Today’s high is a brisk 46°F with a low of 24°F. Expect mostly cloudy skies and only a 10% chance of precipitation. Perfect weather for a warm cup of coffee or a stroll through a local museum. Bundle up and enjoy!

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The Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans is expanding its efforts to provide housing for veterans in need. The organization is planning new housing developments aimed at ensuring that no veteran is left behind. This initiative reflects a growing commitment to support those who have served our country, addressing the pressing issue of veteran homelessness.
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Illinois Wesleyan officially claimed the 2026 CCIW Men’s Basketball Tournament title on Saturday night, defeating Elmhurst 69–59 in a game that was truly a tale of two halves. The Bluejays appeared to have the championship in hand early, storming out to a commanding 37–19 halftime lead thanks to a red-hot shooting performance.

However, the top-seeded Titans mounted a massive 18-point second-half comeback, holding Elmhurst to just 19 points after the break to force overtime. In the extra period, Illinois Wesleyan’s defense took over completely, outscoring the Bluejays 13–3 to secure their second consecutive conference crown. While the loss is a tough pill to swallow for Elmhurst, the intensity displayed at the Shirk Center proved that March Madness has officially arrived in DuPage

Hinsdale District 86 has decided to replace the architectural firm responsible for designing $140 million in projects, citing issues that arose during construction, particularly with pool facilities. This change comes after the firm received nearly $10 million for its services over six years. The district aims to ensure better oversight and quality in future projects. 

On March 2, 1962, basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain scored an astonishing 100 points in a single game while playing for the Philadelphia Warriors against the New York Knicks.

This record-setting performance remains one of the most iconic moments in sports history, showcasing Chamberlain's incredible talent and dominance on the court. The game took place in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and despite the lack of modern broadcasting, the achievement has been immortalized in sports lore. 

Chamberlain's 100-point game not only solidified his status as one of basketball's greatest players but also sparked discussions about the potential for individual scoring in team sports. His record has stood the test of time, and to this day, no player has come close to matching this feat, making it a benchmark for excellence in the sport.

A fascinating fact about West Chicago’s history is that the city’s name was originally a high-stakes marketing ploy.

For nearly 50 years, the town was known as Turner Junction, named after John B. Turner, the president of the Galena and Chicago Union Railroad. It was the first community in Illinois established specifically because of the railroads, serving as a vital crossroads where three major lines met.

In 1896, local leaders decided to rename the village West Chicago. At the time, the town was nearly 30 miles away from the city limits, but the name was chosen specifically to trick manufacturers into thinking the town was part of the Chicago industrial hub. The goal was to attract factories and businesses by implying they would have "city" access and prestige while maintaining suburban land prices.

To this day, the city remains the only "West Chicago" in the state, often confusing travelers who expect it to be a neighborhood on the city's West Side rather than a distinct suburb in DuPage County.

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