Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Schaumburg Amazon Fresh To Celebrate Re-Grand Opening
The Golf Road store location now features a new Krispy Kreme donut shop and will be celebrating with giveaways on Saturday and Sunday.
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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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Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton's Pa Lian Near Top Of Midwest's Top 100 Eateries
The Burmese restaurant ranked No. 2 among the top 100 Midwest dining destinations as Yelp reviewers praised it for its fresh ingredients.
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Elmhurst, IL|News|
Bensenville Tow Truck Driver Left Motorcyclist On Road After Crash: PD
Joseph Sarb, 42, faces a charge of leaving the scene of a fatal accident after police said a motorcyclist died after hitting Sarb's truck.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois COVID-19 Hospitalizations Down, Bucking National Trend: CDC
Despite a national spike in COVID-19 cases over the summer, Illinois hospitalizations have dropped dramatically from the start of 2023.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Free Dental Care, Cleanings Being Offered Free To Kids Under 5
Volunteer teams from local dentist's offices will be offering the services as a way of building good dental habits for young children.
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Evanston, IL|News|
Northwestern Players Hazing Claims 'Highly Suspect', Ex-Coach Says
Mike Hankwitz, Northwestern's defensive coordinator between 2008-21, said Pat Fitzgerald would not have tolerated behavior alleged in suits.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
New Illinois Law Requires Full-Day Kindergarten By 2027-28
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a measure that requires districts to have full-day programs while also offering half-day,"play-based" education.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville's B'n Chingón Is A Family Affair Built On Passion
The Mexican eatery run by Ozzy Gomez and his children offers traditional homemade tacos and salsas elevated with a modern twist.
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Frankfort, IL|News|
Zacamo Bowl Honors Frankfort Native's Legacy By Giving Back
The 6-on-6 flag football tournament honors former Providence Catholic and Notre Dame athlete Zac Plantz has raised $200,000 in two years.
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Chicago|News|
Public Memorial Set For Late Blackhawks Owner Rocky Wirtz
Wirtz, who died unexpectedly at the age of 70, will be remembered at a public service at the United Center a day after a private funeral.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Man Led Cops On High-Speed Chase That Topped 100 MPH: Police
Cook County resident Chevelle Carter, 31, was one of three people who police said fled after acting suspiciously at an Oak Brook mall.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
Illinois Spirit Halloween Stores Make Early Costume Push In August
Halloween may still be months away, but many of the seasonal costume store's 40 locations around the state are opening in August.
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Evanston, IL|News|
Ex-Northwestern Lineman Claims Racial Discrimination, Hazing In Suit
Ramon Diaz says Northwestern and its Board of Directors allowed "perpetrators disguised as coaches" to exploit players of color.
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Homer Glen-Lockport, IL|News|
'It's Now Or Never': Homer Glen's McMichael Awaits Hall Of Fame Call
Former Bears defensive lineman Steve McMichael is one of 12 semifinalists for the Hall of Fame, but his wife fears he's running out of time.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Warrant Scam, Stolen Bike, Hospital Disturbance: Downers Grove Blotter
Police say a local woman was scammed out of $480 after a person posing as a police officer called and said she had missed a court date.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Detours Around Wheaton's Creekside Drive Brige To Begin Next Week
Crews have begun preliminary work to replace the bridge, which will be closed to vehicle and pedestrian traffic through the end of October.
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Wheaton, IL|News|
Carol Stream Man Drove Drunk, Led Cops On High-Speed Chase: Police
Alvin Thompson Jr. fled from police and reached speeds of more than 75 mph before police said he struck another vehicle, injuring a woman.
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Evanston, IL|News|
Former U.S. Attorney General To Review Northwestern Practices, Culture
Loretta Lynch will review practices to detect and report potential misconduct and examine the culture of the school's athletic department.
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Across Illinois, IL|News|
21 Illinois Hospitals Among Nation’s Best: U.S. News Ranking
Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center in Chicago were among the top-ranked hospitals in the United States.
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Naperville, IL|News|
Duck Donuts Brings Made-To-Order Creations To Naperville
The popular donut shop known for making piping hot pastry creations throughout the day celebrated its grand opening to big crowds.
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