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Federal food assistance changes threaten benefits for thousands of Illinoisans
Jul 09, 2025 8:39 am - The domestic policy law signed by President Donald Trump last week creates new work requirements that could jeopardize food assistance benefits for 360,000 Illinoisans. Illinois will be required to cover a greater portion of the administrative costs and benefits of SNAP, which could cost several hundred million dollars.
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Elgin man charged after fleeing four-vehicle crash Tuesday night in Crystal LakeJul 09, 2025 7:45 am - An Elgin man is charged with multiple felonies after authorities said he caused a four-vehicle crash late Tuesday in Crystal Lake, then fled the scene.
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Lawsuit alleges District 300 failed to protect students from former employee
Jul 08, 2025 10:20 pm - Algonquin-based Community Unit School District 300 failed to protect students from an employee who “improperly accessed” their personal files, harassed them and solicited sexually explicit images, according to a lawsuit filed against the district.
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College of DuPage welcomes Muddassir Siddiqi as eighth presidentJul 08, 2025 9:46 pm - Muddassir Siddiqi is the new president of College of DuPage, bringing over two decades of leadership experience in higher education and the corporate sector.
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Four injured in Elgin crash TuesdayJul 08, 2025 9:25 pm - Four people were taken to the hospital after a car crash in Elgin on Tuesday, officials said.
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Trump caught off guard by Pentagon’s abrupt move to pause Ukraine weapons deliveries, AP sources say
Jul 08, 2025 8:24 pm - WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump's decision to send more defensive weapons to Ukraine came after he privately expressed frustration with Pentagon officials for announc...
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Impostor uses AI to impersonate Rubio and contact foreign and US officials
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IRS says churches should be allowed to make political endorsements
Jul 08, 2025 8:15 pm - The IRS said in a new court filing that clergy and houses of worship should be allowed to make political endorsements, a potential move away from a 71-year-old tax policy...
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Des Plaines to limit cannabis dispensaries through new license systemJul 08, 2025 7:25 pm - With entrepreneurs showing interest in opening cannabis dispensaries in Des Plaines, the city council has decided to limit the number of pot shops in town through a licensing system.
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‘More than just coffee’: Arlington Heights café recognized for hiring people with disabilitiesJul 08, 2025 7:22 pm - Gerry’s Café in Arlington Heights was recognized with a state tourism designation Tuesday for its mission of providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.