcat that was found injured in DuPage County, Illinois is now being rehabilitated for release. ​THE-CNN-WIRE (TM) & © 2026 CABLE NEWS NETWORK, INC., A TIME WARNER COMPANY. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

Dupage County, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Benet hockey rides a big third period to victory over Hinsdale Central

Benet Academy boys hockey has arrived at Willowbrook Ice Arena to face off against Hinsdale Central. It’s a Tuesday evening showdown on the ice with the season kicking into gear. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Red Devils strike first with a pair of early goals. A few minutes...

Hinsdale, IL · 23h

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Palos Heights comes together to honor those who served

Palos Heights kicked off its Veterans Day observances with a breakfast honoring local veterans and their guests Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th St. The breakfast provided an opportunity for veterans to gather, share stories and enjoy time together as the community recognized their...

Palos Heights, IL · 1d

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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 · 3h

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Details shared on proposed DuPage County down payment assistance program

The parameters around DuPage County’s proposed first-time homebuyers down payment assistance program were hashed over recently as officials turn their The post Details shared on proposed DuPage County down payment assistance program appeared first on NCTV17 .

Dupage County, IL · 2d

Forest Park Review

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Thatcher Woods gathering airs concerns over lack of transparency from O’Hare Flyer group

Around 50 people trekked through Thatcher Woods on a cool, sunny autumn morning Saturday, Nov. 7 to hear several experts talk about the impact of the proposed O’Hare Flyer express train on local wildlife habitats and homeowners in River Forest and Forest Park.  . River Forest officials were watching...

Forest Park, IL · 21h

Channel3000com News 3 Now

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Young bobcat found injured in metro Chicago now being rehabilitated for release

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Chicago, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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Central boys bowling strikes down Hinsdale Central in home opener

The bowling balls are back on the lanes, and the boys’ bowling season is underway! After going 1-1 in their first two matches on the road, Naperville Central hosts Hinsdale Central in their home opener at Lisle Lanes. The Red Devils enter after losing their first two matches of the season and look to right the ship with a win. The Redhawks return five starters from their state team a year ago and are poised to start their home slate in style. This highlight is sponsored by BMO.

Naperville, IL · 1d

Positively Naperville

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Things To Do in Naperville This Weekend: Nov. 13–15

Discover the best things to do in Naperville, Illinois, this weekend, as the city turns from honoring its Veterans toward the holiday season. Raise a glass with Naperville Responds For Veterans at its 16th annual Cheers For Veterans gala, catch internationally recognized pianist Winston Choi at Wentz Concert Hall, get an early start on holiday […]

Naperville, IL · 1d

WGN News

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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 · 17h