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NEWS GAZETTE: Host Illini tie for NCAA regional title

Illinois and Oklahoma State tied for the top spot at Atkins Golf Club in Urbana
Host Illini tie for NCAA regional title
Illinois and Oklahoma State tied for the top spot at Atkins Golf Club in Urbana
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May 14, 2025 at 9:26 PM
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NEWS GAZETTE: Fisher district leader recognized as Superintendent of Distinction

“Her focus on building community partnerships while enhancing educational opportunities has created lasting positive change for students.”
Fisher district leader recognized as Superintendent of Distinction
“Her focus on building community partnerships while enhancing educational opportunities has created lasting positive change for students.”
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May 16, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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NEWS GAZETTE: 'A generation of inspiring, innovative students who make an impact on our state and the world every day'

Ahead of his commencement address to the Class of 2025, we asked outgoing UI chancellor Robert Jones what he’d say to departing seniors, incoming freshmen...
'A generation of inspiring, innovative students who make an impact on our state and the world every day'
Ahead of his commencement address to the Class of 2025, we asked outgoing UI chancellor Robert Jones what he’d say to departing seniors, incoming freshmen and those interested in his
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May 16, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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NEWS GAZETTE: Top of the Morning, May 16, 2025

When she opened the West End Pub four years ago, Amanda Rincker was excited to take over the historic location in Bement and work for herself as a bartender.
Top of the Morning, May 16, 2025
When she opened the West End Pub four years ago, Amanda Rincker was excited to take over the historic location in Bement and work for herself as a bartender.
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May 16, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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NEWS GAZETTE: Capitol News Illinois | Speaker removes appropriations committee chair for ‘not communicating’

SPRINGFIELD — House Speaker Chris Welch made the extraordinary move of removing an appropriations committee chair on Wednesday with two weeks left in the legislative...
Capitol News Illinois | Speaker removes appropriations committee chair for ‘not communicating’
SPRINGFIELD — House Speaker Chris Welch made the extraordinary move of removing an appropriations committee chair on Wednesday with two weeks left in the legislative session and a tightening fiscal
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May 16, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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NEWS GAZETTE: Judge rules pro-Palestinian protestor guilty of misdemeanor, not felony

The first trial for any individual facing charges after a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Illinois last year came to a close Thursday with a ruling that a Savoy 18-year-old is...
Judge rules pro-Palestinian protestor guilty of misdemeanor, not felony
The first trial for any individual facing charges after a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of Illinois last year came to a close Thursday with a ruling that a Savoy
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May 15, 2025 at 9:53 PM
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A dangerous day of severe thunderstorms – including the potential for long-lasting, powerful tornadoes and hurricane-strength wind gusts – is ahead for the eastern half of the United States today
Millions under threat of strong tornadoes and violent winds as storm danger increases Friday | CNN
An incredibly dangerous day of severe thunderstorms including the potential for long-lasting, powerful tornadoes and hurricane-strength wind gusts is ahead for the eastern half of the United States Fr...
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May 16, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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A bronze statue of Melania Trump near her hometown in Slovenia has gone missing, five years after it replaced a wooden statue damaged by arsonists
Melania Trump bronze statue disappearance investigated by police | CNN
A bronze statue of Melania Trump near her hometown in Slovenia has gone missing, five years after it replaced a wooden statue damaged by arsonists.
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May 16, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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President Donald Trump says the clock is ticking for countries to make a deal or face higher tariffs: cnn.it/43u1Xvz
Trump says the clock is ticking for 150 countries to make a deal or face higher tariffs | CNN Business
If you thought President Donald Trump’s trade war was over, he has some news for you: Tariffs are going up again.
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May 16, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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Russian and Ukrainian officials are meeting for direct talks - the first since the early weeks of the war. Follow live updates.
Live updates: Russia and Ukraine officials set to meet for peace talks in Turkey | CNN
Delegations from Russia and Ukraine are set to meet for peace talks in Turkey on Friday. But, Presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky, nor US President Donald Trump, will be there following d...
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May 16, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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When Denise learned in February that she might have to pay out of pocket for her weekly therapy sessions, the military veteran from Virginia started to panic.
‘I can’t trust it ever again’: Military families and heath care providers say insurance switchover has wreaked havoc and eroded trust | CNN
Tricare health insurance is a mainstay for military families, but abrupt changeovers have forced some providers to pause treatment.
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May 16, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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As the US and China came to an agreement to lower tariffs sharply this week, trade war uncertainty has, for now, subsided. But Wall Street has a new question for President Donald Trump: What about tax cuts?
The White House has been obsessed with tariffs. Wall Street is wondering about Trump’s tax cuts | CNN Business
As the US and China came to an agreement to lower tariffs sharply this week, trade war uncertainty has, for now, subsided. But Wall Street has a new question for President Donald Trump: What about tax...
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May 16, 2025 at 9:30 AM
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Engineers at New Jersey Transit went on strike, halting trains on the nation's third largest commuter rail service and affecting 100,000 passengers.
Engineers go on strike at NJ Transit, halting the nation’s third-largest commuter line | CNN Business
Engineers at New Jersey Transit went on strike early Friday, bringing trains on the nation’s third-largest commuter rail service to a halt.
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May 16, 2025 at 5:07 AM
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A “copy” of Magna Carta bought decades ago by Harvard Law School for just $27.50 is now understood to be an extremely rare original from 1300, according to new research. cnn.it/3SCl3JF
May 16, 2025 at 2:03 AM
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The Atlantic Ocean has a toxic seaweed problem.

