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Johnny's Blitz Bar & Grill in Westmont, a tribute to Muddy Waters' blues legacy.
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Keeping the Blues Alive in the Hometown of a Legend

In the heart of Westmont, where the echoes of blues legends once filled the air, Johnny’s Blitz Bar & Grill stands as a vibrant tribute to the enduring musical legacy of Muddy Waters. Owner John Dasoqi, a lifelong blues enthusiast, has transformed his passion into a lively gathering place that...

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Cuban coffee trailer serving customers in Cortland, Illinois
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Cuban coffee trailer has Cortland abuzz

In the heart of Cortland, a vibrant new Cuban coffee trailer is not just serving drinks but brewing connections. The Havana Roast, launched by Terry Matlock, invites locals to savor rich flavors while soaking in a welcoming atmosphere, quickly becoming a beloved fixture in the community. A New...

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Young students intently playing chess at a library tournament, focused on their boards.
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Chess tourney for students in K-12 is Nov. 7 in Ashton

On a crisp November morning, the air buzzes with excitement as young minds gather at the Mills Petrie Memorial Library, ready to unleash their strategic prowess in the annual chess tournament. With clocks ticking and the scent of fresh pizza wafting from the Huddle Cafe, this event promises not...

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DeKalb moves forward with aiding development of event space at site of former church — Shaw Local News Network
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DeKalb moves forward with aiding development of event space at site of former church

After an initial proposal went up in smoke, DeKalb city leaders are moving on from considering a proposal for a private club and cigar lounge at the site of a former church and are all in on aiding the development of an event space. The petitioners, Marty and Elisa Boughner, have entered into a...

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Mattel waterpark kickoff event set; second construction pact awarded — Shaw Local News Network

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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

Chicago City Council chambers with Mayor Brandon Johnson at the podium during a budget debate
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Mattel waterpark kickoff event set; second construction pact awarded

It may be at least two years into the future, but dreams of splashdowns on fun-filled days at the planned $100-million-plus Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark in Bradley are closer to becoming reality.Two construction contracts are now signed, a third is likely in two weeks and the village finally...

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Illinois man accused of mailing letters with suspicious substance to Chicago-area congressional offices — FOX 32 Chicago (WFLD)
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Illinois man accused of mailing letters with suspicious substance to Chicago-area congressional offices

A Quincy man has been arrested on federal charges accusing him of mailing letters containing a suspicious white substance to members of Congress, including letters recovered from congressional offices in Chicago, officials said.Matthew Unglesbee, 36, appeared in federal court Monday after being...

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Chicago alderpersons challenge Johnson's plan for $75 million pension allocation

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Truck stolen by escaped Tennessee inmate is found abandoned in Illinois, authorities say

Chicago budget hearings begin with questions over corporate head tax, police misconduct costs — FOX 32 Chicago (WFLD)
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Chicago budget hearings begin with questions over corporate head tax, police misconduct costs