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Feds want to share information on preventing child sexual exploitation, and they'll even come to youDec 08, 2023 4:30 am - Federal agents really want to talk to you about how to keep kids safe from sexual exploitation. All they need is an invite to your parent-teacher association, church, cl...
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What should happen when fuel-efficient vehicles take over the roadsDec 08, 2023 12:00 am - The government has a dilemma: It's pushing hard for fuel-efficient vehicles, but gas taxes pay for roads. There's an obvious fix, but are Americans ready for it? Granted...
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Masks off: The Hamas defense forces show the unmistakable bigotry on the leftDec 08, 2023 12:00 am - In the eight weeks since 3,000 Hamas terrorists invaded Israel and slaughtered 1,200 Israelis and mutilated 5,800 others, it's become clear that Hamas' purpose was not m...
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LaVine expects to suit up for Bulls when injured foot healsDec 07, 2023 2:00 pm - Injured Bulls guard Zach LaVine met with reporters Thursday to discuss his foot injury and extended absence, but he didn't shed much light on his future with the team. H...
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Take a breath before judging the Hinsdale South situationDec 07, 2023 12:00 am - In a heated emotional moment, it's often best to just take a deep breath. But that's not the world we live in. We're all about hot takes and instant analysis. Judge now...
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Why it's important to stop and honor sacred datesDec 07, 2023 12:00 am - Today marks a sacred date in American history. It is not the only one. Why do we take pains to, in some fashion, acknowledge it in the public press every year? I have no...
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The life and legacy of Henry KissingerDec 07, 2023 12:00 am - The death of Henry Kissinger, after literally a century of remarkably active and effective life, provides an opportunity to reflect on his importance for his adopted Uni...
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Metropolis' 'Christmas Carol' reminds audiences that Dickens' holiday classic is a ghost story at heartDec 06, 2023 12:00 pm - “A Christmas Carol” — ★ ★ ★ For his Metropolis Performing Arts Centre directorial debut, artistic director Brendan Ragan choose “A Christmas Carol,” a longtime trad...
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Pressure cooker key to perfecting this Vegetable Wild Rice SoupDec 06, 2023 5:00 am - After all these years, there are a few things I still struggle with in the kitchen. Hands down, the most problematic one for me is rice. I know. I know. It is so basic a...
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Gifts for wine enthusiasts from newbies to prosDec 06, 2023 5:00 am - As a budding sommelier, I loved receiving wine-tchotchke gifts. Now, with enough grape-shaped earrings to last a lifetime, I'm happy to receive practical gifts that I us...