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Photos: Village of Glenwood, Glenwood Academy host community bonfire

GLENWOOD, Ill. — The Village of Glenwood recently partnered with Glenwood Academy to bring back a community bonfire — utilizing many of the downed trees from summer storms. The event happened Oct. 30 on the Glenwood Academy property, where a sizeable pile of trees had accumulated after clean-up...

Glenwood, IL · 1d

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Thornton Township bills show payments to family, non-contracted TAP vendor

SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. — The Lansing Journal reviewed expenses approved by the Thornton Township Board of Trustees at its August and September meetings. Records were obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request. The following items were among the highlights. Bill Period: July 15 to Aug. 10, 2026. General...

Thornton, 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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Our Chicago: Helping Cook County Veterans Get the Benefits They've Earned

Wednesday is Veterans Day, a time for the country to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military.

Cook County, IL · 17h

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Big Run Golf Club: History, Course Design and Championship Legacy

Some golf courses reveal their personality through a famous architect’s name or a clubhouse filled with championship memorabilia. Big Run Golf Club makes its strongest impression through the land itself. Mature oaks, substantial elevation changes, water hazards and demanding greens give this Lockport public course a character that stands...

Lockport, IL · 19h

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Veterans events planned this upcoming week in Lansing area

LANSING, Ill. — The Lansing Veterans Memorial Ceremonial Honor Guard will lead its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Sunday, Nov. 8, honoring the men and women who have served in the military. The ceremony will take place at 2 p.m. at the historic Ford Hangar, 3250 Bob Malkas Drive,...

Lansing, IL · 2d

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Illinois Quick Hits: Feds say Ammons charges shouldn't be dismissed

(The Center Square) – In response to a motion filed by the lawyers of state Rep. Carol Ammons, D-Urbana, calling for the dismissal of her charges related to an alleged kickback scheme siphoning taxpayer funds directed to nonprofits in her district employing her daughter, alongside improper use of campaign funds, government lawyers say the charges should stand.

Illinois · 2d

CBS Chicago

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Families say school district discriminating against students with disabilities

Three more families have joined a lawsuit accusing Manhattan School District 114 of a pattern of discrimination against students with disabilities.

Manhattan, IL · 2d

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Downers Grove North Ends St. Rita’s Playoff Run

Downers Grove — The No. 14 St. Rita Mustangs fell to the No. 3 Downers Grove North Trojans 17-7 in the Sweet Sixteen of the Class 7A IHSA Playoffs. North’s second offensive play of the game was disastrous. A short slant route was thrown, but the receiver never had full possession of the ball before it fell into the hands of Kyle Keyser, who took it to the house for a pick-six; on a 50 yard attempt.

Downers Grove, IL · 1d

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A New Strategy for Creating a New State Separate from the Chicago Area

Fox TV in Chicago interviewed a woman in suppport of the movement to create a state without Chicago. There have been and were referendums in Downstate counties aasking the question. The woman interviewed said that some county officials see the referendums as just a protest vote. The referendums are strictly...

Chicago, IL · 2d

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Joliet Announces Temporary Closure Of Briggs Street And New Lenox Road Intersection For Improvements

The City of Joliet advises residents and motorists that the intersection of Briggs Street and New Lenox Road will be temporarily closed to traffic for construction improvements being completed by Love’s Travel Stops. The closure is anticipated to begin on Tuesday, November 10, and remain in place through approximately...

Joliet, IL · 20h

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Man charged in string of business burglaries on SW Side, one in Oak Lawn

Charles Kelley, 19, is accused of burglarizing multiple businesses on Oct. 15 and Oct. 16.

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Holiday fun at the Rialto Square Theatre – Part one

Home for the Holidays, the Rialto Square Theatre’s annual season of festive special events, kicks off this month in downtown Joliet. The spectacular lineup of family-friendly shows includes revival screenings of classic holiday films, special performances by well-known artists and all-ages shows by up-and-coming performers. Join us as we...

Joliet, IL · 2d

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Reavis’ Santiago Chavez makes history, wins cross country state title

After a mile through the Class 3A state championship race, Reavis senior cross country star Santiago Chavez realized things were not going according to plan. “I was supposed to lead the pack at 1.2 miles,” Chavez said. “At 1.8, I was making my move but they (other competitors) covered it pretty well.

Burbank, IL · 10h

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Pritzker appeals FEMA’s decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker appealed the Trump administration's decision to deny Illinois' request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois' request last month without explanation for federal resources to respond to August storms. In an appeal submitted to the agency, the state provided updated damage numbers showing the storm cost eligible for public assistance is now $43 million — up from $27.6 million in the original request and well above FEMA's $24.9 million standard.

Illinois · 2d

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Riverdale approves $500,000 county grant for street and alley remediation work

Riverdale’s board of trustees approved a $500,000 grant for local street and alley improvements and honored police officers for commendable service during its Oct. 27 board meeting. The board approved a subrecipient agreement with Cook County’s Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) for a $500,000 grant for local infrastructure...

Riverdale, IL · 2d

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Brookfield Zoo's Holiday Magic Returns With 3.5 Million Lights for 45th Year

More than 3.5 million lights are set to blanket Brookfield Zoo Chicago starting Nov. 21, as the beloved Holiday Magic festival returns for its 45th year and will run on select nights through Jan. 3, 2027. The zoo says this year's run stretches an extended 32 nights, with three additional dates added to the calendar beyond the usual schedule.

Brookfield, IL · 1d

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Thornton Fractional High School District 215 celebrates athletic achievements, principals

CALUMET CITY, Ill. — The acceptance of a $2,000 donation from the Chicago Bears was among the actions taken at the regular monthly meeting of the Thornton Fractional High School District 215 Board of Education that was held on Oct. 27. The donation is to be used by the...

Calumet City, IL · 2d

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This Nostalgic Illinois Diner Has A Sweet Surprise For Anyone Who Loves Greek Donuts

Free Greek donuts are not something you expect with breakfast, but one Illinois cafe has been known to hand them out on select weekdays. That small surprise is enough to make any morning feel brighter. The kitchen leans on Greek roots and classic diner comfort. Lemon rice soup shares a...

Illinois · 1d

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Romeoville Eyes New Weber-Normantown Retail Hub With Hawaiian Bros, Crisp & Green

A new shopping center concept called Weber Town Center was presented at Romeoville's most recent Village Board meeting, proposing two separate multi-tenant buildings on the west side of Normantown Road next to Rasmussen University. The plan calls for each 10,500-square-foot building to include a wraparound drive-thru and ample parking, with construction planned to happen one building at a time, according to The Times Weekly.

Romeoville, IL · 21h