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Suburban congressional candidate who posted antisemitic views knocked off 2026 ballot

A would-be congressional candidate from the North suburbs who has an extensive history of antisemitic social media posts was removed from ballot consideration Tuesday.

By Russell Lissau - Daily Herald Media Group●

Saving Christmas for those in need drives Jeeps on the Run’s Toys for Tots effort

This year's Jeeps on the Run, one of the largest area contributors toward Toys for Tots, takes place Sunday, Dec. 7 and will be the 13th annual event.

By Shaw Local News Network●

Republican congressional candidate confronts Democratic rival with prison-themed gift bag at event

Island Lake Republican Rocio Cleveland went on to remove and describe the items in the bag one by one. They included a toothbrush Cleveland said Abughazaleh would need “once you are in prison … to protect yourself.”

By Russell Lissau - Daily Herald Media Group●

Why do so many Democratic U.S. House members in the suburbs have primary challengers?

Reflecting what some experts see as a national trend, four of the six congressional representatives running for reelection in the North, West or Northwest suburbs next year are facing primary challenges.

By Russell Lissau - Daily Herald Media Group●

Movie filmed at iconic Woodstock inn makes its debut - no groundhogs involved

"Exes of Christmas Past" was filmed mostly in Woodstock, with some scenes shot in Lake County. The film is making its streaming debut.

By Claire O'Brien●