All Stories from December 23, 2025 (Change date)
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Former Nebraska US Sen. Ben Sasse reveals advanced pancreatic cancer diagnosisDec 23, 2025 4:13 pm - Former Nebraska U.S. Sen. Ben Sasse, a conservative who rebuked political tribalism and stood out as a longtime critic of President Donald Trump, announced Tuesday he was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer.
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Why three congressional candidates could be booted from the ballotDec 23, 2025 3:56 pm - Three congressional candidates will find out next month if they’ll appear on March 2026 primary ballots.
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Birds-eye view: Best drone photos of 2025 by Daily Herald staff photographersDec 23, 2025 2:44 pm - Daily Herald photographers share their favorite drone photos from 2025. A few of our best include Palatine fireworks, flag displays, northern lights and a fall harvest.
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DOJ sues Illinois' governor over laws protecting immigrants at courthouses and hospitalsDec 23, 2025 2:41 pm - The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit Monday against Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker over new state laws aimed at protecting immigrants at courthouses, hospitals and day cares.
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Supreme Court keeps Trump’s National Guard deployment blocked in the Chicago area, for nowDec 23, 2025 2:25 pm - The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to allow the Trump administration to deploy National Guard troops in the Chicago area to support its immigration crackdown.
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Christmas Day sports: Here’s a look at the premier matchups on the holidayDec 23, 2025 2:21 pm - The evolution of the Christmas Day sports calendar in the U.S. has given fans a respite if they need a break from family gatherings or just some entertainment while they ...
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Sources: Cubs reach one-year deal with Jacob Webb, reinforcing their bullpenDec 23, 2025 1:27 pm - Continuing their bullpen makeover, the Chicago Cubs are in agreement with right-handed reliever Jacob Webb on a one-year contract that includes a club option for 2027, league sources briefed on the deal said Tuesday.
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Dog tests positive for rabies in Cook CountyDec 23, 2025 1:10 pm - Cook County is reporting a dog has tested positive for rabies, the first in more than 60 years.
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‘Our team is fluent in lewd lingo’: Giannoulias unveils rejected Illinois license platesDec 23, 2025 1:09 pm - No Illinois drivers will be “BRICKED” on the roads next year. Nor will they bear state registration plates with “TYPESHT,” “IBPOOPN” or “ICUP,” despite praise from Secret...
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DuPagePads opens new warming center in WheatonDec 23, 2025 12:18 pm - Due to increasing demand for emergency winter shelter for people experiencing homelessness, DuPagePads is offering a new overnight warming site in Wheaton.