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Arlington delays hiring consultant focused on ecology, walkability for city's comprehensive plan

MIG, a consultant firm that works with cities in long range planning, would be paid $640,000 to work on Arlington's comprehensive plan.

‘Look what somebody wrote on it’: Naperville Central investigating report of racial slur on student’s locker

Naperville school and police officials are investigating how a racial slur got onto a student’s athletic locker at Naperville Central High School. According to the student’s mother, the slur was

‘It’s got to be a fair deal’: Arlington Heights legislators open to Bears funding if the team comes back to town

Arlington Heights legislators involved in behind-the-scenes Bears stadium discussions have left open the door to providing some public assistance for redevelopment should the NFL franchise redirect

LOCAL ROUNDUP: Danville girls tennis duo to play for third place

The Danville High School girls tennis doubles team of Anna Houpt and Reese Rundle took on some of the best in the state.

Illinois American Water Continues Investing in Alton’s Water and Wastewater Infrastructure

ALTON - Illinois American Water continues to invest in its water and wastewater infrastructure in the Alton District. Recent projects include the installation

Man killed in Elgin over color of his clothing, prosecutor says

The man accused of a deadly stabbing in Elgin committed the attack because the victim was wearing the wrong color clothing, a Kane County prosecutor said at a court hearing Thursday. Assistant

Sherman, Ione/Arlington advance to district semifinals in volleyball

The Sherman High Huskies (7-6 league, 12-13 overall) and the Ione/Arlington High Cardinals (10-3 league, 21-7 overall) advanced to the Oct. 26 Big Sky League district tournament in The Dalles

As agencies push back, new poll shows public favor for Illinois transit consolidation

A new poll commissioned by a coalition of environmental groups shows public support for consolidating Chicago’s mass transit agencies.

Possible human remains found in Bolingbrook

Possible human remains have been discovered in Bolingbrook, authorities said. The Will County coroner’s office has taken custody of a suspected human skull discovered by citizens in a wooded area

Logan Farrell chooses home turf: Illinois flips 2025 3-star tight end

Three-star tight end Logan Farrell has agreed to stay home, joining Illinois football’s class of 2025. He previously committed to

Aurora man dies in crash at intersection

An Aurora man died following a traffic crash at the intersection of Farnsworth Avenue and Mountain Street in Aurora Tuesday afternoon. At approximately 12:55 p.m., a 2024 Nissan Kicks traveling east

2024-2025 Preview: Women’s Basketball Looks to Build on Success

This is a season for Loyola women's basketball to figure out who they are, according to head coach Allison Guth — and The Phoenix has outlined how they plan to do just that.

Illinois Payroll Jobs Up, Unemployment Rate Stable in September

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today that nonfarm payrolls were up +7,100 while the unemployment rate was unchanged at 5.3 percent in September, based on preliminary data provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor ...

Fort Worth-based Mexican food restaurant chain opens at the Parks Mall in Arlington

Delivered to your inbox — completely free. Fort Worth-based Mexican food company Salsa Limón has expanded with a seventh location, this one at the food court at the Parks Mall in Arlington. Nicknamed “Parques,” the location is being launched by ...

Man dies in watercraft crash Sunday on Fox River in McHenry

A man died in a suspected watercraft crash Sunday afternoon on the Fox River in McHenry, officials report. The Nunda Rural Fire Protection District responded to a call at 1:54 p.m. Sunday to the Fox

Pepper Square, Firefly Park, Ranch at Uptown plans in play

Dallas City Council plans to hold a hearing on granting a planned development district for Pepper Square in North Dallas, at the southeast corner of Preston and Beltline roads. The outdoor shopping mall, anchored by a Trader Joe's, is currently zoned for "community retail" district, which prohibits residential use.

