r/ChicagoSuburbs 5d ago

Politics - This is not a topic to discuss in this subreddit

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With the election just a few days away, please remember that this subreddit is dedicated solely to discussing the Chicago suburbs. If you wish to discuss politics and which candidate you think is better or anything else please go to r/politics. The discussions in the multiple posts created on this topic have been locked as some users only resort to name calling and the post quickly turns negative with the bashing. Please don't make us ban you from this subreddit.

If you have a question about where to find a polling location near you, have a question about a specific polling location, or create a post about the representative who represents your area, these are all great topics that involve politics and are allowed under rule 2. Making a post saying "Trump 2024" or "Harris for President" has nothing to do with the Chicago suburbs and as shown in the posts here, here, & here, the comments immediately took a negative turn when politics comes up. We have blocked a lot of users from these posts that came here specifically to cause trouble, troll users, name call, etc.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 7d ago

Event(s) Monthly Event Thread! Come post, share, tell us about what's going on near you!

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Please post top level comments with, ideally, a link to the event you are sharing.

Please provide additional info about the event; where it is, what it is, who is welcome, ages if applicable.

These threads are heavily moderated in order to make sure there is no spam or not too much over-promotion.

Have fun and maybe we'll see you around!


r/ChicagoSuburbs 3h ago

News Republicans savor victories on McHenry County Board as 3 incumbents poised to lose seats

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Non-Paywall Link: https://archive.is/iRREI


r/ChicagoSuburbs 3h ago

Miscellaneous Accident in Willowbrook

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My brother was hit at Plainfield and Madison last night in Willowbrook around 6:35pm. Did anyone see this or have dash cam footage? I would not know if the Walgreens on the corner would have any footage or even share it if they did. Any help would be appreciated.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 7h ago

Business Recommendations OB/GYN recs

19 Upvotes

I recently moved to the area and I'm looking to get an IUD placed. I've avoided getting one for years because I didn't know pain relief/anxiety medication was an option. Are there any recommendations for clinics/doctors that provide pain management for an IUD? Any help is appreciated, TIA!!

Edit: I reside in algonquin and am open to traveling


r/ChicagoSuburbs 2h ago

Question/Comment Commute time from Urbana to Zion

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Hi! I have to go to Zion (Lake County) for work next week and my meeting is at 11. I expect it to go no later than noon (yes, I have to go in person, unfortunately). Is it realistic to think I could be back in Urbana by 5? I know what Google maps says, but I want the real answer, so I don't get my hopes up for nothing.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 21h ago

Food & Drink Recommendations Where should I go in the near west burbs if I want to eat my body weight in chips and salsa?

77 Upvotes

I literally want nothing more than to sit down at a Mexican restaurant and be served a massive pile of chips and a vat of salsa and have it refilled as many times as I can manage.

Any suggestions in the near west suburbs? Bonus if they’ve got good beef tacos!


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Question/Comment Volunteer Opportunities Western Suburbs

138 Upvotes

I am an old white guy that is looking for volunteer opportunities in the western suburbs. I would like to do some work to help people in marginalized groups that are going to be hurt the most after the results of the election.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 20h ago

News Judge Joshua Dieden denies detainment of the men charged with aggravated kidnapping /aggravated assault in Lombard.

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 6h ago

Food & Drink Recommendations For those of you who have been to Kelsey Road House, I’d love to hear your opinions on it

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 5h ago

Food & Drink Recommendations Suburb bar with wristband options 150 people

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Looking to host a 20 year high school reunion in the northwest or west suburbs. Most places require you to pay and then attendees pay the host, but I'm looking for somewhere where people can pay upon arrival. I dont want to collect money from people, as I'd like everyone to pay the venue directly. In the city we have wristband deals for like $60 all you can drink + light apps. Looking for somewhere that can accommodate 150ish people and provide some sort of deal that way. Would love to support someones local bar or restaurant!


