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League of Women Voters to host webinar on ‘Countering Citizens United’Apr 16, 2026 4:00 pm - The League of Women Voters of Roselle-Bloomingdale Area and the League of Women Voters of Chicago will host a free webinar, “Countering Citizens United: Blunting the Influence of Money in Politics,” on Wednesday, May 6.
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Did SAFE-T Act loophole contribute to DuPage County slaying? Top prosecutor thinks soApr 16, 2026 3:52 pm - Did a loophole in the law that eliminated cash bail in Illinois contribute to the slaying of a suburban a woman whose husband stands accused of her murder? DuPage County’s top prosecutor thinks so. Here’s why.
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County prosecutor charges ICE agent with assault for pointing gun at people on Minneapolis highway
Apr 16, 2026 3:19 pm - MINNEAPOLIS — A federal immigration agent accused of pointing his gun at occupants of a car after pulling alongside them on a Minneapolis-area highway is wanted on felony...
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RFK Jr. defends health agenda, clashes with Democrats in House hearing
Apr 16, 2026 3:12 pm - Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended his controversial record leading the nation’s health department, as Democrats argued his changes on vaccines threatened ...
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Ukraine scrambles to supply air defenses as large-scale Russia attacks kill 16
Apr 16, 2026 3:00 pm - KYIV, Ukraine — Russia hammered civilian areas across Ukraine with drones and missiles Thursday, killing at least 16 people and wounding more than 100 others in the worst...
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Mendocino Farms restaurant chain opening in Vernon HillsApr 16, 2026 2:59 pm - Mendocino Farms, a fast-casual restaurant known for farm-fresh crafted sandwiches and salads, is opening its first suburban Chicago location Tuesday in Vernon Hills.
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US military will target Iran-linked ships worldwide, broadening scope beyond blockade
Apr 16, 2026 2:57 pm - WASHINGTON — The U.S. military has widened its efforts beyond the blockade of Iran's ports to allow its forces around the world to stop any ship tied to Tehran or those s...
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AP Exclusive: Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns
Apr 16, 2026 2:43 pm - PARIS — Europe has “maybe six weeks or so” of remaining jet fuel supplies, the head of the International Energy Agency said Thursday in a wide-ranging interview, warning ...
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A 10-day ceasefire agreed on by Israel, Lebanon goes into effect
Apr 16, 2026 2:38 pm - BEIRUT, Lebanon — A 10-day truce began in Lebanon on Friday that could pause fighting between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group and boost attempts to extend the cea...
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Justin Fairfax, who nearly became Virginia governor, killed his wife and himself, police say
Apr 16, 2026 2:34 pm - ANNANDALE, Va. — A 10-day truce began in Lebanon on Friday that could pause fighting between Israel and the Hezbollah militant group and boost attempts to extend the ceas...