All Stories from February 19, 2025 (Change date)
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‘Anora’ breakout Yura Borisov is not sure what ‘Russian Ryan Gosling’ means. But he’ll take itFeb 19, 2025 9:11 pm - Yura Borisov does not have a flashy entrance in “Anora.” But it’s a performance that has caught many off guard: An introduction to a fresh face with an undeniable star quality that has earned him nominations from the Oscars, the Screen Actors Guild and the BAFTAs.
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DC US attorney probing Democrats over alleged threats, documents showFeb 19, 2025 9:00 pm - The top federal prosecutor in D.C. escalated his scrutiny of what he characterized as potential threats directed at billionaire Elon Musk and government workers, demandin...
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Hegseth directs Pentagon to find $50 billion in cuts this year to fund Trump military prioritiesFeb 19, 2025 8:52 pm - WASHINGTON — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the military services to identify $50 billion in programs that could be cut next year in order to redirect those ...
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After ceding power of the purse, GOP lawmakers beg Trump team for fundsFeb 19, 2025 8:50 pm - Republican senators find themselves in an unusual position these days: begging Trump officials to release funds they themselves appropriated. Senators have in recent days...
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‘A good man’: Services set for former Libertyville police Chief Dan McCormickFeb 19, 2025 7:52 pm - As a police officer, Dan McCormick sometimes dealt with the worst elements in town. But you would never know it, say those who knew him. McCormick died Saturday. He was 90.
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Raducanu says ‘I’ll be OK’ after man removed from stands at Dubai tournamentFeb 19, 2025 7:27 pm - Emma Raducanu says she will be OK after what she called a "difficult experience" related to the presence of a man who had exhibited "fixated behavior" toward her at the Dubai Championships.
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‘Dopamine decor’ is the anti-trend trend that can boost your moodFeb 19, 2025 7:25 pm - Seeking more happiness at home? Designers recommend adding pops of color, curved furniture, personal memorabilia and playful accents like humorous art to spark joy.
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A durable dahlia. A vigorous vinca. Here are 20 new garden plants to watch for this yearFeb 19, 2025 7:19 pm - Purple cauliflower that turns fuchsia?! Color-shifting squash and other jaw-dropping new plants win top awards for 2025.
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Elgin Fire Department collects over 2,000 winter items for Crisis CenterFeb 19, 2025 7:06 pm - The Elgin Fire Department’s 10th annual coat drive supports the Community Crisis Center, assisting hundreds of households with winter clothing items.
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Pritzker calls $55.2B budget ‘responsible and balanced’ – but warns Trump policies could upend itFeb 19, 2025 7:05 pm - SPRINGFIELD — An improved revenue forecast is helping ease pressure on state finances as Gov. JB Pritzker calls for tightened spending to balance the budget without tax ...