All Stories from February 17, 2026 (Change date)
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Man killed by Metra train near Westmont stop, lines reopenedFeb 17, 2026 8:26 am - Metra police are investigating the death of a man who was struck by an outbound Metra train near the Westmont stop early Tuesday morning.
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Things to do Feb. 20-26: Christopher Titus, Travel & Adventure Show, Peking Acrobats and moreFeb 17, 2026 6:55 am - Make plans to see Christopher Titus at the Chicago Improv in Schaumburg, the Travel and Adventure Show in Rosemont, the Peking Acrobats at the Genesee in Waukegan and more.
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Anderson Cooper says he’s exiting from ‘60 Minutes,’ but staying with CNNFeb 17, 2026 6:38 am - Anderson Cooper, who has reported for CBS’ “60 Minutes” for the past two decades in addition to hosting a weeknight news program on CNN, said Monday that he’s leaving the CBS broadcast to spend more time with his family.
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Boys basketball: Scouting Cook County postseasonFeb 17, 2026 6:35 am - There could be lots of extras when the boys basketball state tournament begins next week. Seeds were released last week and as expected, Fremd, Palatine and Hersey receiv...
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The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after King, has died at 84Feb 17, 2026 6:32 am - The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and two-time presidential candidate who led the Civil Rights Movement for decades after the revered leader's assassination, died Tuesday. He was 84.
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Fox and friends: 14th annual Fox River Summit set for March 12Feb 17, 2026 6:26 am - Illinois and Wisconsin residents gather next month at the Fox River Summit to update one another on what is happening throughout the Fox River watershed.
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Fish cakes and Birmingham greens a perfect pairing with plenty of historyFeb 17, 2026 6:07 am - Here's a recipe for fish cakes and a green salad that was a hit at the Harlem EatUp! festival. The recipe, which comes from Marcus Samuelsson’s cookbook “The Rise,” features turnip and mustard greens, a staple in African American homes for centuries.
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This dan dan noodle salad will make you want to linger at the tableFeb 17, 2026 5:42 am - This vegetarian version of dan dan noodles transforms the fiery Sichuan dish typically made with meat into a vegetable-forward salad. Adapted from “Linger” by cookbook author Hetty Lui McKinnon, the recipe takes no more than 30 minutes to put together thanks to fresh or frozen ramen noodles and a speedy dressing.
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This roasted cauliflower with white bean puree renewed my cooking joyFeb 17, 2026 5:15 am - This vegetarian main features roasted cauliflower florets seasoned with smoked paprika atop a bed of garlicky white bean puree. It’s finished with a punchy herb sauce that ties everything together for a restaurant-quality dish.
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What’s the best cheese for mac and cheese?Feb 17, 2026 5:00 am - Generally speaking, the cheese you mix with your mac is a matter of personal preference. However, the main characteristic you want to consider is how smoothly a cheese melts into a sauce.