The Portage Township School Board opposes legislation targeting school districts with a majority of students attending school elsewhere.
Portage school board opposes proposed law; HB 1136 would turn Gary public schools into charters
Day: January 14, 2025
Gary man on trial in deadly road shooting that killed man, wounded baby
A Gary man is on trial this week for allegedly opening fire on a minivan, killing a man and wounding a baby. Terry Horton, 27, is charged with murder and attempted murder and two firearms enhancements. He has pleaded not guilty.
Waukegan seeking input on sustainability plan; ‘The Green Team was able to … make impactful changes’
City officials are seeking public comment on the draft of its 2024 “Green Town City of Waukegan Sustainability Plan” through Feb. 7, enabling those ideas to be woven into the final report.
Ice skating returns to Santa’s Village after 20-year absence
Ice skating is back at the Polar Dome in Santa’s Village in East Dundee after a 20-year absence.
Hamas OKs draft agreement of a Gaza ceasefire and the release of some hostages, officials say
Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks said Tuesday. Mediator Qatar said the negotiations were at the “closest point” yet to sealing a deal.
Despite push for delay, park board OKs spending for Palatine Stables demolition
A Palatine Park District board member who has advocated for saving the Palatine Stables unsuccessfully tried to convince fellow commissioners this week to remove the cost of tearing down the facility from this year’s budget.
Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki’s MLB deal could spur chaos in Latin America — here’s why
Roki Sasaki can sign with MLB teams starting Wednesday, an unusual free agency that caused a domino effect among Latin American teenagers whose unofficial agreements are on hold pending his decision.
Made in St. Charles program puts spotlight on bakeries and cafes
The St. Charles Business Alliance has announced the four businesses selected to be honored in the 2024 Made in St. Charles program.
Cold and snow providing perfect Naperville conditions for those who like to skate and sled
Opportunities to relish all that winter has to offer are available across Naperville, just as long as the conditions are right. And lately — for the first time this season — they have been, Naperville Park District officials say.
Starbucks reverses policy on non-paying customers using bathrooms
Starbucks has a new code of conduct as part of its plan to make stores more welcoming and win back consumers, the company said.