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‘A bucket list item that I didn’t know I had’: Suburban garage rockers prep for first headlining gig since ’60s

‘A bucket list item that I didn’t know I had’: Suburban garage rockers prep for first headlining gig since ’60s

The Huns, a 1960s garage rock band from the Northwest suburbs, have reunited and are rehearsing for their first solo show since going their separate ways after high school graduation in 1969.

 
Contractor fraud surging amid record storms — here’s what to watch out for

Contractor fraud surging amid record storms — here’s what to watch out for

Just as suburbanites clean up after another round of powerful storms left behind downed trees and damaged homes, a national association is warning about surging instances of contractor fraud, particularly here in Illinois

 
The 2025-26 Herald Cup: No. 1 St. Francis

The 2025-26 Herald Cup: No. 1 St. Francis

St. Francis finished first in the small school Herald Cup standings for 2025-26.

 
'A legacy for all of us': St. Charles eyes redevelopment of former police station site

'A legacy for all of us': St. Charles eyes redevelopment of former police station site

St. Charles City Council members this week expressed support for having city staff draft a statement of interest to work with the park district on redeveloping the old police station site in downtown.

 
Geneva’s Little Owl, Old Towne Pub sites face setback as restaurant plans fall through

Geneva’s Little Owl, Old Towne Pub sites face setback as restaurant plans fall through

A Geneva restaurateur’s plans to open two restaurants in the city’s empty Little Owl and Old Towne Pub sites have stalled, with work stopping and "For Lease" signs returning to both buildings after initial renovation progress.

 
Pedestrian struck by outbound Metra train at Schaumburg station

Pedestrian struck by outbound Metra train at Schaumburg station

A pedestrian was struck by an outbound Metra train at the Schaumburg station early Thursday, halting service along the line.

 
Fire leaves Naperville home uninhabitable

Fire leaves Naperville home uninhabitable

No injuries were reported after a fire late Wednesday night left a Naperville home uninhabitable, authorities said.

 
At least one tornado confirmed near Huntley after Wednesday’s storms

At least one tornado confirmed near Huntley after Wednesday’s storms

National Weather Service meteorologists have confirmed at least one tornado touched down near Huntley during Wednesday’s round of severe storms.

 
Countdown to prep football: Nine area juniors to watch

Countdown to prep football: Nine area juniors to watch

Kevin Schmit: Our countdown to high school football continues this week with nine area juniors to see play this season.

 
‘We are going to get it right’: Dart outlines plans to curb crime on trains, buses

‘We are going to get it right’: Dart outlines plans to curb crime on trains, buses

Professionalism, accountability and a safe system for Metra, Pace and CTA riders are among Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart’s goals in heading up a regionwide task force.

 
‘An entirely new experience’: Hollywood Casino Aurora opens $360 million entertainment complex

‘An entirely new experience’: Hollywood Casino Aurora opens $360 million entertainment complex

With speeches — and a lion’s dance for good luck — the new Hollywood Casino Aurora opened its doors Wednesday.

 
The 2025-26 Herald Cup: No. 2 Wheaton Academy

The 2025-26 Herald Cup: No. 2 Wheaton Academy

Wheaton Academy finished second in the small school Herald Cup standings for 2025-26.

 
Taste of the towns: Food-centric festivals satisfy hungry festgoers

Taste of the towns: Food-centric festivals satisfy hungry festgoers

Of course, every festival offers tasty tidbits of some sort, but not every fest makes food the main focus. Here are upcoming festivals through Labor Day with food right in the title.

 
Kids invited to enter National Night Out art contest

Kids invited to enter National Night Out art contest

Maine Township is hosting a National Night Out poster contest for kids.

 

Paper shredding event in Lisle

State Rep. Margaret DeLaRosa and state Sen. Laura Ellman are hosting a paper-shredding event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Lisle Park District Recreation Center, 1925 Ohio St., Lisle.

 
Dining out: New restaurants, July 4 specials and more

Dining out: New restaurants, July 4 specials and more

Madurai Kitchen opened a new location this week at Glen Town Center in Glenview, and there’s a new First Watch in Crystal Lake. Plus, where to celebrate July 4 and fun for your pup at Lazy Dog.

 
Top-tier cast powers Drury Lane’s ‘Nunsense’

Top-tier cast powers Drury Lane’s ‘Nunsense’

Drury Lane Theatre assembled a first-class ensemble of sisters for its revival of “Nunsense,” the delightfully goofy, second-tier tuner about nuns from the Little Sisters of Hoboken putting on a variety show fundraiser in the aftermath of a tragedy.

 
Home & garden calendar, June 23-July 4

Home & garden calendar, June 23-July 4

Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like firefly friendly yards, America250 celebrations, and more. Also, list of garden walks, nature walks, garden shows, workshops and more.

 
Skating community shocked by death of Glen Ellyn’s Carl Cepuran

Skating community shocked by death of Glen Ellyn’s Carl Cepuran

Glen Ellyn resident Carl Cepuran, renowned former head coach at Glen Ellyn Speed Skating, died suddenly on Sunday.

 

Suburban residents among 455 charged nationally in Medicaid fraud crackdown

Several suburban residents are facing charges stemming from a massive Medicaid fraud crackdown that resulted in 455 arrests nationwide.

 

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