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Khashoggi’s widow and Democrats demand release of call transcript with Trump and Saudi crown prince
Nov 21, 2025 5:33 pm - The widow of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi called Friday for the release of the transcript of a 2019 phone call that President Donald Trump had with Mohammed bin Salman, joining Democratic lawmakers who are raising questions about whether Trump personally benefitted from his embrace of the Saudi crown prince.
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Officer acquitted in death of Ta’Kiya Young, a pregnant Black mother accused of shoplifting
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Wheeling veterans group donates winter wear to charityNov 21, 2025 5:12 pm - A Wheeling veterans group has delivered a carload of donated winter clothing and gear to a suburban organization that helps needy veterans, active-duty troops and their families.
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US pushing Ukraine to sign peace deal by Thanksgiving or lose support
Nov 21, 2025 4:54 pm - The White House is pressuring Ukraine to sign on to its new peace proposal by Thanksgiving or lose U.S. support in its war with Russia, according to five people familiar with the talks.
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Judge’s blistering opinion details use of force in Chicago-area immigration crackdown
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Aurora man pleads guilty to involuntary servitude of womenNov 21, 2025 4:39 pm - An Aurora man pleaded guilty Wednesday to six counts of involuntary servitude, in exchange for a 13-year prison sentence.
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Gail Borden Library Foundation announces new board memberNov 21, 2025 4:35 pm - The Gail Borden Library Foundation announced that Rafael Villagomez has joined their board.
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‘Light up Wheaton’ holiday decorating contest returnsNov 21, 2025 4:34 pm - Residents, businesses, houses of worship and community organizations are all invited to participate in “Light Up Wheaton,” a holiday decorating contest hosted by the city and the park district.
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New boutique hotel could be coming to downtown ElginNov 21, 2025 4:11 pm - A new boutique hotel could soon be checking in to downtown Elgin. The Elgin City Council agreed Wednesday to assist developers by providing $1.2 million in TIF funding for the project.
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Lawmakers collect toys for Mano a ManoNov 21, 2025 3:36 pm - Two state lawmakers are organizing a toy drive to benefit the Mano a Mano Family Resource Center, a nonprofit organization that provides resources for immigrant families in Lake County.