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Not half bad: Too many walks, but Sox beat Royals to reach .500May 13, 2026 10:30 pm - The White Sox continued to play a confident brand of baseball, beating Kansas City 6-5 on Wednesday to reach .500 for the first time past May since 2022.
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What can association do about owners leaving trash cans out?May 13, 2026 4:24 pm - A couple of owners in our association leave their empty garbage cans at the curb for many days after the weekly pickup. Does the association have any remedies?
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Safety first: Kids can learn biking skills at various events in the suburbsMay 13, 2026 11:34 am - With May as National Bike Month, it’s not surprising how many suburban biking events are already scheduled. What’s surprising is the number of events dedicated to youth safety skills.
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Sidelines: Inspiring Evans Scholar finds joy in ‘the most challenging of circumstances’May 13, 2026 11:03 am - Glenbard West student Gabbi Bertrand was inspired by her sister’s death to become a nurse, which she’ll pursue as an Evans Scholar at the University of Iowa.
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Svoboda claims first major title of IPGA seasonMay 13, 2026 10:00 am - Andy Svoboda claimed last week’s Illinois PGA Match Play title.
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Sarley: Why Shabbona Lake is a gem suburban fishermen shouldn’t missMay 13, 2026 10:00 am - Outdoors columnist Steve Sarley writes about fishing in the suburbs.
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Sometimes, kids don’t belong at restaurantsMay 13, 2026 8:17 am - Taking children to restaurants is an opportunity spend special time with them, communicate with them and, most importantly, teach them how to behave in public.
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The versatility of tofu: Rich dessert or savory main, this protein powerhouse can do it allMay 13, 2026 5:45 am - Tofu has come a long way from being seen as just a substitute ingredient. Affordable, versatile, and packed with plant-based protein, tofu can take on almost any flavor you pair it with. These three recipes highlight just how adaptable it can be with three completely different dishes: a creamy silken tofu chocolate pudding, a comforting tofu masala, and a crispy salt and pepper tofu stir fry.
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For a fresh take on Mom’s potato salad, add herbsMay 13, 2026 5:15 am - Mom's potato salad was a straightforward recipe: cooked red-skin potatoes, diced celery and onion, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper. Easy. Over the years, I've learned a lot about making potato salad, and even though I might be following the ingredient list for my mom's salad, my version is not the same.
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Laughingstock: Bluster and gibberish turn us into a jokeMay 13, 2026 4:00 am - Syndicated columnist Jeff Robbins:
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