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Will County Forest Preserve District extends Plum Creek Trail, connecting 2 preserves

A new 1.5-mile segment of the Plum Creek Greenway Trail in Crete Township is making it easier to explore natural landscapes in eastern Will County. The trail crosses areas of Plum Valley Preserve before connecting to a short street route that connects with a section of the trail at Goodenow Grove...

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Rescue workers at the scene of a train collision in central Spain, showing mangled train cars and emergency personnel.

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At least 10 dead after two trains collide in Spain

The morning rush hour in central Spain was shattered by an unimaginable tragedy this past Wednesday, as two high-speed trains collided, claiming at least 10 lives and plunging a nation into profound grief. What began as a routine journey for hundreds of passengers quickly devolved into a scene of...

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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

Fifteen candidates are challenging Brandon Johnson for his job as Chicago mayor, but the field may not stay that crowded.Race for Chicago mayor heats upThe city's petition objection period began Tuesday, opening the door to what can become a costly and politically strategic fight over who...

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Chicago skyline at dusk, symbolizing the city's political landscape

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Chicago mayoral race: Why some of the 15 candidates could be knocked off the ballot

As the race for Chicago mayor heats up, 15 candidates have stepped forward to challenge incumbent Brandon Johnson. But the crowded field may soon thin out as petition objections begin, raising the stakes in this high-stakes political contest. This crucial period of petition challenges could...

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Chicago City Council chambers with Mayor Brandon Johnson at the podium during a budget debate

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Chicago alderpersons challenge Johnson's plan for $75 million pension allocation

As the City Council convenes, the tension in the room is palpable. Mayor Brandon Johnson stands at the center of a fiscal storm, grappling with a $75 million pension allocation that could define his political future. This critical debate isn't just about numbers on a ledger; it touches the very...

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