Chicago artist who created the mural credits his uncle, an Aurora resident, with teaching him to paint.
Aurora honors blues history with new mural downtown
Day: June 18, 2024
Asbestos found in Glencoe’s Central School during construction
The presence of asbestos-containing materials will add to the overall costs of the ongoing addition at Glencoe’s Central School, officials said. District 35 Director of Finance and Operations Jason Edelheit said upon razing the existing Central School administration office, crews discovered asbestos in the mastic underneath some of the finishes and fixtures. Mastic is a sealant often used in construction projects to bond materials such as floor tiles and wall panels. “While we did not find any actual floor tiles containing asbestos, the presence of asbestos in the mastic necessitates careful handling and remediation to ensure safety and compliance with […]
Hinsdale District 86 school board approves ADA settlement with former Hinsdale South band director
The Hinsdale D86 school board settled a lawsuit against former Hinsdale South band director Kirk Hickman, June 13.
The shooter who killed 5 at a Colorado LGBTQ+ club pleads guilty to 50 federal hate crimes
The shooter who killed five people and injured 19 others at an LGBTQ+ club that was a refuge in the conservative city of Colorado Springs pleaded guilty to federal hate crimes and was sentenced to 55 life terms in prison.
Librarians staffed below state recommended levels in some south suburban schools
Orland Park District 135 and Homer Glen 33C are responding differently to calls to have a certified librarian in each school building.
Aurelio’s Pizza in Naperville closing after 12 years: It was a ‘very difficult and emotional decision’
After 12 years, Aurelio’s Pizza in Naperville’s Springbrook Square is closing at the end of this month.
Elgin man who sexually assaulted a woman at knifepoint given 50-year prison sentence
An Elgin man who sexually assaulted a female acquaintance at knifepoint has been sentenced to 50 years in prison.
Kane County judge dismisses case against ex-Campton Hills trustee
A Kane County judge dismissed a civil action against former Campton Hills trustee Timothy Morgan after Morgan resigned his village board seat.
Southtowners: People from Oak Forest, New Lenox, Lemont and more honored
Area natives are recognized by colleges, universities all over the country for doing excellent things.
Oilers vs. Panthers Game 5 prediction: Stanley Cup Final odds, picks, best bets
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