All Stories from January 29, 2026 (Change date)
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Trump’s border czar suggests a possible drawdown in Minnesota, but only after ‘cooperation’Jan 29, 2026 2:33 pm - The Trump administration could reduce the number of immigration enforcement officers in Minnesota, but only if state and local officials cooperate, the president's border czar said Thursday, noting he has “zero tolerance” for protesters who assault federal officers or impede the ongoing Twin Cities operation.
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Family in Kentucky shelters struggling calf born amid extreme cold temperaturesJan 29, 2026 2:31 pm - A Kentucky family battling extreme cold temperatures on their farm over the weekend opened their home to a newborn calf that was struggling in the deep freeze.Hours later, the calf, fed and fluffed, took a spot on the couch with the Sorrell family's two children
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Embrace nature’s snowy season with Illinois Extension ‘Four Seasons’ winter webinarsJan 29, 2026 2:02 pm - The "Four Seasons Gardening" webinar series offers nature-inspired activities and gardening tips for the winter season.
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‘Wily and Wild Animal Invaders’ webinar explores environmental impact of invasive wildlifeJan 29, 2026 1:31 pm - The University of Illinois Extension is hosting a free webinar, "Wild and Wily Animal Invaders," on March 19 to explore the history of non-native wildlife species in Illinois and efforts to protect local ecosystems and economy.
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Studio drama: Broadway hit ‘Stereophonic’ is a groovy good timeJan 29, 2026 12:55 pm - It's rare for non-musical Broadway plays — even major Tony Award-winning ones — to go out on a national tour. So the arrival of the 2024 hit Broadway drama “Stereophonic” at the CIBC Theatre in Chicago is certainly something to celebrate.
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Vuori store to replace Eddie Bauer in downtown Naperville; Steakhouse taking over Catch 35Jan 29, 2026 12:53 pm - A “very strong brand” — Vuori — is slated to replace Eddie Bauer in downtown Naperville, property owner Steve Rubin said.
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Man accused of killing Downers Grove woman hospitalizedJan 29, 2026 12:24 pm - The man accused of killing a pregnant Downers Grove man has been hospitalized, with what DuPage jail authorities said appear to be self-inflicted injuries.
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Justice Department charges man who squirted vinegar on Rep. Ilhan OmarJan 29, 2026 12:21 pm - The Justice Department has charged a man who squirted apple cider vinegar on Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar at an event in Minneapolis.
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As temperatures continue to drop, keep your heart in mind this winterJan 29, 2026 12:21 pm - Cold weather can put strain on your heart and increase risk of silent heart attacks. Ascension Illinois cardiologist Dr. Andrei Pop says there are a few signs that could distinguish a silent heart attack from a regular one.
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Trump says he asked Putin not to target Kyiv for 1 week during brutal cold spellJan 29, 2026 12:17 pm - U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday that he had asked Russian President Vladimir Putin not to target the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv for one week as the region experiences frigid temperatures and that Putin had agreed, but there was no confirmation of that from Russia.