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Prosecutors sought access to Federal Reserve building as Trump threatens to fire Powell
Apr 15, 2026 4:00 pm - Federal prosecutors made an unannounced visit this week to a construction site at Federal Reserve headquarters that is the focus of an investigation into a $2.5 billion renovation project, according to two people familiar with the visit.
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Bailey moves into Chicago apartment as GOP candidate courts city, suburban votes
Apr 15, 2026 3:45 pm - Darren Bailey isn’t just trying to win over voters — he wants this year’s campaign to be an impressive experience for Chicago residents.
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MainStreet Libertyville appoints interim chief, looks to strengthen partnershipsApr 15, 2026 2:22 pm - Main Street Libertyville, the nonprofit volunteer organization that since 1989 has championed and organized activities in the downtown area, has a new leader and focus.
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32 new townhouses coming to Carol StreamApr 15, 2026 2:20 pm - The Reserve by Pebble Nest, a 32-unit development of two-story townhouses, gained approval recently by the Carol Stream Village Board.
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Aurora man facing drug chargesApr 15, 2026 1:56 pm - An Aurora man is facing drug charges, after an investigation by state police, Aurora police and the Kendall County Police Assistance Team.
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Cereal Box Domino Challenge becoming serial event for Indian Grove, Hersey studentsApr 15, 2026 12:10 pm - The dominoes fell the right way as students from two school districts partnered to provide cereal for needy families this week.
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Lightning sparks fire at Willows Academy in Des PlainesApr 15, 2026 9:58 am - A lightning strike sparked a small fire at Willows Academy in Des Plaines.
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More storms forecast as part of ‘remarkably active severe weather period’ for state, suburbsApr 15, 2026 9:05 am - Much of the Chicago area remains under a flash flood watch, while some parts of the suburbs are under a flash flood warning as more thunderstorms are expected today.
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Trump’s pick for Fed chair could be the richest in modern times
Apr 15, 2026 8:53 am - Kevin Warsh, President Donald Trump’s pick to become the next Federal Reserve chairman, would probably be the wealthiest central bank leader in recent decades if confirmed, newly released financial disclosures show.
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Streamwood townhouse complex damaged in early morning fireApr 15, 2026 8:23 am - A four-unit townhouse complex in Streamwood sustained significant damage from an early Wednesday morning fire.