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Feds Don't Recognize Lyons Township High For Award
The U.S. government ended the program, so the state stepped in to honor winning schools.

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The U.S. government ended the program, so the state stepped in to honor winning schools.

The U.S. government ended the program, so the state stepped in.
The preservation program marked a milestone this week, which officials celebrated.
The school got a lot of feedback on next year's calendar, an official said.
Relations have improved since the high school's end run a couple of years ago.
The wading pool is set to be closed next year as the village replaces it.
The city offered 18 local groups the opportunity to take part.
He surrendered himself at the DuPage County Jail, police said.
In another case, a fired worker creates a ruckus at his old workplace, authorities said.
In another case, a man was charged with battery at a restaurant.
An alderman threw down his glasses. He later paid his "fine."
An online petition has drawn more than 1,400 signatures against a planned apartment building.
Those moving away often blame taxes. But experts say other factors play a role.
An alderman voted for a line of credit, but indicated later it wasn't a good idea.
The debate got tense about whether an alderwoman has a conflict of interest.
The park district may stick to its warning that board members could face criminal charges if they disclose closed-session discussions.
The circumstances of his departure were a mystery. He appeared to have differences with the superintendent.
The protesters opposed Trump. An SUV driver countered with another message.
Wearing tactical gear, he and two others were charged with a felony, authorities said.
Wearing tactical gear, the men were charged with a felony, authorities said.