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Chicago Bears fan fest at McHenry Outdoor Theater with families and children

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

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

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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

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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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...

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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...

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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...

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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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Cardinal Blase Cupich and Michael Sacks at a formal event in Chicago

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Group objects to Catholic award honoring Chicago businessman; Cardinal Cupich stands by decision

Families enjoying autumn festivities at Jack's Pumpkin Pop-up in Chicago

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Chicago's unusually warm October boosts business at Jack's Pumpkin Pop-up

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Escaped Tennessee inmate's vehicle found in Illinois, manhunt continues

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Valor Support Project sets 3rd annual Veterans Day dinner for Nov. 7 in Rock Falls

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