Cook County Lifestyle
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Orphaned coyote pups on the mend at Flint Creek after nearly drowning in den
May 22, 2020 7:27 PM - Four coyote pups caught in last week's deluge that nearly drowned them in their own den owe their lives to compassionate wildlife lovers with sharp ears and ties to Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation in Barrington. -
Wildlife center founder offers tips for rescuing animals
May 22, 2020 9:54 AM - Lake County wildlife rehabilitation center founder Dawn Keller offers advice to would-be Good Samaritans who come upon injured animals. -
Mancow seeks to have defamation lawsuit tossed, says exposing MacDonald was 'duty'
May 16, 2020 7:20 PM - WLS radio host Erich "Mancow" Muller wants a defamation and evesdropping lawsuit brought by Harvest Bible Chapel Founder James MacDonald dismissed, arguing MacDonald's allegations are legally insufficient and it was Muller's duty as a Christian and media member to shine a light on MacDonald's true character. -
Helping the Helpers: Clearbrook staffers push to protect residents as day services shut down
May 15, 2020 6:00 AM - The pandemic has made it harder for Clearbrook, an agency that provides care and opportunities to people with intellectual and physical disabilities, to offer services. -
Chicago, Rockford, Joliet dioceses: State OKs plan to start reopening churches as soon as May 23
May 14, 2020 2:28 PM - Citing an agreement with the governor's office, Cardinal Blase Cupich of the Archdiocese of Chicago on Wednesday announced a plan for the gradual reopening of churches for Catholic dioceses in Illinois. The Rockford and Joliet dioceses released virtually identical plans. -
Raupp Museum in Buffalo Grove shares three of its cherished artifacts
May 12, 2020 6:00 AM - We recently asked the staff at the Raupp Museum, which chronicles the history of Buffalo Grove, to consider which artifacts on display in the museum's closed galleries they would most like to share with the public. -
Little City Direct Support Professional volunteered to quarantine with resident
May 11, 2020 6:00 AM - When a Little City resident tested positive for COVID in April, a call went out to find a staff member willing to provide 24/7 care during the quarantine. The Direct Support Professional who answered that call was David Kim. -
Little City hosts virtual birthday party for separated twins
May 19, 2020 10:30 AM - Twin brothers Paul and Payton were able to celebrate their 18th birthday together virtually thanks to the hard work of the Little City team. -
Helping the Helpers: During COVID-19, Children's Advocacy Center struggles to serve young abuse victims
May 1, 2020 5:57 AM - The Children's Advocacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County provides direct services for children who are suspected victims of sexual abuse and severe physical abuse. We checked in with Executive Director Mark Parr to learn more about the organization and how it has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Bobek family returns for another round on 'Family Feud'
Apr 14, 2020 9:26 AM - The five Bobek siblings, whose musical talents and Polish heritage took them all the way to the "Family Feud" show, turn up again this week. Family members will compete on the show's new season.
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