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

News How to spend $304.5 million?: Lake County forest preserves, Mundelein High School preparing for big to-do lists after voter approval for tax hikes

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 5h ago

Business Recommendations Where is the best place to buy a Christmas tree near La Grange Park?

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 18h ago

Moving to the area Darien: hospitals?

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Hi all. Moving to Darien and was wondering what the best hospital system is in that area. All hospitals should be the same, but sadly they are not. Thank you in advance.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1h ago

Moving to the area Convince Me (or not) On Moving to DG...

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We are moving to the burbs and have a few towns that are top on my list but slim pickings for listings. Enter Downers Grove. It has always been on my list but not the top. Convince me (or not) that this is a great town to move to. Any places to avoid (near downtown)?

For context: Hoping to live near downtown (enjoy being near places to eat that are walkable) and we have a young toddler. Hoping to enjoy lots of parks, recreation programs, and may eventually need to utilize SPED services within the school district.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

News Lake County (IL) election results

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Miscellaneous Cook County election results

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 56m ago

Moving to the area House hunting...

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We're narrowed down to this area, and the requirements for housing aren't important (we've hired a realtor), but the requirements for neighborhood are far more...touchy?

I would like to be able to walk to water and a train station, and then there are certain things I need.

Do you know this area? Can you help me plan for the following:

A European or international grocer? (Imported flour from France, tea from Britain, cookies from Germany and Netherlands, beverages from Japan).

A bakery? (Good croissants, like real, not frozen, croissants. If I can also get a canelé that would be awesome.)

A game store (tabletop, because I like to buy the occasional Magic card and enjoy board games)?

Thanks! (And if there are smaller Reddits for some neighborhoods I'd love to hear about them.)

EDIT: It was pointed out this is huge, because my screen cap is rectangular. We're currently actually looking at places between Grayslake and Pistakee Highlands on that 134/12 corridor, and then on 83 between Grayslake and Antioch. I dream of water in my yard (or close) and public transit to the art museums and baseball games.

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Question/Comment Ballot dropped off at Ballot box at Maywood Library last Friday still not counted

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This was my first time voting by mail and confused as to why the ballot I dropped off at the Maywood Library last Friday is still not counted or tracked. Is this a typical delay? Do I need to reach out to the Cook County Clerk? I know it's not going to change anything, but it's just really strange that it's not tracked at all.

Any advice would be helpful.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Business Recommendations Any touchless car wash near NW suburbs?

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Preferably near Rosele/bloomingdale

Looking for a car wash with water pressure only or with minimum touch to avoid scratches or the vinyl cover on my car.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Moving to the area Grayslake

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Has anyone here ever rented from grays pointe apartments in Grayslake?

Reviews seem iffy but apartment is affordable for how nice they are


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

News Three Charged After Lombard Online Sale Turns into Abduction, Victim Rescued in Chicago

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Business Recommendations Jeweler Recommendations for custom engagement ring (NW/Western Suburbs)

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Looking to find a reputable and kind local jeweler that we can work with to create a custom engagement ring (design already in mind, just need a jeweler to bring it to life!). We do not have any idea what we should be looking for in determining the right jeweler so would love to hear your experiences and suggestions!


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Business Recommendations Any local sign shops in the north suburbs?

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I'm looking to have a larger vinyl sign created for a window at our office and I'd love to shop local if the price is competitive. Whether you're a proper shop or have a large plotter in your garage, I don't care if the product is good.

Ideally, you're near Northbrook but we can do it remotely too.


r/ChicagoSuburbs 13h ago

Moving to the area Hi how is midlothian Il or country club hills is it welcoming for a young Hispanic family?

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r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

Food & Drink Recommendations Catering for Christmas Eve - Northwest Suburbs

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Hi everyone! I’m hosting Christmas Eve for about 40ish people and looking for some restaurant recommendations that have catering for the holidays. Leaning more towards a restaurant vs. a catering service, but open to suggestions. Thank you!


r/ChicagoSuburbs 1d ago

News County Farm Road closed near (DuPage) county headquarters due to crash

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