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Bulletin Board

Biggert press release: Biggert, local leaders unite for bipartisan domestic violence law

May 24, 2012 - 2:37 p.m.

U.S. Rep. Judy Biggert issued the following press release:

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State treasurer Rutherford praises Patrick Fitzgerald

May 24, 2012 - 12:34 p.m.

Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford issued the following press release:

Must See Video

Norman the dog rides a bike

May 24, 2012 - 10:45 a.m.

The video's description says that Norman is a dog that can ride a bike.

Preps 24/7

Geneva's Wright ready to roll as softball spectator

May 23, 2012 - 3:58 p.m.

Geneva senior shortstop Elena Wright played in her final high school softball game Tuesday, as the Vikings suffered a season-ending loss to Downers Grove North in a 4A Geneva Regional semifinal.

Mystery Diner

Mystery Diner: Poblano delivers Mexican delicacies

May 23, 2012 - 5:30 a.m.

ST. CHARLES – I had been wanting to try Poblano Pepper Grill since it opened in February in the Main Street Commons across from Charlestowne Mall, so it was with great anticipation that I visited the cozy, family-run restaurant for the first time with a friend.

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East, North set for third round of softball duel

May 22, 2012 - 11:07 p.m.

Rivals St. Charles East and St. Charles North will be set to play their third softball game in 10 days when they meet in a 4A St. Charles North Regional semifinal Wednesday.

Preps 24/7

Time (eventually) on sides of St. Francis, Wheaton Academy girls soccer teams

May 22, 2012 - 10:36 p.m.

Showing up is half of life, the saying goes.

High Velocity

A cycling update and other matters

May 22, 2012 - 12:53 p.m.

Training this week was quite uneventful – the usual strength, endurance and interval training with no great results or anything that would, frankly, tell me I have made great strides in my fitness.  

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Sen. Lauzen meets with Romanian president

May 21, 2012 - 5:20 p.m.

State Sen. Chris Lauzen and his wife, Sarah, met privately for 30 minutes with Romanian President Traian Basescu during his visit to Chicago for the NATO summit.