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Chicago region ranks worst in nation for porch piracy; Here’s how to avoid being plundered

Chicago region ranks worst in nation for porch piracy; Here’s how to avoid being plundered

Here’s one list we in the Chicago area aren’t happy to sit atop as the holiday shopping officially begins today: Favorite city for porch pirates. We asked some local experts for some tips on how to avoid being plundered.

 
Man charged with robbing Oak Brook gas station

Man charged with robbing Oak Brook gas station

A man on parole for armed robbery has been charged with robbing an Oak Brook gas station.

 
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DuPage County passes new budget with $18 million for ‘Sustainability Initiative’

DuPage County passes new budget with $18 million for ‘Sustainability Initiative’

DuPage County will begin its new fiscal year with a balanced spending plan that includes funding to address food insecurity and housing affordability while supporting mental health initiatives and community services.

 
Bears activate DBs Johnson, Gordon but rule out DB Stevenson for Friday’s game at Eagles

Bears activate DBs Johnson, Gordon but rule out DB Stevenson for Friday’s game at Eagles

The Chicago Bears activated cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon off injured reserve Thursday ahead of Friday’s game at the Philadelphia Eagles.

 
Kane board again delays filling District 2 vacancy

Kane board again delays filling District 2 vacancy

The Kane County Board has again refused to fill the District 2 vacancy.

 
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Ameren residential gas customers to see average $3.65 increase on bills in January

Ameren residential gas customers to see average $3.65 increase on bills in January

Following the ICC’s approval of a $73 million rate increase for Ameren, the company’s residential customers can expect to see an average $3.65 increase on their monthly bills starting in January. This compares to $4.25 a month for customers of Nicor, the state’s largest gas utility.

 
Don’t let Black Friday scams steal your holiday cheer, BBB warns

Don’t let Black Friday scams steal your holiday cheer, BBB warns

The biggest shopping rush of the year is here. Despite the large crowds and often challenging weather, many bargain hunters will set early alarms to grab limited supplies of doorbuster sale items.

 
Things to do Nov. 28 to Dec. 4: Tree lightings, ‘Nutcrackers’ and more

Things to do Nov. 28 to Dec. 4: Tree lightings, ‘Nutcrackers’ and more

Make plans for tree lightings and productions of “The Nutcracker” throughout the area, Naperville Holiday Parade of Lights, Christmas at Cantigny Light Show, the Vienna Boys Choir, “Elf The Musical” on stage and more.

 
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Merry and bright: Paramount’s swingin’ ‘White Christmas’ an ideal addition to the holiday season

Merry and bright: Paramount’s swingin’ ‘White Christmas’ an ideal addition to the holiday season

Treat yourself to an evening of American pop classics at Paramount Theatre’s heartwarming, joyous revival of “Irving Berlin’s White Christmas” running through Jan. 11.

 
BTE’s charming ‘Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley’ celebrates friendship, artistic expression

BTE’s charming ‘Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley’ celebrates friendship, artistic expression

Buffalo Theatre Ensemble’s charming revival of “Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley” marks its third and final production of Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon’s “Pride and Prejudice”-inspired trilogy.

 

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