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Widowed DeKalb man honors late wife with $13K cancer center donation
DeKALB – For the second year in a row, a widowed DeKalb man has donated thousands to the healthcare facility where his late wife received treatment before she died a month shy of her 50th birthday. Shannon Finnan died on April 12, 2020, after battling melanoma, a type of...
Lake Forest approves purchase of building to house police
The Lake Forest City Council has taken another step toward moving its police headquarters with the $3.5 million acquisition of an empty building in the Conway Park office complex. On July 15, the City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a now vacant three-story building at 1925 Field Court. The...
Chicago area Jewish genealogy research resources to be focus of hybrid talk Sept. 22 in Northbrook
“Resources for Jewish Genealogy in the Chicago Area — What’s New” will be the topic of a presentation by genealogist Mike Karsen for the Sunday, Sept. 22, hybrid meeting of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois at 2 p.m. Mike will be speaking in person at Temple Beth-El, 3610 Dundee Road, Northbrook, and online via Zoom.
Fire damages home in Lake in the Hills
No injuries reported from a house fire Sunday evening in Lake in the Hills that broke out near an electrical service meter, officials report. The Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District responded to a call at 7:20 p.m. to the 1200 block of Pine Street for a house fire. First responders arrived within five minutes to a single-story home with smoke and a fire in the wall near the electrical service meter, according to an Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District news release.
Hawaiian-style canoes set out on Crystal Lake: ‘It’s a rush’
Motor boats, paddle boards and kayaks were scattered around Crystal Lake on a sunny Sunday afternoon. Joining them were two 40-foot-long, Hawaiian-style canoes that sit six rowers and effortlessly glided through the water. This may have been the first time Crystal Lake has had this kind of canoe in its...
Convicted felon faces multiple charges after attempting to flee Elmhurst police: prosecutors
A motion was granted Sunday to detain pre-trial an Addison convicted felon accused of possessing a semi-automatic handgun, prosecutors said. Antwaion Edwards, 27, of the 200 block of Hale Street, appeared in DuPage County First Appearance Court charged with one count each of armed habitual criminal, unlawful use/possession of a weapon by a felon, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and multiple misdemeanor and petty offenses including resisting a police officer, DUI and transportation of open alcohol by a driver, according to a DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office news release.
Summer Reading Extravaganza set for July 26 in Sycamore
SYCAMORE – The Sycamore Public Library will host a Summer Reading Extravaganza Party to celebrate the end of its Summer Reading Challenge. The free party will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 26 at the library, 103 E. State St. The party includes games, face-painting, crafts, a bounce...
Thomas Belmore
MCHENRY, IL- Thomas Robert Belmore, a cherished husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2024, at his home in McHenry, IL. Born on December 30, 1970, in Marquette, MI, to parents Robert Belmore and Cheryl Bergh. Thomas’s legacy is carried on by his loving wife...
Police: Skokie woman missing from Evanston since July 15
Police and family members are seeking the public’s help to find an 82-year-old Skokie woman who hasn’t been seen since last week. Tsering “Dolma” Wangyal was last seen at 6 p.m. Monday, July 15, at the Levy Senior Center, 300 Dodge Ave., Evanston. She is described...
Authorities: Felon was driving drunk with handgun
A judge has denied pretrial release for a felon accused of driving drunk and possessing a semiautomatic handgun. Antwaion Edwards, 27, of the 200 block of Hale Street in Wheaton, appeared in DuPage County’s first-appearance court on Sunday. He is charged with one count of armed habitual criminal, one...
Access to Care: Are You Waiting Longer than a Month to be Scheduled for a Colonoscopy?
Scheduling a colonoscopy is a vital step in preventive care, particularly for individuals over age 45 or those with a family history of colon cancer. Waiting to schedule this crucial procedure can cause anxiety. Many factors contribute to delays in getting the procedure done, such as high demand for gastroenterology services, limited availability of doctors who perform the procedure, and a lengthy referral process.
Bond Vet expanding further in Chicago market with 2 new centers this year
Bond Vet, a New York City-based veterinary care provider, is aggressively expanding in the Chicago market with plans to open two new locations in August. The company will open a 3,600-square-foot center at 5 Waukegan Road in Glenview and a 2,400-square-foot center at 845 W. Madison St. in the West Loop. In the past year, Bond Vet also opened locations in Wicker Park, Lakeview and Streeterville.
Crystal Lake man charged with 6th DUI while license suspended, authorities say
A Crystal Lake man accused of committing his sixth offense of driving under the influence of alcohol Thursday night was allowed release from county jail with conditions Friday, including he not drive a vehicle. Larry Gibson, 66, of the 400 block of Golf View Drive, is charged with DUI, sixth...
Fresh sweet corn is back on the market in DeKalb County
DeKALB – Fresh sweet corn is back in stock at DeKalb County farm stands, and while most Midwesterners know there are many ways to prepare corn, a farm stand worker in DeKalb said sometimes the cobs are so good she’ll eat it raw. Nancy Guerra, who has worked...
Police: No charges in fatal shooting at Arlington Heights apartment
A man who fatally shot a Chicago man in an Arlington Heights apartment Sunday won’t face charges, police said Monday. Arlington Heights police said the deceased — identified Monday as 33-year-old Jimmie Jackson Franklin of Chicago — unlawfully entered the Arbor Lakes Apartments residence near Bloomington Avenue and Lake-Cook Road, where a woman who obtained an order of protection against him lives.
Northbrook Park District and restaurant form food and beverage partnership for summer events
The Northbrook Park District is expanding its longstanding relationship with a member of the local business community. It is partnering with, The Landmark Inn Bar & Grille, to provide food and beverages for outdoor events this summer. According to a news release, the restaurant is a favorite of Northbrook residents....
Norridge budget 11.3% higher but includes no tax increase
An increase of nearly 11.3% in expenses in the Norridge village budget this year will be offset by $2 million in grants and unspent funds from last year, Village Administrator Joanna Skupien said. “We’re happy with it,” Skupien said of the budget. “It’s good when you are able to budget...
Glen Ellyn senior celebrates 101st birthday with nod to Olympics
A Glen Ellyn senior surpassed the centenarian club when he celebrated his birthday with a Parisian, coffee-themed party to honor his love of Java and the Olympics. Raymond Polakowski, a resident of Churchill Place, an Anthem Memory care community, celebrated his 101st birthday July 20 with family and friends at the community located at 190 Geneva Road.
Wide receiver Isaiah Brown looks to be key figure in new era of Batavia’s offense
BATAVIA – It’s no secret that when Batavia’s offense takes to the field in the season opener against Glenbard East, it’s going to look a little different from the past few years. With the departure of key offensive threats Ryan Boe and Charlie Whelpley to graduation,...
Athletes Unlimited Set to Kick off 2024 Championship Season
Athletes Unlimited will begin their 5th championship season of professional softball in Rosemont, Illinois this week. The 5-week season begins with the Week 1 player draft on Monday, June 22 with games beginning on July 26. The Season. The championship season will stretch for almost exactly one calendar month, beginning...
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