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Out of grief, hope for others: Suicide prevention organizations work together to spur dialogue, reduce rates in schools

Out of grief, hope for others: Suicide prevention organizations work together to spur dialogue, reduce rates in schools

In 2023, suicide was the second-leading cause of death of those between ages 10 and 34 in America. Larry and Mary Jo Butz of Hawthorn Woods know personally the impact of that statistic. Now, through Megan Butz Legacy of Hope and Elyssa’s Mission, they are working with schools to educate and identify at-risk students.

 
‘Best hobby ever’: Glen Ellyn birdman shares joys of birding with new book

‘Best hobby ever’: Glen Ellyn birdman shares joys of birding with new book

Glen Ellyn's Jeff Reiter, a birding "evangelist" and longtime Daily Herald columnist, has put together his best “Words on Birds” in one nine-part book.

 
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Elias Kent Kane DAR chapter cleans headstones in Campton Hills

Elias Kent Kane DAR chapter cleans headstones in Campton Hills

The Elias Kent Kane Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution participated in the National DAR Day of Service by cleaning headstones at Whitney Cemetery in Campton Hills.

 
‘No Kings’ protests against Trump bring a street party vibe as GOP calls them ‘hate America’ rallies

‘No Kings’ protests against Trump bring a street party vibe as GOP calls them ‘hate America’ rallies

WASHINGTON — Protesting the direction of the country under President Donald Trump, people gathered Saturday in the nation’s capital and communities across the U.S. for “ ...

 
Israel says Hamas hands over ‘2 coffins of deceased hostages’ from Gaza

Israel says Hamas hands over ‘2 coffins of deceased hostages’ from Gaza

CAIRO — Israel said Hamas handed over “two coffins of deceased hostages” from Gaza late Saturday, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu increased pressure on the milita...

 
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What you need to know about annuities

What you need to know about annuities

Retirement researchers are often enthusiastic about annuities, but many consumers are reasonably skeptical.

 
Paws and furs hit the runway at annual dog costume contest

Paws and furs hit the runway at annual dog costume contest

All types and breeds of costumed dogs converged Saturday on the Dan Schimmel Pavilion in Willow Stream Park in Buffalo Grove to compete in the annual Canine costume contest and search for prizes in the doggy egg hunt.

 
Stage frights: Halloween shows dominate Chicago-area stages

Stage frights: Halloween shows dominate Chicago-area stages

This Halloween, suburban and Chicago theaters are serving up thrills, chills and chuckles, including tales of mad scientists, drunken vampires, terrorized wives, imperiled puppets and plucky farm animals.

 
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Boys soccer: Fremd, Stevenson among teams to watch in postseason

Boys soccer: Fremd, Stevenson among teams to watch in postseason

The 49th MSL Soccer Cup is in the books, and with that it signals the start of postseason soccer which begins in earnest Tuesday. This historic event is like no other as ...

 
Blackhawks confused by Tyler Bertuzzi interference vs. Canucks: ‘Not that great of a call’

Blackhawks confused by Tyler Bertuzzi interference vs. Canucks: ‘Not that great of a call’

The Blackhawks were either going ahead or going on a penalty kill when they challenged a goal call with just over five minutes remaining in the third period of a tied game with the Vancouver Canucks on Friday. Even when the officials’ call stood and went against the Blackhawks, that didn’t alter Blackhawks coach Jeff Blashill’s mind.

 

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