Downers Grove, IL|News|
$1M-Winning Illinois Lottery Ticket Sold in Downers Grove
A Maywood woman won a top prize on a "$1,000,000 Jumbo Bucks" ticket.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
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- Elmhurst, IL
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Maywood Woman Wins $1M Illinois Lottery Prize
She bought her winning scratch-off ticket at a Speedway in Downers Grove.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Sons and Daughters Ride Free on Metra on April 28
Metra will celebrates National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Acrylic Painting Workshop Caters to Beginners
The April 27 workshop is open to ages 50 and older.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
Elmhurst|News|
Fischer Fifth Graders Win Crosstown Battle of the Books
Seven District 205 elementary schools participated.
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Chicago, IL|News|
10 Illinois Residents Infected with Elizabethkingia Bacteria
The strain of bacteria in these cases is different from the one related to the recent outbreak in Wisconsin, officials say.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Seven D99 Students Receive National Scholastic Art Awards
Of the 320,000 works of art and writing submitted, 2,400 were awarded medals at the national level.
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Elmhurst|News|
Alleged Kohl's Thief Busted with Heroin: Police
A Berwyn woman was arrested for returning stolen merchandise and drug possession.
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Oak Park-River Forest, IL|News|
Wow! House: Sun Deck, Conservatory, Audio System, Wine Storage
This 6 bed, 5 bath home has 5,767 square feet.
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Darien, IL|News|
Wow! House: Bright Kitchen, Cozy Den, Pub, Game Area, Patio
This 5 bed, 4 bath home has 3,529 square feet.
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Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills, IL|News|
Wow! House: Breakfast Bar, Veranda, Outdoor Kitchen, Elevator
This 5 bed, 8 bath home has 3,500 square feet.
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Woodridge, IL|News|
Wow! House: Two-Story Foyer, Double Closets, Jetted Tub, Patio
This 5 bed, 4 bath home has 3,052 square feet.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Authorities ID Man Killed by Metra Train in Downers Grove
The Chicago man was hit by a train April 13 near the Downers Grove Main Street station.
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Downers Grove, IL|News|
Wow! House: Pocket Doors, Breakfast Room, Marble Bath
This home has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
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Western Springs, IL|News|
Wow! House: Breakfast Bar, Spa Bath, Pub, Wine Cellar, BBQ
This 5 bed, 5.5 bath home has 4,467 square feet.
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La Grange, IL|News|
Wow! House: Volume Ceilings, Leaded Glass, Rec Room, Patios
This 5 bed, 6 bath home has 5,200 square feet.
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Elmhurst|News|
Wow! House: Balcony, Wet Bar, Tiered Patio with Fire Pit
This 5 bed, 5 bath home has 3,802 square feet.
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La Grange, IL|News|
Phone Scammers Impersonate Cook County Sheriff's Officers
The real sheriff’s office says it is not working with the IRS on any cases.
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La Grange, IL|News|
Brookfield Zoo Employee Contract Extended as Negotiations Continue
Provisions for zoo animals are in place in the event of a strike, according to the union.
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Chicago, IL|News|
Get a $1 Jimmy John's Sub on Customer Appreciation Day
The $1 sub deal is available April 21, in stores only.
Morgan Searles, Patch Staff
