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Bensenville teen shot to death in Stone Park An 18-year-old Bensenville man was shot to death in Stone Park, according to the Cook County medical examiner’s office.

Bensenville teen shot to death in Stone Park

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Man charged with drunk-driving death in Bensenville crash A Bensenville man has been charged with killing a woman in a drunk-driving crash.

Man charged with drunk-driving death in Bensenville crash

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Man charged with drunk-driving death in Bensenville crash A Bensenville man has been charged with killing a woman in a drunk-driving crash.

Man charged with drunk-driving death in Bensenville crash

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Judge tosses lawsuit over Trump's push to deploy National Guard to Chicago Six months after she blocked President Donald Trump’s efforts to deploy National Guard troops into Chicago, a federal judge Monday confirmed that the orders triggering the deployment are no longer in effect and dismissed the lawsuit that challenged them.

Judge tosses lawsuit over Trump's push to deploy National Guard to Chicago

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Citizens Utility Board urges state authority to reject merger of 2 water suppliers A proposed merger between the parent companies of the state’s two biggest private water utilities – Illinois American Water and Aqua Illinois – would not serve the public interest, according to experts at the Citizens Utility Board. The consumer watchdog group recently filed testimony urging the Illinois Commerce Commission to reject such a union over concerns about market consolidation, aggressive acquisitions of municipal systems and shoddy service quality.

Citizens Utility Board urges state authority to reject merger of 2 water suppliers

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'We cannot afford to get AI wrong': State lawmakers debate best path to regulate AI boom As the artificial intelligence industry rapidly expands, state legislators appear poised to continue imposing regulations on the technology.

'We cannot afford to get AI wrong': State lawmakers debate best path to regulate AI boom

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'Very important to this town': Naperville weighs funding options for India Day Naperville City Council members on Tuesday will discuss potential funding options for India Day, a celebration that over the years has featured a vibrant parade, food vendors, fireworks and even Bollywood performers.

'Very important to this town': Naperville weighs funding options for India Day

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I'm an oncologist. Here's why I recommend exercise to lower cancer risk. Exercising just a few times a week can substantially lower your risk for developing certain cancers.

I'm an oncologist. Here's why I recommend exercise to lower cancer risk.

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Plastic garden gear can add microplastics to the soil. Here are some alternatives It’s seed-starting and planting season. This year, consider not only the gardening gear and plants you bring home, but also whether they’re made of, contained in or wrapped in plastic.

Plastic garden gear can add microplastics to the soil. Here are some alternatives

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Trump's dyslexia barbs stir anguish and anger, perpetuating a myth about the learning disability Lauryn Muller was scrolling on social media when she saw a clip of President Donald Trump belittling California Gov. Gavin Newsom for having dyslexia. It stirred a well of emotion for the 18-year-old Muller, bringing back memories of her own struggles learning to read and the times she felt something was wrong with her.

Trump's dyslexia barbs stir anguish and anger, perpetuating a myth about the learning disability

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The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it This year’s Lyrid meteor shower is getting a boost thanks to a dim crescent moon. Skywatchers could see 10 to 20 shooting stars per hour soar across the spring sky, according to NASA, when the fiery display peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.

The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here's how to spot it

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Crafts and critters offer Earth Day fun at Crabtree Nature Center Fun outdoor and indoor activities were part of the Earth Day and Nature Play event Saturday at Crabtree Nature Center in Barrington.

Crafts and critters offer Earth Day fun at Crabtree Nature Center

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What to stream: Charlize Theron, 'Marty Supreme,' Kehlani, Kate Hudson and Lainey Wilson Timothée Chalamet starring as a ping-pong master in “Marty Supreme” and a Netflix comedy competition show hosted by Kevin Hart are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.

What to stream: Charlize Theron, 'Marty Supreme,' Kehlani, Kate Hudson and Lainey Wilson

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Nathalie Baye, French actor known for her warmth and versatility, dies at 77 Nathalie Baye, a French actor who was a fan’s favorite for her her down-to-earth charm and great versatility, has died. She was 77.

Nathalie Baye, French actor known for her warmth and versatility, dies at 77

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Brace for backups: What to expect from 2026 road work and where the worst gridlock lurks From Route 47 in McHenry to Route 53 in Cook and a few tollways and highways thrown in. May the Force be with you — here’s the traffic hotspots this summer construction season.

