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French-inspired delights at Cantigny’s ‘Voyage en France’ July 20
“Voyage en France” festival offers French sights, sounds, and flavors, followed by 21-and-older “Rendezvous” evening inspired by Versailles Gardens and Moulin Rouge. Next up in Cantigny’s fun-packed summer is “Voyage en France,” set for Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the museum, 1S151 Winfield Road in Wheaton.
Pritzker signs bill targeting ‘predatory’ health insurance practices
Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation Wednesday that puts new controls on the state’s health insurance industry, including bans on practices companies have used to reduce costs by controlling the amount of health care services a patient receives. The Health Care Protection Act, House Bill 5395, was among Pritzker’s top...
GreenMan Theatre’s ‘Stories from the Home Front, 1941-1945’
In their July 25 presentation “Stories from the Home Front, 1941-1945,” Elmhurst’s GreenMan Theatre Troupe will invite history lovers to journey back to the years of World War II with their Readers’ Theatre presentation, as they delve into the untold history and stories of those who supported the war effort from home.
Aurora Historical Society to host Burlington Railroad 175th anniversary banquet July 28
The Aurora Historical Society will hold a Burlington Railroad 175th anniversary banquet program from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, July 28, at Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N. Broadway in Aurora. The public is invited. Admission by July 16 is $75 for historical society members, $85 for nonmembers. After July 16,...
'Battle of the Big Butts’ to showcase area prep football linemen
West Aurora High football program to host 24th annual competition. West Aurora High School will host it’s 24th annual Battle of the Big Butts, strength, speed and endurance contests for Chicago area prep football linemen, on Thursday, July 11, at 3 p.m. The event will be held at West...
Fire ‘buddies’ helping build pool deck for Schaumburg girl with cerebral palsy
Schaumburg firefighters are continuing their friendship with a 7-year-old girl with cerebral palsy and epilepsy by helping build a deck for the beloved swimming pool she recently received through Make-A-Wish. Kelly Boscardin said her daughter Savanah, though nonverbal, has been delighted by the firefighters since even before she was selected...
Barrington neighbors blast plan for Porsche dealership
Neighbors critical of a proposed Porsche dealership and retail development on the Motor Werks of Barrington campus say the plan is too intrusive. Representatives from seven surrounding neighborhoods aired their concerns Tuesday night at a crowded Barrington Plan Commission meeting. The Murgado Automotive Group, which acquired the Motor Werks property...
Doubleheader sweep sends Kane County Cougars into first place
The Kane County Cougars took over sole possession of first place in the American Association East Division by sweeping a doubleheader against the Cleburne Railroaders on Wednesday afternoon at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva. Kane County (31-22) took the first game 8-2 and held on 3-1 to win the second game.
Dining out: Win free Portillo’s for a year, Barrington bourbon and beer crawl and more
We’ve got a pair of restaurant-related social media contests this week, as well as a bourbon and beer crawl in Barrington. It’s National Hot Dog Week, and as you would expect Portillo’s has a few offers to share. From now through Friday, July 19, you can enter...
Muhammad Ali musical to premiere in Chicago next year
“Ali,” a new bio-musical celebrating the life and legacy of the heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali, one of the most celebrated athletes of the 20th century, will premiere next year at the James M. Nederlander Theatre, 24 W. Randolph St., Chicago. The musical by writer/director Clint Dyer and composer...
McIlroy trying to move on from devastating U.S. Open loss
NORTH BERWICK, Scotland — Rory McIlroy got back into his own little world a few days too late. The immediate aftermath of a U.S. Open he threw away — missing two putts in the 3-foot range — included a previously planned trip to Manhattan. McIlroy said he walked the High Line a couple of times, able to be a face in the crowd of America's busiest city.
Explore local waterways with Creek Exploration series
The Fox River watershed is composed of streams, creeks, and rivers that support a wealth of aquatic wildlife. Bring the family out to discover the riverine systems right in your own backyard during the “Creek Exploration Series,” hosted by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. The series...
Simone Biles and LeBron James are among athletes expected to bid ‘adieu’ to the Olympics in Paris
Icons of their sports. Voices for equality and social justice. Elite performers. Simone Biles and LeBron James lead the list of athletes likely competing at their final Olympics. Add in that Andy Murray will be retiring after the Paris Games and that Rafael Nadal may bid goodbye to tennis, too,...
Aurora man charged in connection with Naperville shooting
An Aurora man charged in connection with a Naperville shooting in late June will remain in jail pending trial. Jarvell Rainey, 21, of the 800 block of Oliver Avenue, is charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery and armed robbery with a firearm. He is accused of punching a woman and then shooting her in the chest during a June 23 robbery in the 1000 block of Iroquois Avenue.
‘Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil’ boasts Broadway-ready melodies, but plot threads need attention
“Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” — 2.5 stars. “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil” — an unorthodox musical premiering at Goodman Theatre based on John Berendt’s 1994 true-crime-inspired bestseller — begins with a haunting prelude in a Savannah, Georgia, cemetery.
Naperville man murdered ex-wife after she insulted new wife, authorities say
A Naperville man accused of killing his ex-wife after hearing her use a derogatory word to describe his new wife will remain in jail as he awaits trial. Zokir S. Kudratov, 55, is charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing Saturday of ex-wife Rahima Kudratova at the Naperville home they shared.
Robert hits 2-run homer, White Sox finally beat AL-Central rival Twins, 3-1 in doubleheader opener
Luis Robert Jr. hit a 2-run homer and the White Sox finally beat the Minnesota Twins, 3-1 in the opener of a doubleheader Wednesday. Erick Fedde (7-3) delivered five scoreless innings and the bullpen hung on to give Chicago its first win over its AL Central rivals in nine tries this season.
Top 5 most important Bears in 2024: No. 3 Montez Sweat
Bears training camp is only a week away. Veteran players report for camp on July 19, and practices begin July 20. The much-anticipated 2024 season is nearly here. This week, we are counting down the five most important Bears players in 2024. What makes one player more important than another? That’s subjective, of course. But for our purposes, it comes down to this: Are the Bears worse off if this player can’t play? Does this player have untapped potential or past greatness to live up to? Is his story going to be one fans follow closely this season?
Lorenzo Musetti reaches his first Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon and will face Novak Djokovic
LONDON — Lorenzo Musetti threw his head back and spread his arms wide to celebrate reaching his first Grand Slam semifinal at Wimbledon, then covered his face with both hands. His 3-6, 7-6 (5), 6-2, 3-6, 6-1 victory over Taylor Fritz on Wednesday was a big deal, to be...
Schaumburg Boomers squeak past Joliet Slammers despite leaving 12 runners on base
Despite stranding a season high 12 runners on base, nine in scoring position, the Schaumburg Boomers opened a three-game series in Joliet with a 2-1 victory on Wednesday afternoon. Chase Dawson put the Boomers in front in the first inning, smacking a solo homer, his third of the year, with...
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