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Chicago Bears fan fest at McHenry Outdoor Theater with families and children
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Chicago Bears bring sold-out fan fest to McHenry Outdoor Theater

As the sun dipped below the horizon, the roar of excited fans filled the air at the McHenry Outdoor Theater, where the Chicago Bears made history with their first-ever takeover. The sold-out crowd buzzed with anticipation, a testament to the deep-rooted passion for the team that unites this...

Children eagerly participating in fall science experiments at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
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Griffin Museum of Science and Industry shares fall experiments

As the crisp autumn air settles over Chicago, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry invites families to immerse themselves in a world of wonder through a series of fall experiments. Children, their eyes wide with curiosity, gather around tables filled with colorful materials, each project a...

Cuban coffee trailer serving customers in Cortland, Illinois
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Cuban coffee trailer has Cortland abuzz

Young students intently playing chess at a library tournament, focused on their boards.
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Chess tourney for students in K-12 is Nov. 7 in Ashton

Children bundled in warm winter clothes, smiling in a snowy park
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Fritts, ROE 47 to host winter clothing drive Nov. 2-15

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Vintage photo of Joey Cusumano, a Chicago mobster, in Las Vegas.
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Death of mobster Joey Cusumano signals end of Chicago era in Las Vegas

In the shadowy corners of Las Vegas, where neon lights flicker like the secrets of its past, the death of Joey Cusumano marks the close of a chapter steeped in intrigue and danger. At 90, he leaves behind a legacy woven into the very fabric of the city he helped shape, a legacy that now fades into...

‘The Prophecy Show – A Holiday Rock Spectacular’ coming to Dixon Historic Theatre Nov. 27 — Shaw Local News Network
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‘The Prophecy Show – A Holiday Rock Spectacular’ coming to Dixon Historic Theatre Nov. 27

The Dixon Historic Theatre will kick off the holiday season with The Prophecy Show, a premier tribute to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27. Known for its powerhouse vocals, intricate electric guitar solos, and elaborate visual effects, The Prophecy Show brings TSO’s iconic...

DeKalb moves forward with aiding development of event space at site of former church — Shaw Local News Network
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DeKalb moves forward with aiding development of event space at site of former church

After an initial proposal went up in smoke, DeKalb city leaders are moving on from considering a proposal for a private club and cigar lounge at the site of a former church and are all in on aiding the development of an event space. The petitioners, Marty and Elisa Boughner, have entered into a...

Save the date to visit Paramount Theatre — Shaw Local News Network
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Save the date to visit Paramount Theatre

It’s hard to top the old-school charm of this restored 1930s Art Deco movie palace, especially with its lineup of Broadway productions, concerts, comedy shows and other special events. Located at 23 E. Galena Blvd., the Paramount Theatre opened in 1931. Visit www.paramountaurora.com for more...

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Chicago skyline at dusk, symbolizing the city's political landscape
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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

Chicago City Council chambers with Mayor Brandon Johnson at the podium during a budget debate
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Chicago alderpersons challenge Johnson's plan for $75 million pension allocation

Abandoned truck in a parking lot, focus on rear of vehicle
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Truck stolen by escaped Tennessee inmate is found abandoned in Illinois, authorities say

Chicago budget hearings begin with questions over corporate head tax, police misconduct costs — FOX 32 Chicago (WFLD)
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Chicago budget hearings begin with questions over corporate head tax, police misconduct costs

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