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Man who painted hate symbols at Northwestern University sentenced to 7 years in prison

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Youth caregivers shouldn't be backstop for systemic failures

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State's attorney's proposed pretrial changes undermine justice

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Meta — and parents — share responsibility in curbing social media addiction

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Destroying Head Start limits our country's future

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Ald. Curtis calls for accountability after security vehicle strikes teen at Ford City Mall

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Girl sexually assaulted on way to school in Brainerd

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'Broadview Six' prosecutor 'owns' mistakes in tainted case, says she was following orders

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Thursday, September 24, 2026

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