What’s left of Sears? Stores and HQ are nearly gone, but successor still owns and leases many properties

Many goodbyes already have been said in Sears’ native Illinois, with its last great headquarters rapidly fading from the landscape of Hoffman Estates. But the one-time retail giant’s 139-year-long story continues at eight remaining stores elsewhere in the country and as a landlord of commercial properties both near and far.

Schaumburg aims to slash police hiring time during officer staffing crisis

‘It’s a castle’: Dan and Ada Rice’s legacy lives on in revamped Danada House

4 suburban spellers among 13 Illinois finalists competing in Scripps National Spelling Bee

The West Dundee Veterans of Foreign Wars post dedicated a memorial Saturday to all who have served in the U.S. military. “From this moment on, their sacrifice will always be ed here,” post member Scott Webb said.

Police investigating explosion following truck crash in Addison

‘It’s a high-end grocer’: The Fresh Market coming to Schaumburg’s Veridian development

American flags line the route of a previous Memorial Day parade in Naperville. This year’s parade will step off at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 26.

Where to find Memorial Day ceremonies and parades

Memorial Day is Monday, May 26. Here are some of the events planned to honor United States military personnel who have given their lives in service of their country.

Kady Grass was beaten May 13 at restaurant in Carpentersville. Police said at least one of the attackers called her slur based on her sexual orientation.

Police say attackers called her a slur. Why aren’t the suspects charged with a hate crime?

A young woman was badly beaten May 13 at a Carpentersville restaurant, after police said her attackers called her a derogatory name based on her sexual orientation. The suspects have not been charged with a hate crime.

Baseball: Hersey upsets Fremd in MSL title game

It was all about the arms for Hersey Friday in Palatine. Keegan Luxem, Riley Blackwell and Lincoln Cao combined to stymie Fremd as the Huskies held on for a 3-2 victo...

Rawson Bridge Road drivers along the Fox River in Port Barrington are alerted to possible turtle crossings along the roadway.

‘Anything to raise awareness’: Drivers asked to watch for turtles crossing roads

Wildlife experts are reminding drivers to be alert for turtles crossing roads near lakes, ponds and marshes throughout the region searching for water, food and mates.

Hoffman Estates will host Unity Day: Festival of Cultures on Saturday, May 31.

Hoffman Estates’ Unity Day to celebrate community’s cultures

The village of Hoffman Estates’ Cultural Awareness Commission will host this year’s Unity Day: Festival of Cultures from noon to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, May 31 at village hall, 1900 Hassell Road.

Mundelein is seeking to expand its Stars on Parade exhibition with a piece celebrating Mexican American heritage. This star, titled “Alice in Wonderland,” is among the dozen or so that decorate the downtown area.

Mundelein to celebrate Mexican American community with new sculpture

Mundelein will honor its Mexican American community with a sculpture in the downtown area.

Arlington Heights history buff Brian Maloney uncovered the stories of nine locals who died in the Civil War. Bricks honoring them were placed in Memorial Park, where the village’s annual Memorial Day ceremony will be held Monday.

History detective uncovers stories of Arlington Heights’ forgotten Civil War soldiers

An Arlington Heights history buff discovered the names and stories of nine Civil War soldiers from Arlington Heights who died in the war. They’ll be honored for the first time Monday during the town’s annual Memorial Day ceremony.

Mount Prospect seeking developers for former Chase Bank property

Mount Prospect is moving forward with plans to redevelopment of the former Chase Bank property at 111 E. Busse Ave.

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