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Arlington Heights
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Arlington Heights. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arlington Heights trustees reviewed plans for a pedestrian-friendly, curbless street on Vail Avenue that would also update Harmony Park—changes include a new median, seating, and safer crosswalks. Some trustees expressed concerns about the $4.4M cost and funding gaps, which may delay phase two engineering and future construction in 2027. Daily Herald
- ➤ The Arlington Heights Village Board approved a 5% tax on streaming services on August 19—officials said the new funds will pay for a new ambulance and paramedic staffing after losing revenue when people switched from cable. CBS News Chicago
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