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Metra going for battery-powered locomotives

— August 19, 2022

The Metra Board of Directors on Aug. 17 approved a first-of-its-kind plan to convert up to six of Metra’s oldest diesel locomotives to zero-emission battery power. “This procurement…

$22.8 million in grants going to Illinois public museum projects
— December 1, 2020

Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s office announced Illinois museums that attract more than 16 million visitors annually will receive $22.8 million in state capital investments to improve…
Still time to register for 4-H science and STEM Fair
— March 16, 2019

The 4-H has teamed up with Parkview Christian Academy again to host the 2019 community-wide Science Fair in April. “This is a wonderful way for youth to explore the world around them,…
Illinois is the heart of the country’s interstate system
— March 28, 2018

Its neighbor to the east may claim “The Crossroads of America” title, but by nearly any measure, Illinois is the heart of the U.S. Interstate system. Illinois has the third highest…
Suburban coffee business helps domestic violence victims
— December 21, 2017

With hints of brown sugar, dark chocolate and walnut, a special blend of coffee roasted locally is out to make an impact—and not just for coffee aficionados. Jenni Trilik-Contaldo…

Scouting programs in Illinois vow to continue despite bankruptcy
— February 24, 2020

Local Boy Scout councils say that activities and events will go on as scheduled as the national youth organization goes through bankruptcy proceedings. “Nothing has changed. We…
Southwest Illinois region has wide gap on overall health
— April 4, 2018

Residents of Monroe County can take some pride in their health and good living. The county is the fourth healthiest in Illinois, according to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s…
Problems with voting machines delayed DuPage County results
— March 21, 2018

The slow release of DuPage County voting results from Tuesday’s primary prompted jokes and comparisons to how Chicago and Cook County once delayed election totals to supposedly…