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‘Metamorphoses’ splashes onto York stage with classic tales and modern messagesJan 19, 2026 12:23 pm - York Drama’s production of "Metamorphoses" combines ancient Greek myths with modern themes of change, hope, and love, all performed in and around a large pool of water.
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Valentino, fashion designer to the jet set, dies at age 93 in Rome
Jan 19, 2026 12:07 pm - ROME — Valentino Garavani, the jet-set Italian designer whose high-glamour gowns — often in his trademark shade of “Valentino red” — were fashion show staples for nearly ...
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2 downtown McHenry businesses left uninhabitable by fire: ‘Very sad day in McHenry’
Jan 19, 2026 11:51 am - Riverside Bake Shop and Reeses Barkery and Pawtique in downtown McHenry were left uninhabitable by a fire Sunday afternoon.
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The current US political climate is spurring a ‘reclaim’ and rallying on the MLK holiday
Jan 19, 2026 11:31 am - As communities across the country on Monday host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th federal observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the political climat...
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Prince Harry says Daily Mail scoops made him ‘paranoid beyond belief’
Jan 19, 2026 11:29 am - LONDON — The third and final round in Prince Harry 's battle with the British tabloids began Monday with his lawyer alleging that the Daily Mail and its sister Sunday new...
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Death toll in Spanish train collision rises to 39 as authorities fear more bodies could be found
Jan 19, 2026 11:26 am - ADAMUZ, Spain — Spanish police said Monday that at least 39 people are confirmed dead in a high-speed rail collision the previous night in the south of the country when t...
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Elgin Community College begins new semester highlighting local resourcesJan 19, 2026 11:15 am - ECC marked the start of the new semester with an employee convocation. Four community partners presented information on immigration, food insecurity, and health and wellness.
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Mother-son duo bring confidence-building fitness program to Batavia
Jan 19, 2026 11:03 am - New owners Carrie and Declan Sebold took over KidStrong Batavia, a fitness center for kids ages 1-11 that focuses on physical and cognitive development through fun activities.
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‘Dangerously cold’ weather on tap for MondayJan 19, 2026 10:43 am - Dangerously cold wind chills and the remnants of an evening snowfall are expected to greet suburban commuters Monday morning, forecasters say.
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St. John’s hosts ‘Instrument Petting Zoo’ to kick off National Lutheran Schools WeekJan 19, 2026 10:28 am - St. John's Lutheran School in Elgin is celebrating National Lutheran Schools Week from Jan. 25-30 with the theme "Let's make a joyful noise."