Chicago|News|
Proof Of Vaccination, Negative COVID Test Lifted At United Center
The lifting of the requirement takes place as the arena is preparing to host the NCAA tournament's Midwest Regional on Friday and Sunday.
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
Jeff Arnold, Patch Staff
- Chicago, IL
I am an award-winning journalist who has worked in sports and as an investigative reporter before starting with Patch as a roving editor in April, 2020. Prior to Patch, my work appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Forbes SportsMoney, ESPN.com and other outlets. I finished the 2012 Chicago Marathon and am currently studying improv at the renowned Second City, where many a Saturday Night Live alums got their start.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
Lockport PD St. Patrick's Enforcement Yields DUI Arrest, Tickets
The eight-day police campaign was geared at keeping impaired, unlicensed drivers off the road and making highways safer for everyone.
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Chicago|News|
Rain Steady Until Thursday, Thunderstorms Possible: IL Weather
After temperatures reached the low 70s Monday, wet weather will remain in place for the next three days before the sun returns on Friday.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Kirby Elementary District 140 Searching For New Superintendent
School officials accepted the resignation of Shawn Olson on March 9 and the district has named Michael Byrne as its interim leader.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook's Annual Spring Clean-Up Scheduled Through Saturday
Village residents can dispose of most unlimited bulk items and trash on their normal pick-up days although electronics are not permitted.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Tinley Park Sets Out To Remember 108 Residents Lost To COVID-19
The village is seeking a photo and names of local residents who have died from the virus as a way of chronicling the loss of local lives.
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Homewood-Flossmoor, IL|News|
Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges Tied To Shooting 2: Police
Police charged Calumet City resident Anton Simmons in connection with shooting a 22-year-old man and woman, 42, on Jill Terrance last week.
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Chicago|News|
Blackhawks Deal Veteran Marc-Andre Fleury To Wild For Draft Picks
The trade of the Stanley Cup-winning goaltender is the second big move made by general manager Kyle Davidson as the Hawks start rebuilding.
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Chicago|News|
Sun, Temps Near 70 To Start Week Before Rain Moves In: IL Weather
Rain settles in overnight Monday and temperatures drop into the 40s as windy and wet conditions will stick around before the sun returns.
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Crystal Lake-Cary, IL|News|
Cary Man Charged After Harassing Teen At Swim Club: Police
Daniel Flores has pleaded not guilty in connection to incidents in which prosecutors said he had inappropriate contact with a 16-year-old.
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Chicago|News|
Ogunjobi Fails Physical, Won't Sign With Bears After $40.5M Deal
Defensive lineman Larry Ogunjobi was to be the top free-agent signed by Ryan Poles, who called the 27-year-old "everything we wanted."
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Chicago|News|
'Chicagohenge' Starts This Weekend: Here's Where, When To See It
Chicago's grid system and the arrival of the spring equinox allows for amazing downtown views and photo opportunities of the sunrise, sunset
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
Bolingbrook Rock Bottom Restaurant, Brewery Closes Permanently
The pub, formerly Gordon Biersch, shut down this week after being hit hard by the pandemic, thanking patrons for many years of support.
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Chicago|News|
Temperatures Drop, Rain Moves In Before Sunny Sunday: IL Weather
Temperatures will struggle to get beyond the mid-40s Friday and Saturday with rain expected both days before the sun and milder air return.
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Tinley Park, IL|News|
Armed Man Wearing Medical Mask Robs Tinley Park Beauty Shop: Cops
Police said the man robbed Just Threading on 179th Street and fled in an unknown direction, leaving officers with few details to go on.
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Lemont, IL|News|
3 Lemont High School Student-Athletes Announce College Decisions
Football players Tyler Wilms and Giovanni Roncone will play at Murray State and Augustana and Will Harris will play soccer at Carroll.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Bullet Discovered, Marlowe Middle School Placed On Brief Lockdown
Students were kept in the classroom while Lake In the Hills police searched the school before deciding that there was no viable threat.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Jacobs Students Honored By Chicago Bears As Community All-Stars
Juniors Dylan Christopherson and Will Seibert are being honored for their non-profit group that provides football equipment to needy kids.
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Bolingbrook, IL|News|
State Rep. Avelar Offers Internships For 85th District Residents
Bolingbrook Democrat "Dee" Avelar is offering two summer internships as well as spots on a Youth Advisory Council to engage young people.
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Chicago|News|
Illinois Pot Sales Drop Dramatically From Record-Setting December
The state's 110 licensed dispensaries did just under $114 million in February after seeing sales of $137 million just two months earlier.
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