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‘Positive signs of movement’: Bears bill set for first hearing in Springfield this week

‘Positive signs of movement’: Bears bill set for first hearing in Springfield this week

Legislation that would give the Bears a long-term property tax break for a stadium complex on the former Arlington Park racetrack site is set for a hearing this week in the Illinois House.

 
Bill to regulate homeowners insurance rates crops up again in Springfield

Bill to regulate homeowners insurance rates crops up again in Springfield

Illinois lawmakers are poised to make a second attempt at passing a bill that would give state regulators more authority to control the rising cost of homeowners insurance.

 
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Holy hip-hop: Lombard priest dances his way into parishioners’ hearts

Holy hip-hop: Lombard priest dances his way into parishioners’ hearts

When it comes to dancing, the Rev. Matt Nathan is a bit of a late bloomer. But these days the cleric is cutting rugs and dropping beats, in addition to saving souls, at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Lombard.

 
Kane County Democratic hopefuls field questions about treasurer’s office

Kane County Democratic hopefuls field questions about treasurer’s office

The three Democratic hopefuls in the March 17 primary election for Kane County treasurer fielded questions at a recent League of Women Voters forum at the Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin.

 
$12.4 million projected shortfall prompts Naperville 203 to look for cuts

$12.4 million projected shortfall prompts Naperville 203 to look for cuts

With a projected $12.4 million deficit looming, Naperville Unit District 203 officials say spending cuts will be necessary to help balance the 2027 budget.

 
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Rubio’s speech to European allies takes a softer tone but sticks to Trump’s firm stance

Rubio’s speech to European allies takes a softer tone but sticks to Trump’s firm stance

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio offered a reassuring message to America’s allies on Saturday, striking a less aggressive but still firm tone about the administration’s intent to reshape the trans-Atlantic alliance and push its priorities after more than a year of President Donald Trump’s often-hostile rhetoric toward traditional allies.

 
Wauconda native Bickner has a good day at Milan Cortina

Wauconda native Bickner has a good day at Milan Cortina

Wauconda native Kevin Bickner, unable to make the finals in his prior ski jumping event at the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, placed 20th overall in his second event on Saturday in Italy.

 
O’Donnell: So many stories, so little time for NBC and the ’26 Winter Olympics

O’Donnell: So many stories, so little time for NBC and the ’26 Winter Olympics

Columnist Jim O’Donnell writes about the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and other sports stories.

 
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Lincicome: US vs. the world? In more ways than one

Lincicome: US vs. the world? In more ways than one

Columnist Bernie Lincicome writes about the Winter Olympics and other international competitions.

 
Pryce Sandfort’s 29 points lead No. 7 Nebraska past Northwestern 68-49

Pryce Sandfort’s 29 points lead No. 7 Nebraska past Northwestern 68-49

Pryce Sandfort scored 29 points, Sam Hoiberg added 14 and No. 7 Nebraska shook off a slow start to beat Northwestern 68-49 Saturday.

 

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