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‘There’s a lot of benefit to it’: How suburban schools are using AI
As students filed into Jeremy Harkin’s Algebra 2 class at Schaumburg High School on a recent Thursday, he put the question of the day on the board: “What are common mistakes students make when solving compound inequalities?”. Students quickly pulled out their computers and typed in the question...
Marengo motorcyclist in critical condition after crash Sunday near Huntley
Alcohol is believed to have been a factor in a motorcycle crash Sunday that left a Marengo man in critical condition, according to information released Monday by the McHenry County sheriff’s office. According to the release, the Huntley Fire Protection District and sheriff’s officers were called at 12:29 a.m....
OAKtoberfest offers an afternoon of family fun at Maryknoll Park
The Glen Ellyn Park District, in partnership with Go Green Glen Ellyn, invites the community to celebrate the majestic oak tree at OAKtoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Maryknoll Park, 845 Pershing Ave. This free event from 1 to 4 p.m. offers a variety of family-friendly activities designed to educate...
Lake Zurich facility set to become suburbs’ second DMV+
Operations at the Illinois Secretary of State facility in Lake Zurich are being expanded to create a one-stop shop design featuring new services and expected shorter wait times. But first, the familiar DMV office at 951 S. Rand Road will be temporarily closed until Wednesday, Oct. 2, for its conversion...
Mother wants answers from District 15 after autistic son put on wrong bus
A Palatine mom is demanding answers after her 6-year-old verbal autistic son told her he was placed on the wrong school bus and then yelled at by the driver. Palatine resident Kelly Murray-Myrum said the incident happened Sept. 5, on first-grader Gianni Myrum’s first day at Lincoln Elementary School.
Roselle’s Public Safety Open House returns Sept. 22
On Sunday, Sept. 22, Roselle will host its annual Public Safety Open House from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the police and fire departments on Prospect Street. The free, family-friendly event complete with live demonstrations, kids activities, and Touch-a-Truck with trucks from Roselle Public Works, emergency vehicles from Roselle police and fire departments, as well as vehicles from local public safety organizations like the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office.
Second senior group home proposed in Schaumburg as first proposal dropped
Schaumburg plan commissioners are expected to hear a proposal for a senior group home at an existing single-family house in town. If this sounds familiar, it’s because the plan commission was already slating hearings about a similar proposal at another house. Those plans are now being dropped, but the new proposal is not related to the first, developers said.
A state’s experience with grocery chain mergers spurs a fight to stop Albertsons’ deal with Kroger
Lawyers for Washington state will have past grocery chain mergers – and their negative consequences – in mind when they go to court to block a proposed merger between Albertsons and Kroger. The case is one of three challenging the $24.6 billion deal, which was announced nearly two...
2024 Best of the Best Winner: Old Republic
Every year, as part of the Daily Herald Media Group’s Readers’ Choice program, we ask readers to vote for their favorites in more than 200 categories, including the areas of dining, entertainment, business, shopping, places and people. This year, readers responded with more than 44,000 votes, which we...
TikTok and the US face off in court over law that could lead to a ban on the popular platform
TikTok faced off with the U.S. government in federal court on Monday, arguing a law that could ban the platform in a few short months was unconstitutional while the Justice Department said the measure is critical to eliminate a national security risk posed by the popular social media company. Attorneys...
Yes, TikTok could still be banned. Here’s what you should know.
After years of failed attempts to ban video app TikTok because of its Chinese ownership, Congress passed a law in April requiring the company to shut down or sell to an American owner. TikTok fought back, saying a sale is impossible and a ban would infringe on users’ First Amendment right to free speech.
Maine West to honor veterans at football game
Maine West High School will be honoring United States veterans at its home football game on Friday, Sept. 20. Veterans will receive free admission to the game and be recognized by players and fans before the game for their service. Veterans will also receive a complimentary hot dog or burger,...
2024 Best of the Best Winner: Metropolis Performing Arts Centre
Every year, as part of the Daily Herald Media Group’s Readers’ Choice program, we ask readers to vote for their favorites in more than 200 categories, including the areas of dining, entertainment, business, shopping, places and people. This year, readers responded with more than 44,000 votes, which we...
Pair charged with robbing Fox Lake couple of casino winnings
Authorities have arrested one man and are searching for another in connection with the armed robbery of a Fox Lake couple who police say were followed home from a casino after winning big. Marcell Britton of Chicago is being held in the Lake County jail facing charges of armed robbery,...
2024 Best of the Best Winner: Village of Roselle
Every year, as part of the Daily Herald Media Group’s Readers’ Choice program, we ask readers to vote for their favorites in more than 200 categories, including the areas of dining, entertainment, business, shopping, places and people. This year, readers responded with more than 44,000 votes, which we...
Open house at Des Plaines fire station Saturday
The Des Plaines Fire Department will hold an open house Saturday. The free event will run from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station No. 63, 130 E. Thacker St. Attendees can check out fire trucks, meet firefighters and learn safety tips. Demonstrations, car seat safety checks and other activities are planned.
Fundraiser for USO in Libertyville Thursday
“Finn’s After Dark,” a fundraiser to benefit United Service Organizations (USO), will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. Thursday at the back lot of Mickey Finns Brewery, 345 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. An outdoor cookout and music by DJ Sylkk and Betty Soul is part of the...
DuPage County offers assistance with gas, electric bills
As cold weather approaches, DuPage County is offering energy assistance funds to help income-eligible households with their natural gas, propane and electric bills, as well as furnace repairs. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, offers one-time help to qualifying homeowners and renters. LIHEAP customers of Nicor Gas will...
Huntley chosen for stop on new Chicago-to-Rockford train line. But where will the station go?
A Metra stop could be coming to downtown Huntley, but officials are concerned about parking and costs. Last year, Huntley was announced as one of the municipalities that would be getting a stop on the proposed Chicago-to-Rockford Metra line. The service is expected to launch in 2027, have maximum speeds...
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