Marni Pyke
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U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly’s stepdaughter dies at age 38Jan 07, 2026 6:00 pm - Kelly, who is in the middle of a campaign for U.S. Senate, made the announcement Wednesday.
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Two Republicans fall off the ballot in gubernatorial, Senate contestsJan 07, 2026 5:53 pm - The Illinois State Board of Elections’ decisions slimmed down the throng running to replace U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin.
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Railroads say freight merger application falls short; UP says rivals are grandstandingJan 06, 2026 6:11 pm - Four major railroads tell feds UP, Norfolk Southern’s paperwork doesn’t prove their proposed merger is in the public interest and omits key details.
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Amid Illinois flu surge, U.S. drops key childhood vaccine recommendationsJan 05, 2026 6:27 pm - Health experts and medical organizations have criticized the move, warning that it could lead to fewer children getting vaccinated and an increase in illnesses and deaths.
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Tearful airport goodbye or joyful reunion? Either way, you could win $500 by sharing an O’Hare momentJan 05, 2026 2:18 pm - The Chicago Department of Aviation is asking travelers to share special O’Hare International Airport memories captured in photos, videos or stories.
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Tolls on cars haven’t been raised in years — is a hike coming in 2026?Jan 04, 2026 8:45 pm - Tollway leaders explain what’s happening with their big, new road program and what that means for drivers.
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Christmas tree erupts, causes extensive damage to Arlington Heights houseJan 03, 2026 5:48 pm - Fire chief warns about hazards when natural Christmas trees dry out and needles shed.
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‘What comes next?’ Democrats warn U.S. could be walking into a quagmire after Maduro captureJan 03, 2026 1:59 pm - Lawmakers lambast Maduro as a thug, dictator, and narco-terrorist but blast Trump for flouting Congress.
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Police, coroner’s office seek answers after dead body found by Metra tracks in LibertyvilleJan 03, 2026 12:32 pm - Authorities are investigating what happened to a man whose body was found by the Metra tracks in Libertyville during the late afternoon rush Friday. The disturbance delayed a number of trains.
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Robotaxis, O’Hare boom and Red Line scrutiny: Transportation seers forecast 2026Dec 21, 2025 8:45 pm - Robotaxis on our roads and delivery drones in the skies above. Our experts dive into the future of planes, trains and automobiles next year.