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This wild turkey was found strolling the aisles over the weekend at a Menards home improvement store in Vernon Hills.

Police chase, finally capture wild turkey roaming Vernon Hills store

A wandering wild turkey stirred excitement and an unusual call for service to the Vernon Hills Police Department last weekend at a Menard's home improvement store.

Legislation raising the age requirement for mandatory road exams for senior drivers from 79 to 87 has cleared the Illinois House.

Proposal to raise age for senior road tests clears first legislative hurdle

The Illinois House passed legislation Wednesday changing mandatory road tests from age 79 to 87. Next up is the state Senate.

Harry Potter's stag Patronus greets visitors outside the Harry Potter Shop Chicago store on Michigan Avenue, which debuted Thursday morning.

With a magical ‘swish and flick,’ Harry Potter store debuts on Michigan Avenue

For decades, devoted Harry Potter fans have had to accept the fact that Hogwarts is fictional. But the magic somewhat is restored for anyone able to visit Chicago’s new addition to the fandom, with attention to detail that can make you forget you’re not actually in London.

Naperville has topped Niche's "Best Cities to Live in America" list.

Naperville again No. 1 on Niche list of best American cities

Naperville repeats as Niche’s No. 1 “best city to live in America.”

Crews remove and install storm sewers as part of the Deep Lake Road resurfacing project from Route 132 to Route 173 in Antioch, Lake Villa and Lindenhurst. Pavement, curb and gutter removal is expected to begin soon.

Lake County’s $117 million road construction season set to begin. Here’s what’s in the plan

With several projects already up and running, the Lake County Division of Transportation outlines what else to expect during a busy $117 million construction program.

Lake in the Hills to end special taxing areas — but will increase overall tax levy instead

Lake in the Hills is getting rid of special service areas. But in exchange, it will impose a higher property tax levy on local real estate owners.

Children grab Easter eggs during the annual Egg Scramble at the Round Lake Area Park District Sports Center. This year’s event takes place at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 12.

Easter egg hunts and events for kids, teens and adults across the suburbs

This year, Easter is on Sunday, April 20. Here are some of the egg hunts and other Easter events planned in the suburbs.

Jannat Restaurant in Rolling Meadows celebrated its grand opening on Nov. 30, 2023. It is now temporarily closed for renovations into a new concept.

Rolling Meadows restaurant temporarily closing for rebrand

A Central Asian restaurant in Rolling Meadows has temporarily closed for renovations. A new concept is planned, officials said.

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