All Stories from May 22, 2008 (Change date)
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Wave relay team looking for big thingsMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Members of the St. Edward boys' 400 relay team were not even born the last time a new school record in that event was established back in the mid 1980s. But as the old s...
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Put more emphasis on art classesMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Public schools don't emphasize enough art in their classrooms, but they should. There needs to be better and more focus on visual and performing arts in schools. They n...
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Pension idea advancesMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Senate Democrats advanced a plan Thursday night to borrow $16 billion for pension debt and free up scarce money for other budget needs, but it still faces tough hurdles....
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New tougher laws designed to make roads saferMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Under the new law, a person is automatically assumed to be driving recklessly if traveling more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit or driving drunk through a schoo...
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Aurora cops receive state honor for Fox River rescue last summerMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - SPRINGFIELD -- Two Aurora police officers were given the state's medal of honor for a rescue last year in the Fox River. Officers Glenda K. Van Horn and William J. Sull...
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Ford cuts American truck productionMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Ford Motor Co. is cutting North American production of pickups and SUVs as car buyers eyeing record gas prices turn toward more fuel-efficient models. The automaker says...
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Scout installs new benches at Manary Park in RoselleMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Grab a fishing pole and take a walk in Manary Park and you will discover new benches strategically located around the pond and next to the walking path. This project at...
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Increase funding for open spaceMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - After the long winter, we are all eager to get outside during these warm days. Joggers and walkers hit the paths along the lakefront. Fishermen ready their tackle boxes....
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Sex in this city: Chicago's own Jennifer Hudson cast in flickMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Jennifer Hudson never aspired to become an actress, which is rather remarkable, considering the 26-year-old is an Oscar winner. Growing up in Chicago, Hudson sang gospel...
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You can manage areas where birds are allowed in your yardMay 22, 2008 11:00 pm - Are the birds getting in your hair? Or leaving their "blessings" on your patio? Do they show up without an invitation to your outdoor parties? Here are some tips to help...