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Cory Booker sets a record with marathon Senate speech. Will it rally anti-Trump resistance?
Apr 01, 2025 9:15 am - In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening, setting a historic mark to show Democrats’ resistance to President Donald Trump’s sweeping actions.
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Severe weather expected to develop overnight, continue throughout WednesdayApr 01, 2025 9:07 am - Several rounds of severe weather are expected to develop late Tuesday and continue through Wednesday evening, with the potential for strong winds and hail.
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COD history professor explores DeKalb County’s role in Underground Railroad April 17Apr 01, 2025 12:05 am - COD historian explores the little-known abolitionist past of barbed wire inventor and sheriff J.F. Glidden, who allowed DeKalb County to remain Underground Railroad hub in 1850s.
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‘Engines Off!’ clean air initiative in Glen Ellyn seeks to reduce engine idling near schoolsMar 31, 2025 10:43 pm - The League of Women Voters of Glen Ellyn is teaming up with schools and local community groups in a renewed and expanded effort to raise awareness of air pollution from engine idling.
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ECC culinary students learn from renowned chef and alum Zach LaidlawMar 31, 2025 9:50 pm - Internationally renowned chef Zach Laidlaw returned to his alma mater, Elgin Community College, for a live culinary demonstration showcasing his expertise and dedication to quality culinary artistry.
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Third child dies in Carpentersville fireMar 31, 2025 7:52 pm - Carpentersville authorities continue to investigate what caused a fire Sunday that killed three children. “The village is heartbroken by the tragedy,” Village President John Skillman said Monday.
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Bartlett police arrest 19-year-old in connection with 2023 motor vehicle theftsMar 31, 2025 7:44 pm - Bartlett police Friday arrested a 19-year-old man in connection with a series of motor vehicle thefts and an attempted theft from when he was a juvenile two years ago.
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Man charged with retail theft, fleeing police in a minivanMar 31, 2025 6:11 pm - A Chicago man is accused of stealing merchandise from several stores Saturday night before leading police on a chase that ended in Oak Brook.
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‘Hard work, passion, perseverance’: Suburban athletes medal at Special Olympics Winter GamesMar 31, 2025 5:53 pm - Libertyville resident Mallory Marvin earned a bronze medal and fourth place in snowshoeing competitions at the Special Olympics World Winter Games 2025 in Turin, Italy.
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Prospect Heights hotel demolition paves way for new Chicago Executive Airport hangarsMar 31, 2025 4:34 pm - A former hotel in Prospect Heights is nearing the end of its $1.8 million demolition to make room for eight hangars at Chicago Executive Airport to be operated by the New York-based firm Sky Harbour.