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A public hearing was held in Darien about a proposed housing development in November.

Lot sizes shrunk for proposed development in Darien

May 14, 2019 at 1:59 a.m.

Darien aldermen approved a zoning ordinance that will allow for the construction of a controversial housing development on a wooded 7.6-acre lot. The ordinance reduces minimum lot size requirements and...

Ashley Furniture facility in Romeoville to include outlet store

May 23, 2019 at 3:03 a.m.

A new Ashley Furniture retail outlet store, distribution center and regional office will move into a warehouse building adjacent to Interstate 55 in Romeoville. On Wednesday, trustees approved a special-use...

Students "play dead" in a building on the campus of Wheaton College to symbolize the death of Michael Brown.

Wheaton College students protest in wake of Ferguson decision

May 23, 2019 at 7:01 a.m.

More than 100 students marched on the campus of Wheaton College on Monday morning, shouting messages like "Hands up, don't shoot" and "Black lives matter" to protest the controversial police...

Aubrey Fasano assists a customer with coffee at Transition Perks in Western Springs.

Coffee shop helps Lyons Twp. students learn business skills

June 18, 2018 at 4:56 a.m.

Aubrey Fasano's dream jobs include working at a bridal shop or becoming a server at a high-end restaurant after she completes high school next year. Fasano, 21, is now working...

Chicago residents (left to right) Karina Gutierrez, 17, Gina Novotny, 15, and Julia Gutierrez, 20, shop at Orland Square Mall on Friday.

Holiday shoppers spring into action

May 20, 2019 at 4:47 a.m.

Sisters Kim and Karla Duenas of Tinley Park said they started their holiday shopping at 1 a.m. on Black Friday. About eight hours later, Kim, 21, and Karla, 14, were...

A medical marijuana dispensary may move into an industrial building in the 7500 block of Quincy Street in Willowbrook.

Willowbrook backs medical marijuana dispensary in industrial district

May 14, 2019 at 1:58 a.m.

After months of discussion about zoning regulations for medical marijuana dispensaries, trustees signed off on a special-use permit for a potential new dispensary to open shop in an industrial district...

Darien residents listen to police officials about a recent rash of burglaries in the suburb.

Darien residents upset over recent burglaries

May 14, 2019 at 1:58 a.m.

More than 100 people attended a community meeting Tuesday when Darien police officials discussed recent home burglaries and shared various tips for protecting residential properties. Darien residents Ed Mokry and...

Westmont tests the idea of a new slogan

May 14, 2019 at 1:58 a.m.

Westmont, known by its slogan as "The Progressive Village," is considering updating its image if enough residents support a change. A survey on the slogan has been posted on the...

Romeoville still looking to attract foreign investors

May 23, 2019 at 3:16 a.m.

Romeoville trustees Nov. 19 approved a new contract with Performance Institute LLC, a Michigan-based company that has been focusing over the past year on attracting foreign investors to the southwest...

Westmont hires new village manager

May 14, 2019 at 1:58 a.m.

Stephen May, a longtime village employee, has replaced former Westmont Village Manager Ron Searl, who opted for retirement in September after receiving a DUI in a neighboring suburb. May, who...

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