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Get to Know Jaden Fauske, the White Sox's 2nd Round Pick From Nazareth Academy

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Get to Know Jaden Fauske, the White Sox's 2nd Round Pick From Nazareth Academy

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CHICAGO (WGN) — Every athlete growing up dreams of playing for their hometown team, and every once in a while, those dreams become reality. Jaden Fauske is now so close, he can almost taste it. The 6-foot-3, 200-pound outfield prospect heard his name called in the second round of Sunday's MLB draft by the team he grew up rooting for—the Chicago White Sox. Fauske said his fandom for the South Siders goes back "as young as I can remember." "[My] d…See the Story

Butler National Overhauls Corporate Governance: Sets 75-Year Age Limit, Removes Poison Pill

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Butler National Overhauls Corporate Governance: Sets 75-Year Age Limit, Removes Poison Pill

Aerospace and gaming leader implements comprehensive board reforms including mandatory retirement at 75, annual elections, and independent leadership. See full changes.See the Story

Brookfield and Riverside diverge on 1% grocery tax - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark

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Brookfield and Riverside diverge on 1% grocery tax - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark

Riverside and Brookfield’s village boards are taking opposing stances on a local 1% tax on groceries for 2026 after Illinois decided last year to cut that tax at the state level. In Brookfield, the board approved the tax on July 14, but in Riverside, trustees July 17 directed staff not to draft an ordinance, opting to reconsider the tax next year for possible implementation in 2027. While the state has left it to local municipalities to impose t…Read Article

Brookfield refines new economic incentives - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark

By the end of the month, Brookfield could have a formal policy outlining potential financial perks to encourage new businesses and developers to come to the village. The village board discussed the draft policy for a second time Monday night at the committee of the whole meeting, and trustees are expected to vote on it at their next regular meeting on July 28. The policy contained changes based on previous feedback from trustees, including new d…Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield Read Article

Taxes are democracy’s price of admission - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark

This past Independence Day my family and I celebrated our country’s birthday by attending multiple events in neighboring villages. During those events, attendees were asked to clap in appreciation of veterans, first responders, teachers, and other professionals who “take care of us.” In each instance I reflected upon the disconnect between taxes, government services, and the American mindset, particularly at the local level. I often hear people …Taxes · Brookfield Read Article

Brookfield Zoo's newest joey makes first appearance: PHOTOS

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A tiny kangaroo joey is peeking out of mom’s pouch for the first time at Brookfield Zoo. See the adorable debut🦘Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield Read Article

Retired Riverside Teacher Leaves Final Gift to Middle School

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This summer, the gymnasium at Riverside Middle School is undergoing a transformation, one brushstroke at a time. At the heart of the project is retired educator Lauren Espinoza, who, after 13 years at Riverside and a 32-year career in education, is leaving behind more than memories — she’s leaving a masterpiece. Espinoza is painting a mural featuring a Viking ship cutting through waves, framed by a fiery sunset and soon to be crashing through a …Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield See the Story

Brookfield Zoo Is Dropping Visitors Straight Into the Tropics

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The immersive tropical habitat gets visitors up close and personal with primates.Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield See the Story

Tiny, fast and adorable: New squirrel monkey born at Brookfield Zoo

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Brookfield Zoo has welcomed a baby squirrel monkey to the zoo, as part of a species survival plan.Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield Read Article

Brookfield considers perks to bring in new businesses - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark

Brookfield could adopt a policy establishing new economic draws to encourage developers or business owners to set up shop in town. If approved by the village board later this month, the policy would establish new incentive programs like sales or property tax rebates for developers while making changes to existing programs, like splitting the property improvement program (PIP) into two separate grants for business owners. Trustees discussed the p…Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield Read Article

Strong, Vlcek, Drenth honored as RBHS student-athletes - Riverside-Brookfield Landmark

While recent Riverside Brookfield High School graduate Max Strong worked to excel as a student; he also had the responsibilities of a four-year, three-sport athlete. “It was just time management. I was busy a lot,” Strong said. “It’s kind of just figure out what was more important and prioritizing. Then sleep became optional at the end of the day.” Strong was pleasantly surprised to be rewarded in both regards. Hailey Vlcek and Strong were named…Brookfield, Illinois · Brookfield Read Article

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