🌱 Could falling debris on I-90 in Schaumburg damage your car next?

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In today's newsletter:

• Could falling debris on I-90 in Schaumburg damage your car next?
• How did Schaumburg’s hoops teams stack up against their rivals?
• Why a Schaumburg-linked senator pushed new protections for breastfeeding travelers

Also on today's calendar: A Collector's Dream Auction - General Antiques - ONLINE ONLY and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Mostly cloudy and very cold, with a high of 25 and low of 19 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
• Friday: Cloudy and cold with flurries, temps: high: 26, low: 0.
• Saturday: Frigid with snow and flurries, with a high of 7 and low of -6 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Asphalt falling from overpass shatters windshield of car driving on I-90 in north suburbs: couple (abc7chicago.com) — A Schaumburg drive on I-90 turned frightening when asphalt, likely mixed with snow from a Route 53 overpass, smashed through a couple’s windshield over Thanksgiving weekend. No one was hurt, but their SUV may be totaled, and they’ve reported the incident to IDOT and state police as officials review the claim and remind drivers how to report similar hazards.
   

• Basketball roundup: Hersey, Maine East, Fremd boys remain unbeaten; Vyverman's 17 points help keep Mundelein girls perfect (dailyherald.com) — Schaumburg boys basketball fell 52-45 to Barrington despite 12 points from Cam Anderson, while Schaumburg Christian evened its record with a solid win over Lombard Prep. The roundup also highlights strong performances from nearby schools like Hersey, Fremd, and Mundelein’s unbeaten girls, giving Schaumburg fans a clear picture of how local programs stack up this week.
   

• Illinois U.S. senator cheers BABES Act, tightening TSA breastfeeding rules – [your]NEWS (yournews.com) — U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth, identified as D-Schaumburg, is celebrating a new bipartisan law tightening TSA rules on handling breast milk and breastfeeding supplies, which advocates say will reduce stress and lost milk for traveling parents. The BABES Enhancement Act requires better training and enforcement at airport checkpoints, aiming to help more mothers continue breastfeeding while balancing work and family travel.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Schaumburg

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday December 11

• A Collector's Dream Auction - General Antiques - ONLINE ONLY
  Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
  9:00 am

Friday December 12

• CAMERATA CHICAGO PRESENTS: A HANDEL'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT for the Whole Family!
  St Alphonsus Church, 1429 W Wellington Ave, Chicago
  2:00 pm
• Meditation with Crystal Singing Bowls at Grounded Wellness Center (GWC)
  Grounded Wellness Center, 2353 Hassell Rd, Hoffman Estates
  7:00 pm

Saturday December 13

• Guns! Accessories! and Ammo! Auction!
  Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
  10:00 am

Saturday January 3

• Willow Hill Lights - Open nightly thru Jan 4
  Willow Hill Golf Course, 1350 Willow Rd, Northbrook
  5:00 pm

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Other local events

Thursday December 11

• The Nutcracker
  Al Larson Prairie Center For the Arts , 201 Schaumburg Ct , Schaumburg
  7:00 pm

Friday December 12

• Dooley Rollerskating Fundraiser
  Coachlite Skate Center , 1291 W Bryn Mawr Ave , Roselle
  4:30 pm
• Julbord Holiday Buffet tickets now available!
  IKEA Restaurant , 1800 McConnor Pkwy , Schaumburg
  5:30 pm
• PTSA Fun for All - Movie Night
  Lincoln Prairie School HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
  6:00 pm

Saturday December 13

• Breakfast with Santa
  Community Recreation Center , 505 N Springinsguth Rd , Schaumburg
  9:30 am

Sunday December 14

• FLL Competition
  Lincoln Prairie School HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
  8:00 am

Thursday December 18

• Thursday Night Laughs
  Al Larson Prairie Center For the Arts , 201 Schaumburg Ct , Schaumburg
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Just curious.
  I am a animal lover and I am concerned about so many pets being reported missing. How is this happening so much? My dog stays with me. I make sure… (Nextdoor Meadow Knolls)
• Looking for a reputable roofer to clear gutters and a couple feet of snow above them in a 2 story townhome this morning Tuesday Dec 9.
  Must be licensed and bonded. Also would they would be responsible in case of any injuries (Nextdoor Schaumburg)

• P.F. Chang's China Bistro posted a job opening for Expeditor in Schaumburg. Apply here.
• Nestle International posted a job opening for Line Operator 1 Job Details | Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA in Schaumburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Schaumburg here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hoffman Estates

• Hoffman Estates seeks sister cities hosts (dailyherald.com)
• Muddy, Buddy and Oprah: Harper library exhibit celebrates decades of campus performances (dailyherald.com)
• Story from Thrive Pet Healthcare: Holiday Cheer or Holiday Fear? Protect Your Pets This Season (usatoday.com)

Rolling Meadows

• Rolling Meadows Holiday Celebration Rescheduled For Thursday (journal-topics.com)
• Palatine Resident Charge with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon After Displaying a Gun During a Dispute (arlingtoncardinal.com)

Arlington Heights

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