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Arlington Heights
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Arlington Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roofing experts report a 200% rise in service calls after recent severe storms and urge local residents to schedule biannual inspections to catch hidden hail damage plus review insurance policies to avoid premature roof failure. CBS News Chicago
- ➤ Yesterday, Indiana officials launched passenger service on the eight-mile Monon Corridor extension of the South Shore Line connecting Hammond and Dyer — a project expected to boost rail access, encourage investment, and support plans for a Chicago Bears stadium in Arlington Heights amid state talks on tax breaks and funding. CBS News Chicago
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Metra will test handheld QR code scanners for fare checks starting Monday, April 6. The pilot will take place on selected non-rush trains from downtown Chicago terminals — including one serving Arlington Heights — and will track Ventra app versus paper ticket usage. Journal & Topics Media Group
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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