Charles “Chuck” E. Graefen, aged 86, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away on September 15, 2025. Survived by his wife Bette, sons Charles D., Scott, and Jeff Graefen, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Chuck was the owner of C. Graefen & Sons Excavating for over five decades. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at Vandenberg Funeral Home, with a chapel service the following day. Interment to follow in Tinley Park Memorial Cemetery.
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Chicago Fire FC has moved its Nov. 7 home game against Columbus Crew to SeatGeek Stadium due to scheduling conflicts at Soldier Field with NFL games. Ticket sales are paused until June 12 as seating arrangements are updated.
The Chicago Public Library Board of Directors will meet in person on May 19 at Humboldt Park Branch. The agenda includes key reports and new initiatives such as expanding student access and launching civic storytelling programs. Public comment opportunities are available both in writing before the meeting or in person.
Grain prices dropped sharply due largely to China’s absence from new U.S. agricultural purchases following recent talks. Cattle futures rose amid record cash trades while industry experts discussed ongoing export challenges and policy changes affecting agriculture.
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