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Schaumburg police erase staffing shortage after overhauling hiring process

Schaumburg police erase staffing shortage after overhauling hiring process

Changes to the Schaumburg Police Department’s recruiting process a year ago have resolved what was a severe staffing shortage.

 
Aurora police investigate shooting on city’s west side

Aurora police investigate shooting on city’s west side

Aurora police are investigating a shooting on the city’s west side.

 
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Former Aurora Christian Schools board member charged with sexual abuse of minor

Former Aurora Christian Schools board member charged with sexual abuse of minor

An Aurora man who once served on the Aurora Christian Schools board is facing charges of sexual abuse against a minor.

 
U-Haul driver involved in back-to-back Schaumburg crashes charged with aggravated DUI

U-Haul driver involved in back-to-back Schaumburg crashes charged with aggravated DUI

A U-Haul cargo van driver involved in a second crash after apparently fleeing the scene of another in Schaumburg Wednesday has been charged with aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol.

 
Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates earns top 5-star hospital rating

Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates earns top 5-star hospital rating

Ascension Illinois announced Friday that Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates has earned a five-star overall hospital rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

 
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Elgin man who caused 4-vehicle crash in Crystal Lake while fleeing Cary police pleads guilty

Elgin man who caused 4-vehicle crash in Crystal Lake while fleeing Cary police pleads guilty

An Elgin man was sentenced to five years in prison Wednesday after he pleaded guilty to failing to report a July crash he caused that injured another driver, and fleeing from Cary police in Crystal Lake.

 

Popular retailer UNIQLO opens in Oak Brook

Popular Japanese retailer UNIQLO opened its newest location on Friday at Oakbrook Center.

 
Thirsty? Elgin to purchase mobile hydration station to provide free water at events

Thirsty? Elgin to purchase mobile hydration station to provide free water at events

Free, cold water will soon be on tap at many Elgin festivals and events.

 
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A radical Chicago sports reset: It’s OK to cheer for both baseball teams

A radical Chicago sports reset: It’s OK to cheer for both baseball teams

This weekend’s City Series at Rate Field is set up to be a rare occasion when both the Cubs and White Sox have winning records. This is a good time to try a new approach to fandom.

 
Ranking the road trips on the Bears 2026 regular-season schedule

Ranking the road trips on the Bears 2026 regular-season schedule

The NFL announced its 2026 schedule, and Chicago Bears fans will have plenty of fun road trips to take as the Chicago Bears will head on the road eight times.

 

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