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Suspicious device leads to evacuations, closed streets in downtown St. Charles

Suspicious device leads to evacuations, closed streets in downtown St. Charles

The FBI is investigating the discovery of a suspicious device Saturday night in a flower planter in downtown St. Charles.

 

Chicago police officer killed in hospital shooting identified, second officer in critical condition

CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago officer who was fatally shot by a man receiving treatment at a hospital while in police custody has been identified as 38-year-old John Bartholom...

 
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Sound of gunfire carries eerie echoes of Reagan's shooting outside the same Washington hotel

Sound of gunfire carries eerie echoes of Reagan's shooting outside the same Washington hotel

WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Ronald Reagan left the Washington Hilton Hotel and headed for his waiting limousine on a gray March afternoon, he was exposed for mere se...

 
Mid-May ruling set for special prosecutor demand to investigate alleged ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ abuses

Mid-May ruling set for special prosecutor demand to investigate alleged ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ abuses

Cook County Judge Erica Reddick on Friday heard arguments for and against appointing a special prosecutor to investigate alleged wrongdoing by federal immigration agents during last fall’s “Operation Midway Blitz.” While petitioners pushing for a special prosecutor say Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke has “abdicated her responsibility” by not opening any investigations, the state’s attorney maintains she has limited authority to do so. Reddick will deliver her ruling during a May 11 hearing.

 
Getting in touch with nature at Wheeling Earth Day celebration

Getting in touch with nature at Wheeling Earth Day celebration

From scenic walks and kite launches, to environmental education and animal encounters, Sunday was a celebration of all things nature in Wheeling.

 
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Sugar Grove fire district hopes for $2 million in federal funding for training center

Sugar Grove fire district hopes for $2 million in federal funding for training center

Plans to build a regional fire training facility in Sugar Grove could get a significant boost through a funding request made by U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood.

 
After mayor’s remarks, Geneva rethinking its support for chamber of commerce fests

After mayor’s remarks, Geneva rethinking its support for chamber of commerce fests

In a rare showing of public ire, Geneva Mayor Kevin Burns last week accused the Geneva Chamber of Commerce of lying about its finances and questioned how – or if – the city should continue to provide funds for the organization’s festivals.

 
Lake in the Hills extends time for solar farm construction

Lake in the Hills extends time for solar farm construction

Lake in the Hills officials have granted another extension for construction of a planned solar farm.

 
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College Achievers: Harvey hammers it home at Penn State

College Achievers: Harvey hammers it home at Penn State

South Elgin High School graduate Sean Harvey, a sophomore at Penn State University, was named Eastern Intercollegiate Volleyball Association player of the year.

 
‘Edgy’ Tim: Spring showcases open opportunities for prep football players

‘Edgy’ Tim: Spring showcases open opportunities for prep football players

“Edgy” Tim O’Halloran: In a world where drawing a college scholarship in football -- or even just adding a roster spot opportunity -- has never been tougher, the Illinois high school football coaches are trying to help, with approval from the IHSA.

 

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