Ludwig Dairy is recalling all of its products, the Kane County Health Department announced today. The Dixon dairy is removing its products from stores and … Read more ›
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Weather
Hot, humid, rainy weather on tap, but Labor Day will be cool
Another day of hot and humid weather lies in store for the Chicago area today, with a good chance of thunderstorms tonight. But temperatures will … Read more ›
Sports
North Central ranks 4th in a national poll
North Central College’s football team made a lot of noise in 2010 and as a result, the Cardinals were rated 4th nationally in a poll … Read more ›
News
Banned for life from Great America
Brian Gill stood near the gates of Great America in Gurnee on a recent afternoon — unable to set foot inside. With the American Eagle … Read more ›
Seasonal
From the community
Green Youth Farm – Harvest Days
In our very own Greenbelt Forest Preserve, teen’s lives are changing with each passing summer. Since 2003, the Green Youth Farm, a project of the … Read more ›
Government
From the community
Be Prepared for Emergencies with Three Steps
In conjunction with National Preparedness Month in September, the Lake County Health Department/Community Health Center encourages all residents to play an active roll in preparing … Read more ›
Health and fitness
From the community
Flu vaccination offered to veterans, military and their families
The Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center is offering flu vaccinations to thousands of military members, veterans, military retirees and family members. As … Read more ›
News
Highways construction-free, not police-free for holiday
Highway construction will be halted for drivers traveling over the Labor Day weekend, but officials are warning that police will be out in force to … Read more ›
News
Midday news roundup: Drug investigation nets 3 arrests and more
TribLocal’s midday roundup brings you TribLocal stories that folks are reading and talking about each day. Read on for a glimpse at what’s popular today … Read more ›
Entertainment
New rollercoaster for Six Flags in 2012
Six Flags Great America will open a new rollercoaster for its 2012 season, park officials said this morning. The new wing-style rollercoaster, X-Flight, will feature … Read more ›