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Cathedral Celebrates Bishop Lucas' 10 Years
State Rep. Elaine Nekritz has proved twice again that she's one politician who's not afraid of doing the flip-flop. The Northbrook Democrat was a competitive gymnast when she was a girl, and she still knows how to turn a mean cartwheel.
No injuries in Des Plaines-area fire
A townhouse near Des Plaines is uninhabitable after a fire late Friday, authorities said.
After laying down 1000-ft, of hose Sunday afternoon at the Methodist Campground, Des Plaines firefighters extinguished a blaze in a white, wooden cottage at 18 Circle St.
DP Planning Land Uses Near Casino Site
Des Plaines officials are not only sharpening their focus on the planned casino project along River Road north of Devon Avenue, but are also beginning to zero-in on what eventually to do with a large piece of property west of the planned gaming operation.
Heavy Storms Drench DP, Rosemont
Last Friday's deluge sparked a mobilization of Des Plaines Public Works and emergency services crews to keep storm sewer drains clear of debris and roads passable.
Paul's A Fighter, But Family Could Still Use A Hand
Former Des Plaines resident, Paul Pietrowski, loves playing wheelchair basketball and swimming.
City To Narrow Down Fire Chief Candidates From 7
Seven candidates for the soon-to-be-vacant Des Plaines Fire Chief's position are currently participating in a formal application and interview process.
Des Plaines Plans For First Two Cameras
Motorists who pass through one or two of Des Plaines' busiest intersections can expect to have their driving skills monitored more closely beginning next fall with the anticipated activation of the city's first two red light cameras.
Des Plaines man pleads guilty to assault
A Des Plaines man and registered sex offender pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a minor.
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Des Plaines man shares story of captivity
James Douglas Willson isn't searching for credibility. He knows his tale of how he ended up in a Moroccan prison is bizarre, but still he maintains his innocence.
Des Plaines Man Released From Morroco Jail
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Sandbagging started as Des Plaines crests
Village officials were on the alert Sunday as the Des Plaines River rose more than six feet in 48 hours, fed by torrential rains on Friday.
Heavy Rains Cause Flooding in Lake Count
Lake County is attempting to recover from powerful storms that brought surges of lighting, thunder and heavy rains late Friday into early Saturday.
Flood Warning in Effect, Rain Possible
A flood warning remains in effect for the Des Plaines River Sunday afternoon, and more showers could be on the way.
Theater Set For Bigger Things?
The owner of the downtown Des Plaines Theater has begun the search to hire a new theatrical and movie manager and is considering interior building improvements as part of a plan to host more events and attract additional people to the downtown area.
Des Plaines to extend railroad sound wall
Des Plaines residents living near the Canadian National Railroad tracks between Oakton Street and Howard Avenue may find some relief this summer from the din of trains.
Des Plaines grant will raise 14 cabins
Des Plaines will use a roughly $400,000 federal grant to help property owners on the historic Methodist Campground alleviate flooding, a city official said this week.
Child welfare agency could face budget cuts
Illinois' child welfare agency has begun warning hundreds of caregivers to abused and neglected children that $460 million in budget cuts will occur by month's end if state lawmakers don't approve a fully funded state budget.
Four stabbed in fight at West Loop club
Charges were pending Saturday against a man who police say stabbed four other men -- seriously wounding two of them -- in a fight at a West Loop bar early Saturday.
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