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Monday, March 9, 2026

Aurora University the only Illinois school to make U.S. News list of most beautiful college campuses

The school has been recognized in the past for its campus and grounds.

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Will County Board member Jacqueline Traynere found guilty of computer tampering

Will County Judge Derek Ewanic found County Board member Jacqueline Traynere guilty on two counts of computer tampering.

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Man accused of brandishing knife and charging at police officers in St. Charles charged with attempted murder

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office approved several charges against the man.

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US Sen. Bernie Sanders endorses state Sen. Karina Villa for Illinois comptroller

Illinois state Sen. Karina Villa is in a four-person race to replace longtime Illinois Comptroller Susana Mendoza, who decided last year not to run for another term.

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Illinois 2026 GOP primary for governor features four candidates and one familiar face but big donors sit out

The Republican primary for governor four years ago was impossible to miss with massive spending and six candidates. This year, apart from candidate Darren Bailey, almost nothing is the same.

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Penman, Breugelmans square off in GOP primary in Illinois Senate District 33

The Republican race in the March 17 primary election in Illinois Senate District 33 is between Danielle Penman and Jessica Breugelmans.

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Maple Sugaring Days in St. Charles offers sweet reason to get outside

The event offered Saturday and Sunday by the Kane County Forest Preserve District gave families the opportunity to watch naturalists tap into maple trees in search of what some call the liquid gold that eventually yields true maple syrup.

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Local artisan market event a ‘great pairing’ for Art History Brewing in Geneva

Organizers said all vendors were located less than 25 miles from the brewery, making all products and services locally-based.

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