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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 · 16h

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Illinois Steak Lovers Settle Into This Woodsy, Low-Lit St. Charles Supper Club for Steak Au Poivre and Saganaki

Some dinners are just meals, and some feel like a trip back to a time when supper clubs ruled the weekend. In St. Charles, Illinois, one steakhouse still runs on that old-school spirit, with dim lights, wood everywhere, and a fireplace that people actually talk about. Locals plan anniversaries here,...

St Charles, IL · 2d

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This Cozy Geneva, Illinois Tavern Has Been Serving Swedish Pancakes And Six Daily Soups For Two Decades

Some of the best meals in Illinois hide behind plain brick fronts on quiet downtown streets. You walk in expecting a quick bite and walk out planning your next visit before you reach the car. This is one of those places, a cozy spot with a Scandinavian accent, steaming soups,...

Geneva, IL · 3d

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

Country Herald

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Kane County, IL Chiropractor Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison

Former Batavia chiropractor David Hanson receives six-decade sentence after secretly recording patients.

Kane County, IL · 2d

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 · 11h

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[HUMANS OF WEGO] The art of healing: How one student’s passion for nails helped her through loss

A familiar smell of acrylic and freshly polished nails fills the room. The soft buzz of nail drills echoes around the client as they sit on a white chair and rest their hands on a soft cushion. Across from them, Angelique Salinas greets them with the warmest smile. “I enjoy...

West Chicago, IL · 2d

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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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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 · 22h

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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

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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 · 1d

Naperville Community Television (NCTV17)

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City priorities plan input | Book Road progress | New indoor kids’ spaces

Public feedback sought on Naperville’s proposed 5-year priorities plan The Naperville City Council recently adopted a draft of a 5-year The post City priorities plan input | Book Road progress | New indoor kids’ spaces appeared first on NCTV17 .

Naperville, IL · 3d

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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

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Illinois Families Fill Their Pantries At These 8 Old-School Meat Markets Making Their Own Smoked Sausage

Some of the best food in Illinois hides behind plain storefronts with hand-painted signs and a smoky smell drifting out the door. You walk in expecting a quick errand and walk out with a cooler full of brats, sausage sticks, and summer sausage you did not plan to buy. These...

Illinois · 2d

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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

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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 · 1d

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A Legacy Rooted in Kane County: Honoring Mike Kenyon and 144 Years of Family Farming

For more than 144 years, the Kenyon family has been part of the fabric of Kane County, growing food, producing milk, supporting local families and helping shape the agricultural community. On Nov. 10, the Kane County Board recognized that remarkable legacy with a proclamation honoring Michael (Mike) Kenyon, his family and their longtime farming business.

Kane County, IL · 1d

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Construction Project Updates: November 10, 2026

🚧 Construction Project Updates: November 10, 2026. Orchard Gateway Boulevard Intersection Improvements and Resurfacing Project. The contractor has completed the storm sewer, concrete curb work and hot-mix asphalt base for the inside lanes at the intersection of Orchard Gateway and Hansen. This week, the Contractor will be milling the...

Aurora, IL · 2d

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City Conducting Water System Leak Survey

The Geneva Public Works Department has begun a water system leak detection survey this week to identify potential issues in the City's water distribution system. ATS Limited, the City's contractor, started work on the northeast side of Geneva and will progress west throughout the community. ATS crews will be driving black vans displaying the company logo and are equipped with warning lights.

Geneva, IL · 2d

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City To Make Downtown Third Street Pavement Repair

A one-block stretch of Third Street in downtown Geneva will be closed to traffic and parking for seven days beginning Tuesday, Nov. 17, as the City repairs a section of damaged pavement. The closure will extend from Fulton to South streets, as detailed on the project map. Sidewalks will be...

Geneva, IL · 1d

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