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Remembering the ‘Elmhurst Express,’ one of NASCAR’s early stars

Remembering the ‘Elmhurst Express,’ one of NASCAR’s early stars

One of the first major stars of NASCAR grew up in an unlikely location. Elmhurst native Fred Lorenzen won 26 races from 1962-67, and died last December at 89.

 
5-year-old dies from apparent drowning in Buffalo Grove pool

5-year-old dies from apparent drowning in Buffalo Grove pool

A 5-year-old Plainfield boy died Friday after he apparently drowned in a Buffalo Grove pool at a private residence.

 
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‘A rare gem’? This Chain O’ Lakes island is no paradise, but it can be yours

‘A rare gem’? This Chain O’ Lakes island is no paradise, but it can be yours

A small island for sale on Grass Lake near Antioch evokes visions of a warm breeze, a cool beverage on the beach and a relaxing break from the daily grind.

 
Sheriff: Deputies investigating reported gunfire find drug stash

Sheriff: Deputies investigating reported gunfire find drug stash

A 34-year-old Gurnee-area man faces felony drug charges after Lake County sheriff's deputies responded to reports of gunfire at his home early Saturday morning, authorities said.

 
‘We have a great history’: Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band returns to perform fundraising concert at Cantigny

‘We have a great history’: Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band returns to perform fundraising concert at Cantigny

Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band will perform a benefit concert for the West Suburban Foundation for Disabled Veterans on July 12 at Cantigny in Wheaton.

 
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DuPage forest preserve seeks new vision for historic home

DuPage forest preserve seeks new vision for historic home

The long-vacant Oak Cottage has a lot of farmhouse charm. Though it needs substantial work, preservationists hope to see the house near Naperville — a link to the area’s agricultural history — revived.

 
Car suspected in hit-and-run that killed teen near Crystal Lake is located

Car suspected in hit-and-run that killed teen near Crystal Lake is located

A car believed to have been involved in a hit-and-run crash that killed a 15-year-old boy has been located, the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office announced Saturday.

 
Bobby Jenks, All-Star closer and White Sox cult hero, dies of cancer at 44

Bobby Jenks, All-Star closer and White Sox cult hero, dies of cancer at 44

In 2005, Bobby Jenks was as much of a cult hero in Chicago as he was a closer. Burly and baby-faced, he was armed with a fastball that touched 100 mph. Jenks was like a s...

 
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Alex Bowman is looking for a 2nd straight Cup Series win in Chicago

Alex Bowman is looking for a 2nd straight Cup Series win in Chicago

Alex Bowman thinks he is moving in the right direction. With the NASCAR Cup Series back in Chicago on Sunday, it's good timing for the Hendrick Motorsports driver. Bowman raced to a sorely needed victory in downtown Chicago a year ago, stopping an 80-race drought and securing a spot in the playoffs.

 
Two riders ejected from their motorcycle following Friday crash in Pingree Grove

Two riders ejected from their motorcycle following Friday crash in Pingree Grove

Two riders were ejected from their motorcycle after they were struck by a vehicle Friday in the vicinity of routes 72 and 47 in Pingree Grove.

 

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