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Trump’s border czar suggests a possible drawdown in Minnesota, but only after ‘cooperation’

By GIOVANNA DELL'ORTO and REBECCA SANTANA
Jan 29, 2026 2:33 pm - The Trump administration could reduce the number of immigration enforcement officers in Minnesota, but only if state and local officials cooperate, the president's border czar said Thursday, noting he has “zero tolerance” for protesters who assault federal officers or impede the ongoing Twin Cities operation.
Trump’s immigration crackdown led to drop in US growth rate last year as population hit 342 million

By MIKE SCHNEIDER
Jan 27, 2026 9:57 am - President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration contributed to a year-to-year drop in the nation's growth rate as the U.S. population reached nearly 342 million people in 2025, according to population estimates released Tuesday by the U.S. Census Bureau.
‘I could see it as a teaching tool’: Local experts praise new autistic Barbie Doll

By Matt Brady
Jan 25, 2026 2:30 am - Suburban doctors and therapists are praising one of the latest Barbie creations from Mattel for providing a spotlight to an often marginalized community.
Leaders honor legacy of Dr. King at 56th annual Remembrance Dinner in Palatine

By Eric Peterson
Jan 18, 2026 1:54 pm - After a tumultuous year, suburban government and religious leaders gathered Saturday in Palatine to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a call to reaffirm his dream of the nation becoming a model of social justice for the world.
Elgin’s 41st annual MLK prayer breakfast features speakers, music, awards

By Brian Hill
Jan 17, 2026 3:51 pm - The 41st annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Prayer Breakfast at Elgin Community College featured speakers, music and awards.
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.: A list of suburban events

Daily Herald report
Jan 13, 2026 3:23 pm - Martin Luther King Jr. Day is Monday, Jan. 19. These upcoming events, celebrations and services will pay tribute to the civil rights leader.
‘Freedom isn’t automatic’: Elgin to honor MLK’s legacy with annual prayer breakfast

By Rick West
Jan 06, 2026 1:58 pm - For the 41st year, community members in Elgin will meet to honor the spirit and memory of Martin Luther King Jr. with their annual prayer breakfast Jan. 17 at Elgin Community College.
Letter writing campaign spreads pride and holiday cheer

By Steve Zalusky
Dec 12, 2025 10:00 am - The Pinta Pride Project held an event Thursday at Original Bagel & Bialy in Buffalo Grove, where people wrote letters sending holiday greetings to the LGBTQ community.
Work by Cherokee Nation artist on display at MCC

Submitted by McHenry County College
Nov 17, 2025 12:15 pm - McHenry County College will display “Resilient Joy” by artist Hattie Lee Mendoza, a member of the Cherokee Nation, through Dec. 19.
Chicago civil rights leader Jesse Jackson hospitalized for rare neurological disorder

By SOPHIA TAREEN
Nov 13, 2025 2:55 pm - The Rev. Jesse Jackson, who has been receiving around-the-clock care at home, has been hospitalized with a rare neurological disorder, according to his Chicago-based organization.

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