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Two Views on Pension Reform: IL 28th Senate Dist. Candidates
Sen. Dan Kotowski and Jim O’Donnell are vying to represent the newly drawn district. Compare how they stack up on the issues.

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Sen. Dan Kotowski and Jim O’Donnell are vying to represent the newly drawn district. Compare how they stack up on the issues.

Fire Chief: A “significant” fire was extinguished at Mugavero’s Pizza & Ribs on Central Road Wednesday morning. The fire started in the kitchen, according to investigators.
Fire Chief: A “significant” fire was extinguished at Mugavero’s Pizza & Ribs on Central Road Wednesday morning. The fire started in the kitchen, according to investigators.
Riddell Sports is the official helmet manufacturer and is the only one that can display its logo, which has been criticized due to safety concerns, the New York Times reported.
Police responded to an explosion at an apartment building in 2010. The people inside the apartment sustained minor injuries, according to police.
Des Plaines Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.
Park Ridge Patch’s community event calendar lists tons of stuff to do.
Fire Chief: A “significant” fire was extinguished at Mugavero’s Pizza & Ribs on Central Road Wednesday morning. The fire started in the kitchen, according to investigators.
Last day for entries Saturday, Oct. 6. Finalists will win gift cards and other prizes in contest.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
A Chicago woman was seen with a rope tied around her neck on the Elmhurst Road overpass on Interstate 90 on Aug. 23, according to police.
Four new squads are part of annual rotation; three replace vehicles damaged during flooding, according to the police fleet coordinator.
No injuries, no foul play suspected, estimated loss $17,500, according to the Des Plaines Fire Department.
Surveys completed online and sent by mail, covering five key areas, will be completed through Oct. 15.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
The Des Plaines business has served wedding receptions and community events for more than 40 years.
Share your favorite pictures from the community; click the green “Upload Photos and Videos” button.
Find out the latest information about local roadwork, reported on the city’s website.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Des Plaines Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
The Warriors lost 35-7 on Friday, CSL Insider reported.