Brace for backups: What to expect from 2026 road work and where the worst gridlock lurks

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Drilling down: A look at road construction in your neighborhood Driving in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry or Will counties? We pinpoint the local traffic hot spots this construction season.

Drilling down: A look at road construction in your neighborhood

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As general election showdown begins, Biss has quarter-million-dollar lead in campaign cash Democratic congressional candidate Daniel Biss started April with more than a quarter-million dollars banked for the general election in the largely suburban 9th District.

As general election showdown begins, Biss has quarter-million-dollar lead in campaign cash

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Caitlin Clark getting reacclimated to Fever digs as she returns to practice for training camp INDIANAPOLIS -- Caitlin Clark looked right at home inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Sunday.

Caitlin Clark getting reacclimated to Fever digs as she returns to practice for training camp

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Tyler Reddick passes Kyle Larson on the final lap of OT to win NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas KANSAS CITY, Kan. -- NASCAR driver Tyler Reddick is riding the kind of Cup Series hot streak that Michael Jordan once enjoyed in his playing days.

Tyler Reddick passes Kyle Larson on the final lap of OT to win NASCAR Cup Series race at Kansas

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Matt Fitzpatrick delivers another playoff winner to beat Scottie Scheffler at RBC Heritage HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. -- Matt Fitzpatrick was in a playoff at Harbour Town against an American favorite Sunday, facing a large and noisy gallery cheering and chanting for his opponent -- Scottie Scheffler this time, the No. 1 player in the world.

Matt Fitzpatrick delivers another playoff winner to beat Scottie Scheffler at RBC Heritage

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New DMV with streamlined services debuts in Des Plaines The old secretary of state facility on Lee Street is being replaced with an updated office several blocks away.

New DMV with streamlined services debuts in Des Plaines

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Des Plaines River cresting, but flooding along Fox expected to worsen Residents in communities along the Des Plaines River should see floodwaters begin to recede Monday, but their counterparts living beside the Fox River may not be as fortunate.

Des Plaines River cresting, but flooding along Fox expected to worsen

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Wolves close regular season with win over Milwaukee The Chicago Wolves beat Milwaukee 5-1 on Sunday.

Wolves close regular season with win over Milwaukee

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Munetaka Murakami homers and White Sox go deep 4 times to back Noah Schultz in 7-4 win over A's WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Rookie Munetaka Murakami and Miguel Vargas hit two of Chicago's four home runs off Jeffrey Springs, and rookie Noah Schultz allowed one hit over five innings for his first major league win as the White Sox beat the Athletics 7-4 on Sunday.

Munetaka Murakami homers and White Sox go deep 4 times to back Noah Schultz in 7-4 win over A's

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'Don't give up': On visit to suburbs, Bailey opens up about crash that killed son, grandchildren “At the end of the day … I am at peace,” Bailey tells congregation at Lakewood Chapel in remarks on faith, loss and hope.

'Don't give up': On visit to suburbs, Bailey opens up about crash that killed son, grandchildren

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Cubs hand Mets their 11th straight loss by rallying for a 2-1 win in 10 innings CHICAGO -- Nico Hoerner hit a sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning, and the Cubs sent the New York Mets to their 11th consecutive loss by rallying for a 2-1 victory Sunday.

Cubs hand Mets their 11th straight loss by rallying for a 2-1 win in 10 innings

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Draft options abound for the Bears The pool of players in play for the Bears in the first round of this week’s draft is as big as it’s been in a long time.

Draft options abound for the Bears

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Dietz: Is the bright picture painted by the Hawks reality? John Dietz: After their NHL season ended, the Blackhawks painted a dazzlingly bright picture despite losing 13 of their last 17 games.

Dietz: Is the bright picture painted by the Hawks reality?

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Trump says US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz that tried to pass blockade WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump said the U.S. forcibly seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that tried to get around a naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, the first such interception since the blockade of Iranian ports began last week.

Trump says US seizes Iranian-flagged cargo ship near Strait of Hormuz that tried to pass blockade

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College Achievers: Siblings, Downers North grads have a day 1,500 miles apart College Achievers: Downers Grove North graduates Payton Janicki and her brother, Jimmy, both had huge days in their respective games, halfway across the country from each other.

College Achievers: Siblings, Downers North grads have a day 1,500 miles apart

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