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Des Plaines mom, sons die during Mexican vacation

Des Plaines mom, sons die during Mexican vacation

A memorial service will be held Saturday for three members of a Des Plaines family who died last week while vacationing in Mexico.

 
Why Lake Zurich’s July 4 fireworks fizzled

Why Lake Zurich’s July 4 fireworks fizzled

After Lake Zurich canceled the community’s fireworks display on Friday, a different kind of fireworks erupted on social media, with a burst of speculation about the reasons behind the cancellation. On Monday, the village provided details to explain why safety became a concern after an unexpected deluge Friday morning.

 
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Three-story sporting, dining and entertainment venue coming to St. Charles

Three-story sporting, dining and entertainment venue coming to St. Charles

Harbor House Paddle & Provisions hopes to become a go-to stop for Kane County residents looking for exercise, coffee, drinks, a date night, live music and just about any other excursion.

 
The time is now: First Watch opens in Naperville’s Block 59

The time is now: First Watch opens in Naperville’s Block 59

Popular breakfast, brunch and lunch chain First Watch opened in Block 59 in Naperville Monday. Dine-in guests receive free, unlimited coffee with their meal through Friday, July 11.

 
Debate erupts over role job cuts played in weather forecasts ahead of deadly Texas floods

Debate erupts over role job cuts played in weather forecasts ahead of deadly Texas floods

Former federal officials and outside experts have warned for months that President Donald Trump’s deep staffing cuts to the National Weather Service could endanger lives.

 
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Man hit in face by fireworks blast near Crystal Lake, seriously injured

Man hit in face by fireworks blast near Crystal Lake, seriously injured

A man was hospitalized after he was hit in the face by a fireworks mortar Saturday night near Crystal Lake.

 
26-year-old man killed in motorcycle crash in Sugar Grove

26-year-old man killed in motorcycle crash in Sugar Grove

A 26-year-old Hinckley man died Sunday afternoon following a motorcycle accident on the eastbound US Route 30 ramp to southbound Route 47 in Sugar Grove, police said.

 
Round Lake Beach police looking for hit-and-run driver

Round Lake Beach police looking for hit-and-run driver

Round Lake Beach police are seeking the public’s assistance locating the driver of a pickup truck wanted in connection with a hit-and-run Saturday evening.

 
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One treated for multiple gunshot wounds in Prospect Heights shooting

One treated for multiple gunshot wounds in Prospect Heights shooting

One person found with multiple gunshot wounds Sunday is being treated at an area hospital, while police are looking for a suspect, Prospect Heights police said.

 
How Trump’s big bill will affect you, from Medicaid cuts to tax credits

How Trump’s big bill will affect you, from Medicaid cuts to tax credits

Congress has signed off on a $3.4 trillion legislative package featuring new tax breaks, spending cuts, and more funding for defense and immigration enforcement, deliveri...

 

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