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Coroner Awarded Nearly $1 M to Fund On-site Forensic Science Center

The Kane County Coroner's Office (Illinois) has been awarded $963,000 to fund an on-site forensic science center. The initiative, in partnership with the Kane County Sheriff’s Office and the Kane County State’s Attorney's Office, is aimed at generating faster leads in criminal investigations, streamlining the process of obtaining information related to pending court cases, and help determine the cause of death in a timely manner for bereaved families.

Kane County, IL · 2d
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Democrats Take Two Countywide Offices: County Clerk Joe Tirio’s & County Superintendent of Schools Diana Hartmann’s

Here are the results for County Clerk where Democrat Bill McNeese defeated incumbent Republican Joe Tirio 51.43% to 48.57%. Democrat Bridget Belcastro defeated incumbent Republican Diana Hartmann 52.05% to 47.95%. Never before have Democrats held these offices.

Mchenry County, IL · 2d
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Referendum Results; Sheriff Races; Kenosha Court Clerk

(WGTD)---Donald Vandervest will be Racine County’s next sheriff, replacing Christopher Schmaling who’s retiring. Vandervest, an investigator in the department running as a Democrat, narrowly defeated Sheriff’s Dept. Captain Cary Madrigal. In Kenosha County, Sheriff Dave Zoerner defeated write-in candidate Gary Roberts. In Walworth County, Tom Hausner easily defeated his opponent to replace the retiring Dave Gerber.

Kenosha County, WI · 2d
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Kane County Residents Join Algonquin Township Republicans in Opposing District 300 Referendum, But Sign Posted in Distict 155

At my Algonquin Township Precinct 1, I took some photos. One raised the question: “Why was this sign in front of my precinct?”. Paid for by the People of Kane County. None of Crystal Lake is in the District 300 Unit School District. The sign bought and posted by...

Kane County, IL · 2d
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Democrats win some DeKalb County officer races, lose in some county board races

There were a number of contested races in area counties on Tuesday. In DeKalb County, Incumbent Republican Tasha Sims was defeated by Douglas Janicke. Janicke had 18,186 votes, while Sims had 17,797 votes. In the race for DeKalb County Treasurer, Democrat Derek Shaw defeated Republican Incumbent Becky Springer, 17,794 votes...

Dekalb County, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

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Rivard Edges Ugaste in Kane County's Closest State House Race

719 S. Batavia Ave., Bldg. B — Reported Kane County Election Results. Democrat Ricky Rivard has pulled ahead of four-term Republican incumbent Dan Ugaste in unofficial results for Illinois House District 65, with Rivard collecting 23,926 votes to Ugaste's 21,152 as Kane and DuPage county precincts reported 100 percent of returns. The district stretches across all or part of St. Charles, Geneva, South Elgin, Bartlett, Campton Hills, Lily Lake, Elburn and Wayne.

Kane County, IL · 1d

The Voice

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Kane County seeks applicants for Ethics Commission

Kane County is seeking a qualified volunteer to fill a vacancy on its five-member Ethics Commission, which reviews complaints alleging violations of the Kane County Ethics Ordinance by County Board members, the County Board Chair and County employees. The commission investigates complaints, conducts hearings, and makes findings and recommendations regarding...

Kane County, IL · 2d

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Kane County Veterans Day Events 2026

​Communities throughout Kane County are planning Veterans Day ceremonies, tributes and special events to honor the men and women who have served our country. Here are some opportunities to participate and show appreciation. Note: Kane County Government Buildings will be closed in observance of Veterans Day. Waubonsee Community College Veterans...

Kane County, IL · 2d

hoodline.com

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Algonquin Democrat Michele Clark Leads GOP Nurse for Open Illinois Senate Seat

Michele Clark, an Algonquin Democrat, was on track to flip Illinois' 33rd Senate District from red to blue on election night, holding a commanding lead over Republican Danielle Penman of St. Charles in unofficial returns. With an estimated 59 percent of the vote counted, Clark had pulled in 31,663 votes, or 63.6 percent, compared with Penman's 18,106 votes, or 36.4 percent.

Illinois · 1d

kanecountyconnects.com

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Newly Improved Kane County Fabyan Parkway Recycling Center Reopens Ahead of Schedule

The Kane County Recycling Center at 517 E. Fabyan Parkway in Geneva will reopen ahead of schedule on Monday, Nov. 9, following driveway paving and other site improvements. The center had been temporarily closed since Oct. 19 to accommodate the improvements, with reopening originally anticipated in mid-November. The facility is...

Kane County, IL · 2d

northernpublicradio.org

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Briel keeps Illinois 76 seat after heated campaign

Amy "Murri" Briel kept it simple on election night, gathering with a few close friends and supporters to watch the returns. In a phone interview with WNIJ on Tuesday night, she admitted she was exhausted. “If you do it right, you should have left everything out there and I think...

Illinois · 2d

everafterinthewoods.com

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These 10 Under-The-Radar Illinois Thrift Shops Keep Bargain Hunters Digging For Hours

Paperback books for a quarter each. Three full floors of secondhand stuff stacked inside an old house. A charity shop where your purchase helps pay vet bills for rescue dogs. I could stop right there and you’d probably already be reaching for your car keys. Illinois has a sneaky habit of hiding its best bargains in plain sight, from a former warehouse to a grocery-and-thrift combo.

Carbondale, IL · 7d

Yahoo!

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Golden Apple Awards announce over 660 teacher nominees across two Illinois counties

More than 660 teachers across Winnebago and Boone counties have been nominated for the 2027 Golden Apple Awards, recognizing excellence in elementary education and the impact local educators have on students and families.

Boone County, IL · 3d

familydestinationsguide.com

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Skip The Big Cities And Rent For Under $800 In This Overlooked Wisconsin Town

Somewhere between Chicago’s chaos and Madison’s coffee shop lines, there’s a Wisconsin town quietly doing everything right, and its name is Beloit. Most people drive past it without a second thought, which is honestly their loss and your gain. Beloit sits right on the Illinois-Wisconsin border, hugging...

Beloit, WI · 6d

KFIL Radio

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Illinois Route 2 Gets Some Unexpected Love From Colorado

Illinois Route 2 is getting love from a Colorado woman whose TikTok video celebrates the fall colors and sunsets along the Rock River.

Illinois · 1d

97ZOK

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Spirit Halloween's Christmas Stores Are Back in Illinois

Spirit Christmas is bringing four holiday stores to Illinois in 2026, but Rockford isn't on the list. Here's where to find them.

Illinois · 1d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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New craft vodka distillery slated for consideration by Rockford advisory board

An entrepreneur is seeking approval to launch a new vodka distillery in Rockford, Illinois, with a proposal scheduled for consideration by the city's Liquor and Tobacco Advisory Board on November 17.

Rockford, IL · 3d

WIFR

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Dave Syverson, Sarah Mertens in tight race for Illinois Senate seat

Illinois · 1d

MyStateline.com WTVO WQRF

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Winnebago County Family Court Center opens in renovated Public Safety Building

The new Winnebago County Family Court Center opened Monday in downtown Rockford following a $32 million, 18-month renovation of the former Rockford Public Safety Building.

Rockford, IL · 3d

WROK 1440 AM / 96.1 FM

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Giant Basketball Hoop in Rockford Surprises Longtime Locals

Some Rockford residents have lived here for decades without knowing about this enormous basketball hoop near the Sports Factory.

Rockford, IL · 3d