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Pace Expanding Services For High-Demand Bus Routes

The Arlington Heights-based company will be launching new schedules for Cook, DuPage and Lake counties starting Sunday.

Chicago Heights man shot to death in Calumet City, shooting death in Riverdale

Chevelle Chenault-Pouncy of Chicago Heights was killed in Calumet City and Yasneena Leree Harris of Sauk Village in Riverdale

Arlington Heights Veterans Breakfast Informs, Celebrates Service

The ‘Portrait of a Soldier’ exhibit features a portrait drawn for each service person from Illinois who was KIA. The Arlington Heights Veterans Breakfast & Celebration, held for the last 13 years, is organized by the Veterans Memorial Committee of Arlington Heights.

'This is reality': Arlington mayor highlights economic growth, future redevelopments

Mayor Jim Ross described his vision for the American Dream city includes economic development, business growth, tourism, public infrastructure investments and the advancement of UTA.

Cocktail boutique opens Saturday in Arlington Heights

A grand opening for Bitter & Sweet Cocktail Boutique in downtown Arlington Heights is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday. A ribbon-cutting ceremony at 157 N. Evergreen Ave. with Mayor Tom

Motorcycle Rider From Des Plaines Identified As Victim In Crash On Northwest Highway

Tuesday’s collision between two passenger vehicles and a motorcycle on the Arlington Heights-Mount Prospect border claimed the life of the motorcyclist from Des Plaines.

‘Somebody dropped the ball’: McHenry County sales tax for mental health falls short

Before McHenry County voters approved a quarter-cent sales tax increase to fund mental health services in a March referendum, officials estimated it would bring in about $1 million a month for the

Paylocity’s Strong Q1 Performance and Strategic Acquisition Drive Buy Rating and Increased Price Target

Analyst Scott Berg from Needham reiterated a Buy rating on Paylocity (PCTY – Research Report) and increased the price target to $220.00

Arlington Heights offers students the opportunity to earn extra money this winter by assisting local residents

This winter, students in Arlington Heights have an opportunity to make extra cash and help their community by shoveling driveways and sidewalks for older adults and residents with disabilities. This

LOCAL ROUNDUP: Danville doubles team takes third

In Danville High School tennis history, no group of players achieved what Anna Houpt and Reese Rundle did on Saturday.

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.

One dead from injuries in three-vehicle crash in Libertyville

A driver involved in a three-vehicle crash in Libertyville late Friday morning has died from their injuries, according to a news release from the Libertyville Police Department. According to police,

PREP GIRLS TENNIS: Danville duo advance to quarters

The Danville High School doubles team of Anna Houpt and Reese Rundle had a stellar first day in the IHSA Class 1A State Tournament.

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

McHenry man who died in Fox River watercraft crash ID’d

A man died in a suspected jet ski crash Sunday afternoon on the Fox River in McHenry, officials report. (Photo provided by Nunda Rural Fire Protection District) The man who died in a watercraft crash Sunday afternoon on the Fox River in McHenry has been ...

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

Alo Yoga, Ben & Jerry’s, Gregorys Coffee coming to Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg

Alo Yoga, Ben & Jerry’s and Gregorys Coffee are three popular brands on their way to Woodfield Mall in the coming months. They will join the recently opened Abercrombie Kids and Size

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

Mayor Jim Ross to Highlight Arlington’s Achievements in Upcoming State of the City Address

Mayor Ross will deliver the State of the City address in Arlington on Oct. 30, highlighting achievements and the American Dream Award winner.

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.

Va. lawmakers clash over forthcoming school accountability system

State lawmakers at the Virginia Education Summit on Monday questioned the state superintendent and president of the State Board of Education on the new school accountability system.

Arlington Heights’ Ghim comes close to first PGA victory

This PGA Tour season wasn’t the best for Chicago regulars Kevin Streelman, Nick Hardy and Doug Ghim. None qualified for the FedEx Cup Playoffs, which concluded the 2023-24 season in September. The

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 ...

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.

Marquette's Claywell: Challenges key to success at tennis sectional

Marquette's young tennis team, led by coach Kathy Claywell, set for tough competition at the IHSA Class 1A Girls Sectional in Jacksonville.

Ford Heights appoints 2 new trustees, 1 with family connection to convicted former Mayor Charles Griffin

Germaine Hooks was sworn in alongside Douglas Jones, a longtime friend of new Ford Heights Mayor Freddie Wilson.

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 look, same goals for Jersey tennis heading into sectional

Despite graduating key players from last season, Jersey tennis coach Dan Diamond is optimistic about this weekend's IHSA Class 1A Jacksonville Sectional.

Endorsement: Didech for Illinois House Dist. 59

When Daniel Didech first ran for the Illinois legislature in House District 59 in 2018, he beat his Republican opponent 61% to 39% and inherited the seat from the popular Carol Sente. He ran for

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

Next chapter for this Pritzker team

JB Pritzker called Trump “a rambling, incoherent, insulting old man determined to drive our economy into the deepest ditch he can find. Donald Trump’s proposed economic policies would increase costs,

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

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