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Local Connections, Awareness

Elmhurst Animal Care Center Signs on to Help Human Clients Fight Cancer [VIDEO]

Veterinarians don't just hear about their four-legged friends' symptoms. Pet owners share their own health concerns with veterinarians, putting these diversified doctors in a unique position to help, representatives say.

Government, Awareness, Going Green

Illinois Committee Approves Medical Marijuana Measure

The Illinois House of Human Services Committee approved a measure to legalize the use of medical marijuana on Wednesday. The bill's sponsor, Lou Lang (D-Skokie) told Patch the measure would be the strictest in the nation

Police & Fire, Schools, Awareness

Tuesday's Snow Storm Contributed to Fender Benders All Over Town

Motorists hit poles, a fence and each other during slippery-street sojourns.

Arts, The Neighborhood Files, Awareness

'America's Got Talent' to Hold Chicago Tryouts

NBC's top-rated summer show will be holding auditions in Chicago at McCormick Place on Jan. 26 and Jan. 27.

Schools, Sports, Awareness

IC Catholic Prep will Induct Athletic Hall of Fame Members at Saturday Basketball Game

  • Jan 16, 2013

Funds raised will go to the American Cancer Society in honor of ICCP parent Kevin Radoha.

Police & Fire, Back to School, Breast Cancer Awareness

Homeless Woman Found Sleeping in a Yard and Food Pantry Recipient Gets No-trespass Order

Elmhurst police also report windows smashed, paint scratched on three vehicles just blocks from downtown.

The Neighborhood Files, Awareness, Count Us In

Patch Roundup: Stolen Car Crash Kills Two; Pet Bird in Miracle Rescue

Also this week: charges in attempted child abductions, an $800,000 lottery ticket sold in a local store and a debate over 7-foot tall Sudanese high-school basketball players.

Government, Graduation, Local Connections, Awareness

Pension-reform Drum Beats Louder in Elmhurst District 205 Officials' Ear

Shifting pension funding from the state to local school districts is gaining traction—and support of some Republicans—but Elmhurst school officials say the plan would cripple public education.

Business, Breast Cancer Awareness

'Mob Daughter' Puts Father's Notoriety Behind Her; New Life Includes Fund-raising at Flight 112

Come meet Nora Schweihs of "Mob Wives" this Saturday.

Elections, Local Connections, Awareness

Duckworth Wins 8th Congressional District, Defeats Walsh

Results came in quickly Tuesday night, and by 10:15 p.m. Duckworth was the clear winner.

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