Floating in brown islands of algae, this year’s sargassum bloom has already broken its own size record by millions of tons — and the growing season isn’t done yet. cnn.it/3S7nhAE
May 16, 2025 at 1:45 AM
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Former Director of the FBI James Comey took down an Instagram post of seashells spelling out the numbers “86 47” after Republicans claimed that it was a threat against President Donald Trump.
Former FBI Director James Comey takes down Instagram post after conservative uproar | CNN Politics
Former Director of the FBI James Comey on Thursday took down an Instagram post of seashells spelling out the numbers “86 47” after Republicans claimed that it was a threat against President Donald Tru...
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May 16, 2025 at 1:33 AM
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The United States and United Arab Emirates will partner to build a massive data center complex in Abu Dhabi to advance artificial intelligence capabilities with 5-gigawatts of capacity — enough to power a major city.
Trump and Abu Dhabi ink partnership to build massive AI data center complex in UAE | CNN
The United States and United Arab Emirates will partner to build a massive data center complex in Abu Dhabi to advance artificial intelligence capabilities with 5-gigawatts of capacity — enough to pow...
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May 16, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Hundreds of obsidian artifacts have revealed where the Aztecs acquired the volcanic glass they used for tools, ornamental pieces or religious objects centuries ago — and their vast trade networks included their rivals. cnn.it/3Fd28SC
May 16, 2025 at 12:34 AM
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“For too long, we’ve sacrificed combat readiness in the name of inclusivity, ignoring the fact that there are innate differences between a Hank and a male Tracy,” said Gen. Doug H. Sandoval
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U.S. Military Bans Men With Girl Names From Combat
WASHINGTON—In a move that significantly restricts the eligibility of thousands of American troops to fight for their country on the front lines, senior U.S. military officials announced Wednesday that all men with girl names would now be forbidden from serving in combat roles. The ban, which goes into effect immediately, prohibits male personnel with clearly […]
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May 16, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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“The discrimination these people are facing is absolutely sick—they’re literally hunting them down,” said Trump
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Trump Grants Refugee Status To Former SS Guards
WASHINGTON—Condemning what he described as the disturbing and unjust treatment of the group, President Donald Trump granted refugee status this week to former SS guards. “The discrimination these people are facing is absolutely sick—they’re literally hunting them down,” said Trump, who greeted the small group of centenarians on the tarmac at Dulles International Airport and […]
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May 15, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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An attorney asked Ventura a series of questions about Ventura admittedly feeling jealous during her relationship with Combs and Ventura begrudgingly planning parts of their sex life.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs' attorney cross-examines Cassie Ventura for the first time
An attorney asked Ventura a series of questions about Ventura admittedly feeling jealous during her relationship with Combs and Ventura begrudgingly planning parts of their sex life.
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May 16, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Ben Pickman of The Athletic says the 2025 WNBA season brings superstar debuts, rising rivalries and major questions about pay for athletes.
WNBA opens season with Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese and labor disputes
Ben Pickman of The Athletic says the 2025 WNBA season brings superstar debuts, rising rivalries and major questions about pay for athletes.
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May 15, 2025 at 11:55 PM
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The Broadway composer of "Annie" and "Bye Bye Birdie" died Thursday at 96.
Charles Strouse, Broadway composer of 'Annie' and 'Bye Bye Birdie,' dies at 96
The Broadway composer of Annie and Bye Bye Birdie died Thursday at 96.
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May 15, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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The grand final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest takes place on Saturday, May 17, in Basel, Switzerland. It's an annual celebration of melody, rhythm, fabulousness and glitter. By @ghweldon.bsky.social
The 10 best songs of Eurovision 2025 — and their chances to win
The grand final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest takes place on Saturday, May 17, in Basel, Switzerland. It's an annual celebration of melody, rhythm, fabulousness and glitter.
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May 15, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Together, the two retailers will have to wade the choppy waters of new tariffs on imports, including footwear. And they'll face the growing competition from shoe brands selling directly to shoppers.
Dick's Sporting Goods is buying Foot Locker for $2.4 billion
Together, the two retailers will have to wade the choppy waters of new tariffs on imports, including footwear. And they'll face the growing competition from shoe brands selling directly to shoppers.
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May 15, 2025 at 9:33 PM