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In a semester defined by tragedy and triumph, Saturday's commencement ceremonies at Northern Illinois University were an opportunity for celebration.

5/17/2008 3:36 PM

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Sen. Kennedy hospitalized after suffering seizure

Sen. Edward M. Kennedy was airlifted to a hospital Saturday after suffering a seizure at his home, and did not appear to have had a stroke as initially suspected, his spokeswoman said.

5/17/2008 1:20 PM

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A former maintenance man at Wheaton College's Billy Graham Center was sentenced Friday to three years in prison for stealing three vintage guitars. Timothy G. Cavalieri, 41, of Elburn must serve half the prison term for the felony theft before being …

5/16/2008 6:53 PM

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