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Monday, July 6, 2026

D112 approves contract with Quest food vendor despite protest: ‘The committee made an informed decision’

Nick Saccaro, chief executive officer at Quest Food Management Services, said in a statement that the company is “thrilled” to be providing dining services for the 2026-27 school year.

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Law adds big cats, bears and primates to Illinois ban on traveling animal acts

Animal welfare advocates say these highly intelligent and social species suffer when transported continuously between performances.

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Libertyville teacher charged with creating ‘illicit’ images of students

According to authorities, an investigation was begun after students reported that their teacher was videotaping them.

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Mundelein parade marks country’s 250th anniversary: ‘It’s a chance to reflect on our nation’s history’

Nearly 70 units participated in the parade as part of the Mundelein Community Days festival, which took place from Thursday through Sunday.

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Column: Hate does not make America great

A 38-year-old Libertyville resident is alleged to have posted at least one bullseye sign that included handwritten words saying: “Good Shot ICE.”

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Illinois baseball adds former Libertyville star Quinn Schambow. Will he be ‘the best catcher in the Big Ten’?

Quinn Schambow, who helped Libertyville win a state title in 2025, has transferred to Illinois after one season at Oklahoma State.

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Indiana native Chase Briscoe wins NASCAR eero 400 at Chicagoland Speedway: ‘The most American I’ll ever feel’

Chase Briscoe, who grew up in Mitchell, Indiana, turns NASCAR’S return to Joliet for first time since 2019 into a Midwest triumph.

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What’s in the Illinois Tollway’s $26.5 billion construction program?

From a seismic interchange redo to an O’Hare International Airport facility, the Illinois Tollway’s sprawling new $26.5 billion capital program is a lot of concrete to absorb.

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