2 Bartlett High School students injured, one seriously, when struck by school bus Friday

Two students were hospitalized, one with life-threatening injuries, when they were struck by a school bus outside Bartlett High School. Authorities are investigating but no updates were released

Batavia’s Whitwell enjoys bounce-back game in win against Wheaton Warrenville South

It had been a tough couple of weeks for Batavia running back Nathan Whitwell. After rushing for over 100 yards in each of the first five weeks, the senior back had been stopped plenty short of the

Trick-or-treat times in the suburbs

Halloween is Thursday, Oct. 31. Some communities are offering printable signs for those who wish to inform trick-or-treaters that their household is opting out of giving candy. Various towns also

District 80 candidates say criminal justice reform among top issue

Both candidates running for the 80th District Illinois House seat say there is need for reform in the criminal justice system, and that voters in this district, which encompasses several south and

Meg Loughran Cappel: 2024 candidate for Illinois Senate District 49

Illinois Senate District 49 City: Shorewood Age: 53 Occupation: State Senator and small business owner Previous offices held: I am the

Illinois State Bar Association recommendations for Lake County judicial races

The Illinois State Bar Association, the state’s largest bar with more than 28,000 member attorneys, has released its recommendations for Lake County judges running for retention in next month’s

Paylocity’s Strengths in Customer Support and Innovation Justify Buy Rating

Needham analyst Scott Berg maintained a Buy rating on Paylocity (PCTY – Research Report) today and set a price target of $200.00. Scott

New Arlington ISD junior high celebrates namesake as construction reaches milestone

Joey Rodriguez Junior High, named after a beloved district soccer coach who died from COVID-19, was topped with its last steel beam Oct. 7.

Where to enjoy a local pie for National Pizza Month

Chances are you’ve been celebrating a food holiday and didn’t even know it. October is National Pizza Month, and since we’re a little more than halfway through it, odds are good that you’ve

One resident injured, dog dies in Addison house fire

A female resident was transported to a hospital for smoke inhalation and a dog died following a house fire in Addison early Tuesday morning. No other injuries were reported from the blaze that was

Arlington Heights country club where Ray Kroc made business deals turns 100

It was where an Arlington Heights milkshake machine salesman persuaded reluctant businessmen to invest in his budding hamburger restaurant, and the likes of Arnold Palmer swung his clubs. So, too,

MABAS Deploys Firefighters From 17 Local Departments To North Carolina For Hurricane Helene

Firefighters from 17 departments in Chicago’s North and Northwest suburbs were deployed to Conover, North Carolina, about 50 miles northwest of Charlotte, for relief operations from Hurricane Helene.

Rosati's offers $3.50 pizza to celebrate 60th anniversary

Rosati's Pizza is offering customers a nostalgic trip back in time with 1964 pricing to celebrate their 60th anniversary.

Arlington Heights, IL – Crash with Injuries at Euclid Ave and Kennicott Ave

Arlington Heights, IL (October 14, 2024) – A traffic accident occurred at approximately 6:35 PM at the intersection of Euclid Avenue and Kennicott Avenue, prompting a response from Arlington Heights firefighters and paramedics. Emergency responders ...

Arlington Heights, IL – Crash with Injuries at Dundee Rd and Arlington Heights Rd

A traffic accident occurred at approximately 8:00 PM at the intersection of Dundee Road and Arlington Heights | Contact Police Accident Reports (888) 657-1460 for help if you were in this accident.

Elgin Rotary members helping food pantry in Mexico

The Elgin Breakfast Rotary is seeking donations from local businesses and Individuals to purchase a refrigeration unit for a food pantry in Lake Chapala, Mexico. You can mail checks written out to

Undeterred by previous losses, Hanson again challenging Quigley in 5th District

Democratic U.S. Rep. Mike Quigley is facing a familiar challenger this fall in the largely suburban 5th Congressional District. Republican Tommy Hanson, a real estate agent from Chicago, lost to

An aerial view of the Carpentersville Dam removal

From high above, construction vehicles look like children's toys as they work to remove the Carpentersville Dam this fall. The project, expected to be finished in November, will create a 10.2-mile

Cross country: Wheaton North’s Romaine, Hersey’s Wade take titles at Wheeling invite

Wheaton North’s Maddie Romaine and Streamwood’s Sophia Baumert had differing viewpoints of running alone Saturday morning. Schaumburg liked how running together worked out in the girls race of

Dennis M. Reboletti: 2024 candidate for Illinois House District 45

Illinois House District 45 City: Elmhurst Age: 56 Occupation: Attorney Previous offices held: Former State Representative (2007-15),

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