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St. Ignatius community mourns former volleyball standout killed in crash near University of Florida

In the wake of tragedy, the St. Ignatius College Prep community is grappling with the profound loss of Hazel Krauss, a vibrant former volleyball standout whose spirit once lit up the court. As her teammates press on in the state playoffs, the weight of her absence is felt deeply among players and...

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Johann, Oliver Boentges help Richmond-Burton boys soccer reach fourth straight sectional final

Richmond-Burton boys soccer coach Casey DeCaluwe recalls fondly being a freshman kicking a ball around on the same high school team with his older brother, a senior.So when Rockets senior Johann Boentges and freshman Oliver Boentges connected for a go-ahead score to begin the second half of...

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Illinois Lottery generates $3.87 billion in sales

In the bustling neighborhoods of Chicago, the excitement of a lottery ticket being scratched can be a moment of profound hope for many families. For some, it’s not just about the chance to win; it’s about the dreams that those winnings could fuel—perhaps a child's college education, a new family...

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Fritts, ROE 47 to host winter clothing drive Nov. 2-15

As the first chill of winter settles over our Illinois communities, State Rep. Brad Fritts stands at the helm of a heartfelt initiative aimed at warming the hearts—and bodies—of local families in need. With a sense of urgency and profound community spirit, he calls upon residents to rally together...

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DuPage state’s attorney forms Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team

DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin announced today the formation of DuPage County’s Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team within the 18th Judicial Circuit.The Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team is a countywide, multi‑agency network tasked with examining domestic violence-related deaths...

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West Aurora wins fourth-ever playoff game amid RB injuries: Kane County Chronicle Football Notebook

Nate Eimer knew when to defer to his players. The West Aurora coach saw his team give up a 42-yard touchdown to Leyden on the first play of the fourth quarter last Friday, giving the Eagles a 14-13 lead in their opening round playoff game. The Blackhawks, meanwhile, had won only three postseason...

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'Who am I tipping here?' Self-service kiosk at airport prompts customer to tip 18%, viral video shows

The airport authority has since responded to the video, claiming the kiosk operator should not have been soliciting tips.

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Illinois sales tax holiday saved families more than $11M

An Illinois sales tax holiday saved families an estimated $11.4 million during the 2026 back-to-school season.

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Student in custody after making threat at Yorkville Freshman Academy, District 115 says

A student has been taken into custody after allegedly making a threat at the Yorkville Freshman Academy on Tuesday, according to authorities.Yorkville School District 115 said in a statement sent out to district families Tuesday afternoon that a student was taken into custody. Yorkville police said...

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Social media post about possible explosives sparks CPD response at South Side school

A social media post about possible explosives drew a police response to a South Side high school Tuesday, Chicago police said.

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Joliet Park District executive director leaving post

Joliet Park District Executive Director Brad Staab is leaving the job at the end of the year.The Park Board on Monday approved a contract with Deputy Director Sean Caddigan, who will take over as executive director in January, at a salary of $180,000.Staab said he notified the Park Board last year...

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Dixon’s Brody Hopper overcomes adversity in return to cross country team’s starting lineup

```json { "content": " Brody Hopper stood on the sidelines, watching his teammates sprint towards victory, grappling with the frustration of being sidelined himself. The weight of expectation and competition hung heavy on his shoulders as he reflected on a season lost to adversity, a stark contrast...

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‘Hate symbol' etched into sidewalk near north suburban high school removed

Winnetka ‘Hate symbol' etched into sidewalk near north suburban high school removed "Our facilities staff contacted the Village, who immediately dispatched a crew to remove it," the district said. By Izzy Stroobandt • Published 12 minutes ago • Updated 22 seconds ago BOOKMARKER You’re watching the...

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