All Stories from July 14, 2025 (Change date)
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The search for missing of catastrophic flooding in Texas will resume after pausing due to rainJul 14, 2025 10:48 am - Rescue crews in Texas kept a wary eye on river levels Monday, hoping to resume the search for people still missing from catastrophic flooding that pummeled the central part of the state earlier this month and killed at least 132 people.
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Elgin BMX racetrack to host state championship, boost local tourism, official saysJul 14, 2025 10:46 am - The Hill BMX racetrack in Elgin has been named the host track for the 2025 BMX State Championship, expected to draw thousands of visitors and provide an economic boost to the area.
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The President’s Cabinet: A rocky start to a United States of AmericaJul 14, 2025 10:36 am - Author and retired educator Bruce Simmons’s column details the history of the President’s cabinet and the duties of each position.
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Thuney brings leadership to Bears offensive line that disappointed last seasonJul 14, 2025 10:27 am - The Bears needed an offensive line revamp after last season. The unit allowed quarterback Caleb Williams to be sacked a team-record 68 times last year and never truly found consistency because of injuries. Bears general manager Ryan Poles made addressing the unit a priority this offseason.
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Wildfire along Grand Canyon’s North Rim destroys historic lodge and is spreading rapidlyJul 14, 2025 10:19 am - A wildfire that leveled a historic lodge and a visitors center on the Grand Canyon’s North Rim grew rapidly more than a week after it began as firefighters pushed ahead Monday with efforts to slow its spread.
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Rare American Chestnut trees in Freeport nominated as Illinois state championsJul 14, 2025 10:18 am - Once dominant in Eastern North American forests, the American chestnut was nearly wiped out by a blight introduced in 1902, making these survivor trees important for conservation efforts.
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St. Charles Arts Council hosting weeklong Plein Air Event with $5,250 in prizesJul 14, 2025 10:03 am - The St. Charles Arts Council is hosting its 2nd annual Plein Air event from August 18-24, featuring nearly 60 artists competing for over $5,000 in prizes across various categories.
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White Sox first-rounder Billy Carlson is used to playing in the spotlightJul 14, 2025 10:00 am - Over the last two years, few high school baseball programs have garnered more attention than the Corona (Calif.) Panthers. California state champions in 2024, the Panther...
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Carolyn Hax: Mom crowds pregnant daughter with her entitlementJul 14, 2025 9:12 am - Woman pregnant with twins gets frustrated with pushy behavior from her own mother, who keeps joking about ignoring requests for privacy during and after the birth. Carolyn Hax says that set boundaries may have Mom feeling left out.
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European trade ministers pledge unity after Trump’s surprise 30% tariffsJul 14, 2025 9:11 am - European trade ministers were hopeful Monday for a negotiated trade deal after President Donald Trump announced 30% tariffs on the European Unio n, but also expressed resolve in preparing countermeasures if talks break down.