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Saturday, June 6, 2026

Heading to Mexico for the World Cup? Latest travel guidance from the State Department

As some Americans plan trips to Mexico for World Cup festivities, the U.S. State Department has released updated travel guidance. ...
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Judge halts Trump administration efforts to impose conditions on SNAP

A federal judge on Friday sided with 20 Democratic states and halted an effort by the Trump administration to force states to comply...
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Friday, June 5, 2026

Mayor of Arlington Heights responds as Bears move forward with Indiana stadium plans

Arlington Heights’ mayor reacted to news Friday the Chicago Bears plan to “advance” their stadium plan in northwest Indiana and not ...
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Illinois treasurer’s gift to Pope Leo? $8.65 of pontiff’s own money

Vatican City’s been a popular spot for Illinois dignitaries since Chicago native Robert Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, ascended to the ...
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