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Camp Mystic security guard says an early evacuation order could have saved lives

By JIM VERTUNO
Apr 15, 2026 4:36 pm - The security guard at Camp Mystic the night of last year's deadly flood acknowledged Wednesday that if a general evacuation order had come early in the storm, lives could have been saved.
Pope doubles down on peace and unity message as Trumps criticism continues

By NICOLE WINFIELD
Apr 15, 2026 4:26 pm - Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday doubled down as U.S. President Donald Trump’s criticism showed no sign of letting up, insisting that the message “the world needs to hear today” is one of peace and dialogue.Leo spoke to journalists en route to Cameroon as he continued his Africa visit.
Trump urges extending foreign surveillance program as some lawmakers push for US privacy protections

By DAVID KLEPPER
Apr 15, 2026 4:21 pm - Congress is set to take up the reauthorization of a divisive program that lets U.S. spy agencies pore over foreigners' calls, texts and emails, with supporters like President Donald Trump saying it has saved lives while critics point to long-standing concerns about warrantless surveillance of Americans.
Prosecutors sought access to Federal Reserve building as Trump threatens to fire Powell

By MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and CHRISTOPHER RUGABER
Apr 15, 2026 4:00 pm - Federal prosecutors made an unannounced visit this week to a construction site at Federal Reserve headquarters that is the focus of an investigation into a $2.5 billion renovation project, according to two people familiar with the visit.
Bailey moves into Chicago apartment as GOP candidate courts city, suburban votes

By Ben Szalinski
Apr 15, 2026 3:45 pm - Darren Bailey isn’t just trying to win over voters — he wants this year’s campaign to be an impressive experience for Chicago residents.
MainStreet Libertyville appoints interim chief, looks to strengthen partnerships

By Mick Zawislak
Apr 15, 2026 2:22 pm - Main Street Libertyville, the nonprofit volunteer organization that since 1989 has championed and organized activities in the downtown area, has a new leader and focus.
32 new townhouses coming to Carol Stream

By Dave Oberhelman
Apr 15, 2026 2:20 pm - The Reserve by Pebble Nest, a 32-unit development of two-story townhouses, gained approval recently by the Carol Stream Village Board.
Aurora man facing drug charges

By Susan Sarkauskas
Apr 15, 2026 1:56 pm - An Aurora man is facing drug charges, after an investigation by state police, Aurora police and the Kendall County Police Assistance Team.
Cereal Box Domino Challenge becoming serial event for Indian Grove, Hersey students

By Steve Zalusky
Apr 15, 2026 12:10 pm - The dominoes fell the right way as students from two school districts partnered to provide cereal for needy families this week.
Lightning sparks fire at Willows Academy in Des Plaines

By Russell Lissau
Apr 15, 2026 9:58 am - A lightning strike sparked a small fire at Willows Academy in Des Plaines.

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