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‘Incredibly rewarding’: Carpentersville company designed controls for Artemis II mission

‘Incredibly rewarding’: Carpentersville company designed controls for Artemis II mission

For the first time in half a century, astronauts are headed to the moon — and equipment designed and manufactured here in the suburbs will help them get there.

 
Cook County warns of measles exposures in Northwest suburbs

Cook County warns of measles exposures in Northwest suburbs

The Cook County Department of Public Health is warning of possible measles exposures in Mount Prospect and other parts of the Northwest suburbs.

 
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Why Elgin is giving state a chance to pass legislation before addressing e-bike, scooter laws

Why Elgin is giving state a chance to pass legislation before addressing e-bike, scooter laws

Elgin officials said they’ll wait until the state’s spring legislation session is over to see if any proposed regulations regarding e-bikes and other micromobility devices pass before suggesting an ordinance of its own.

 
Warrenville attracts developer for ‘catalyst’ project in city’s Old Town

Warrenville attracts developer for ‘catalyst’ project in city’s Old Town

The city of Warrenville’s efforts to spark redevelopment on a former gas station property are bearing fruit. West suburban developer Denver Capital has proposed a mix of residential and commercial space at the northeast corner of Batavia and Warrenville roads.

 
White Sox postpone home opener to Friday due to weather forecast

White Sox postpone home opener to Friday due to weather forecast

Thursday’s scheduled 2026 home opener between the White Sox and the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays has been postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather.

 
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Where does Ian Happ fit after Cubs’ recent push for contract extensions?

Where does Ian Happ fit after Cubs’ recent push for contract extensions?

After the Chicago Cubs recently made substantial long-term investments in two of their core players, homegrown outfielder Ian Happ said Tuesday that “there’s nothing to report” in terms of his contractual status.

 
Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's bid to limit birthright citizenship as he attends arguments

Supreme Court casts doubt on Trump's bid to limit birthright citizenship as he attends arguments

The Supreme Court seemed poised Wednesday to reject President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright citizenship in a consequential case that was magnified by his unparalleled presence in the courtroom.

 
Attacks persist on Iran and across the Mideast as Trump threatens escalation

Attacks persist on Iran and across the Mideast as Trump threatens escalation

Iran kept up its attacks on Israel and Persian Gulf neighbors on Wednesday as airstrikes pounded Tehran and U.S. President Donald Trump again made contradictory statements about whether he was ready to wind down the war or escalate it.

 
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Brad Underwood waited 26 years for a Division I job. Now in Year 39, he has Illinois in Final Four

Brad Underwood waited 26 years for a Division I job. Now in Year 39, he has Illinois in Final Four

Illinois’ Brad Underwood coached for 26 years before landing his first Division I head coaching job.

 
Things to do April 3-9: Easter events, Shane Gillis, Howie Mandel and more

Things to do April 3-9: Easter events, Shane Gillis, Howie Mandel and more

Make plans for Easter events throughout the suburbs, Shane Gillis at the United Center, Howie Mandel at the Genesee Theatre and more.

 

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