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Has world's biggest diamond been found?
Aug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - JOHANNESBURG, South Africa -- A South African mining company said Tuesday it had unearthed a diamond twice the size of the world's largest -- a claim that set off excite...
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More rabid bats found in Kane CountyAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - A recent spike in rabid bats found in Kane County is prompting concern from local health officials. A fourth bat tested positive for rabies and another 15 are being test...
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Save-A-PetAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - Visit www.save-a-pet-il.org. Kildeer Pet Parade: This day will include a pet parade, pet costume contest and pet talent contest from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Q...
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New law prevents sex offenders from voting at schoolsAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - People convicted of sex crimes against children are now prohibited from entering and voting at schools. The legislation signed into law Monday by Gov. Rod Blagojevich me...
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Endangered dragonfly making last Illinois standAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - LEMONT - Dan Soluk is walking the floor of the Des Plaines River valley near Lemont when one appears. Among the swarms of other insects, the distinctive helicopte...
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Day care set for old school buildingAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - After years of sitting dormant, the old Marklund Day School in Roselle will come to life again. Trinity Lutheran Church plans to buy the building and convert it into a ...
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Transit tax hike backers have legislative clout, but maybe not enoughAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - Supporters of a sales tax hike for transit showed off their broad clout Tuesday in a rally that included politicians ranging from Batavia's mayor to House Speaker Michae...
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Arson suspect in Bartlett fireAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - Authorities suspect arson in a fire at a Tuesday Morning store in Bartlett. No one was injured Tuesday in the two-alarm blaze, which 85 firefighters from four department...
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Like it or not, Glen Ellyn OKs new cell antennaAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - Glen Ellyn leaders have approved plans for another cellular antenna to be attached to the village's water tower, despite opposition from hundreds of residents. By a 4-2 ...
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Gap widens for haves, have-notsAug 28, 2007 11:00 pm - Suburban paychecks edged higher during the past year, yet this could not stem the growing ranks of poor, uninsured residents. A striking contrast of haves and have-nots ...