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This Illinois Christmas Market Feels Like A European Holiday Village Without Leaving The State

A glass pickle ornament, shaped by your own hands over a benchtop torch, could hang on your tree this year. That is a real workshop option at one Illinois holiday market, and kids as young as 10 can join in. The market is modeled after a 16th-century Christmas market in...

Illinois · 1d

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Park Forest annexation leaves Will County homeowners fearing tax hikes

Homeowners in unincorporated Will County are fighting the Village of Park Forest's effort to annex their properties, warning their property tax bills could nearly double. Village leaders say the move is about fairness, arguing Park Forest taxpayers have spent decades maintaining roads and water infrastructure that also benefits those properties.

Will County, IL · 18h

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Ex-Bloomingdale Cop Charged Over Alleged Flock Camera Snooping on Plates

A former Bloomingdale police officer turned himself in to authorities Friday after a DuPage County grand jury indicted him on charges that he illegally ran searches on an Illinois license plate through two separate law-enforcement surveillance systems. Gino Giovenco, 34, now faces three felony counts of official misconduct and one misdemeanor count of computer tampering.

Bloomingdale, IL · 6h

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Hope Manor Village Joliet Bringing Help for Vulnerable Will County Women

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) joined Volunteers of America of Illinois (VOA Illinois), Silver Cross Hospital, local officials, community members, and construction and labor representatives to celebrate the grand opening of Hope Manor Village Joliet, a $25 million affordable housing development bringing 48 much-needed supportive homes for Will County women.

Will County, IL · 3d

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Snow slams Northwest Indiana as Chicago gets its first flakes

A brief brush with winter is bringing the Chicago area its first flakes of the season today. Lake-effect rain and snow could leave slushy spots near the lake before sunnier, milder weather returns for the weekend. Where could snow stick?. Slushy accumulation was possible in parts of southern Cook County,...

Chicago, IL · 1d

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Township Atrocities: Will County’s Wesley Township

From By Bob Anderson, former McHenry Township Trustee. the boberwl@gmail.com. These Tiny Townships are out of date 1800s government bodies, have virtually zero oversight, and do not deliver their two duties of property assessments and general assistance aid. 1* Property Assessment: In townships with less than 500 residents property is...

Will County, IL · 2d

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City To Reengage Public On New Police Station Plan

The City of Geneva is reengaging the community on a revised police station concept that is smaller in scope and lower in cost. Since March, City officials have reviewed resident feedback while working to address ongoing challenges facing the current station at 20 Police Plaza. The revised proposal is now available on the City’s website, along with architect renderings, a new South Street site plan, details on what has changed, an estimated tax impact calculator, FAQs, and more.

Geneva, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Honoring Naperville’s global guardians

When NCTV17 tells a story, the goal is always centered right here at home, shining a light on the people, passion, and spirit that make Naperville thrive. But every so often, a story begins in our neighborhood and creates ripples that reach around the world. Global inspiration through sport. One...

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Yorkville Backs Farm Bureau Revamp With Tax Break, Two Council Members Balk

The Yorkville City Council has approved an agreement to provide financial incentives for the renovation of the former Farm Bureau building on Van Emmon Street, clearing the way for a downtown property that has sat waiting for a second act for years to finally get one. The plan from developer Build for Tomorrow LLC calls for commercial space on the ground floor and basement along with apartments upstairs.

Yorkville, IL · 2d

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'Very Sassy' Bobcat Recovers at Illinois' DuPage Wildlife Center

Among the nearly 200 species cared for at a wildlife hospital in Glen Ellyn, a bobcat is an unusual patient. The DuPage Wildlife Conservation Center took in the injured animal this month after a likely collision with a vehicle near downstate Oregon, Illinois ([1]). The cat’s arrival marks a notable moment for a center that

Glen Ellyn, IL · 15h

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Naperville hits the Monopoly map with local game edition

Naperville’s very own Monopoly edition is ready for play. Community members got a first look at the board at its launch on Thursday, where Mr. Monopoly himself welcomed visitors in. Classic board game with a local twist. Officials with Top Trumps USA, which creates the local editions in collaboration...

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DuPage County releases road work priorities, including one in Naperville

One road improvement project in Naperville makes the list for the DuPage County Division of Transportation’s 2027-2031 Transportation Improvement Plan. A project to complete intersection improvements and roadway upgrades along Naperville Road between I-88 and Ridgeland Avenue on Naperville’s north side is one of eight “major capital projects” prioritized for the next five years, the county said in a news release.

Dupage County, IL · 1d

The Cool Down

3 tornadoes leave Illinois homeowners weighing generators against battery backups

"Don't just put it in there and assume everything's fine."

North Aurora, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Naperville Park District proposing tax, fee increases for 2027 budget

Naperville Park District officials are planning increases to the property tax levy and program fees to help fortify the proposed $105.8 million spending plan for the year ahead. A presentation on the district’s 2027 operating budget, as well as the corresponding 2026 levy, was presented at a park board meeting...

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Two of Plano's four license plate reader cameras taken down

The Plano Police Department says two of the city's four Flock license plate reader cameras have now been taken down. Police Chief Norm Allison gave an update on the cameras to the Plano City Council on Monday. "Two of the four cameras have been removed. The ones at Route 34...

Plano, IL · 2d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

Santa’s Sleigh Tour in Naperville shortens schedule this year

The annual Santa’s Sleigh Tour in Naperville is taking a different route this year, condensing the typical 12 nights down to six longer, three-hour evenings. The tour, featuring Mr. and Mrs. Claus, runs from Saturday, Nov. 28 through Thursday, Dec. 3, beginning at 5 p.m. each night. “Construction in...

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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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North Central Claims Decisive 45-1 Victory Over Carthage

Contact: Taiah Gallisath-Poklop, Associate Director of Athletics Communications, 630-637-5302. Nov. 12, 2026 – Hosting its second College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin match in a matter of days, the North Central College women's wrestling team turned in a powerful performance against Carthage College, claiming a 45-1 victory over the Firebirds. The Cardinals move to 3-0 in dual action and are 2-0 against CCIW opponents.

Naperville, IL · 2d

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