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True Grit: Bike racing series ‘has become a summertime staple’ in suburbsJul 15, 2025 4:23 pm - The Chicago Grit — a series of bicycle races in 10 communities over 10 straight days — kicks off Friday delivering fun and energy from July 18-27.
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New York rejects Texas attempt to punish doctor over abortion pills
Jul 15, 2025 3:56 pm - A New York official rejected Texas’s latest attempt to penalize a doctor who allegedly prescribed abortion pills to a Dallas woman — the latest clash in a legal battle ex...
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Ukrainians welcome US aid but see Trump’s 50-day ultimatum to Putin as too long
Jul 15, 2025 3:54 pm - KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainians welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge of more U.S.-made weapons in their three-year fight against Russia’s invasion, though it is uncle...
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Making the world better: Glenview native earns starring role in Kokandy’s premiere of ‘Amélie’Jul 15, 2025 3:50 pm - A longtime fan of Kokandy Productions, Glenview native Aurora Penepacker is finally making her debut with the theater company as the titular do-gooder determined to improve the lives of others in the regional premiere of “Amélie.”
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UN says malnutrition in Gaza has doubled as health officials say Israeli strikes kill over 90 people
Jul 15, 2025 3:43 pm - DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Malnutrition rates among children in the Gaza Strip have doubled since Israel imposed sharp restrictions on the entry of food in March, the U....
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Syria announces ceasefire after latest outbreak of deadly sectarian violence
Jul 15, 2025 3:40 pm - BUSRA AL-HARIR, Syria — Syria 's defense minister announced a ceasefire shortly after government forces entered a key city in southern Sweida province on Tuesday, a day a...
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Elgin again alerting residents of elevated lead levels in drinking waterJul 15, 2025 3:27 pm - Elgin is alerting residents after some drinking water samples exceeded allowable lead levels during a recent test. Officials say the lead seeps into the water through service lines in older homes and buildings.
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How Naperville freshman center will become a ‘hub’ for District 204 programsJul 15, 2025 3:11 pm - District 204 is slated to redesign the stand-alone Neuqua freshman center — named for former Superintendent Kathy Birkett — as part of an ambitious list of projects made possible by voter-approved funding.
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Aurora finds unacceptable amounts of lead in water sample testsJul 15, 2025 12:47 pm - Aurora has found unacceptable amounts of lead in drinking water in at least 10 homes out of 100 it tested earlier this year.
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Hot deals for hot dogs: Restaurants celebrate National Hot Dog Day WednesdayJul 15, 2025 11:58 am - Celebrate National Hot Dog Day on Wednesday with deals at local restaurants.