All Stories from February 18, 2026 (Change date)
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Balance needed in reformFeb 18, 2026 10:17 am - Most Americans support voter ID in principle. Polling consistently shows broad approval for requiring identification to vote. On its face, it seems reasonable. But how re...
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A response to protestsFeb 18, 2026 10:16 am - Per the principles and philosophy of our republic, our federal government should adhere to the demands of the people and local governance regarding Federal Law Enforcemen...
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Critical fact was missingFeb 18, 2026 10:06 am - In a recent article about the federal judge blocking Donald Trump’s child care funding freeze, the author never mentions the reason the freeze was implemented. Millions o...
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A simple standard to select candidatesFeb 18, 2026 10:05 am - Condemn — To express disapproval of; censure, criticize. Condone — To forgive, overlook or disregard (an offense) without protest or censure. Regarding Donald Trump’s rec...
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‘A little extra charm and character’: Speakeasy-inspired event space opening in WaucondaFeb 18, 2026 9:32 am - Cellar 109, a speakeasy-inspired event space, is opening soon in downtown Wauconda.
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Feel-good music: Arlington Heights Community Concert Band to present ‘Good Vibes Only’Feb 18, 2026 9:29 am - The Arlington Heights Community Concert Band aims to lift listeners’ spirits with its upcoming concert, “GOOD VIBES ONLY.”
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BBB: Beware of spring break travel scamsFeb 18, 2026 9:19 am - As spring break nears, travel experts are predicting a 10% increase in spending on premium vacations by families and college students. This year, travelers are more eager than ever to embark on bucket-list trips, adventure travel, and international destinations.
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3 ways to improve your marketing prowess in 2026Feb 18, 2026 8:59 am - There is a lot of talk on social media about elevated basics. Broadly speaking these are items of clothing or accessories that are in some way better than average or usual. The concept of elevated basics applies to marketing and communications, too. Here are three ways you can move your creative, promotional efforts from basic to something much more appealing.
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Boys basketball: Cary-Grove clinches FVC title outright by beating McHenryFeb 18, 2026 8:39 am - Adam McCloud’s message to his Cary-Grove boys basketball team after it clinched a share of the Fox Valley Conference championship was that the job’s not done. After the T...
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Concerts Feb. 20-26: Brandi Carlile, Night Ranger, Andrea Bocelli and moreFeb 18, 2026 8:17 am - Upcoming concerts include Brandi Carlile at the Allstate Arena, Night Ranger at the Des Plaines Theatre and the Arcada Theatre, Andrea Bocelli at the United Center and more.