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A pandemic-era law that made mixed drinks and single servings of wine available for pickup and delivery is one of many laws set to take effect Wednesday. In addition to cocktails to-go, Illinois residents will see laws affecting drivers, schools, …

After months of planning, the Prairie State is ready to usher in the nation’s semiquincentennial with celebratory events and thought-provoking programs. Those who live in the Chicago area can choose from a number of exhibits, concerts, panels and parties; here …

DEAR ABBY: When I was 16 and my sister “Daisy” was 18, I found out she was in a sexual relationship with my boyfriend, “Tyler” (also 18). I broke it off. She then asked if I minded her dating him. …

You want to spend your holiday grumbling about America’s shortcomings? Well, it’s a free country. Me, to start, I’m toasting our four freedoms — free speech, freedom of worship and freedom from want and fear. And the country’s huge land …

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” By Christine Mai-Duc | KFF Health News When Taletha Washburn and the staff at Plumas …

Kings general manager Ken Holland was busy as free agency opened Wednesday, adding four veterans to what was already the second-oldest roster in the NHL last season and also retaining another. Winger Corey Perry, 41, returns on a one-year, bonus-laden …

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence, Americans are reminded of the enduring ideals that made the United States the most successful experiment in liberty and self-government in human history. But how many California students understand the …

By JULIE CARR SMYTH and JOHN SEEWER HAMDEN, Ohio (AP) — Sixteen children from the same family who were rescued from a dilapidated home in rural Ohio were living in wretched conditions with human waste all around, confined to just one room …

Police have sealed off the Promenade in Peacehaven A man has been killed after his van plunged off a cliff edge in Sussex. His body was found in the vehicle on the beach at Friar’s Bay in Peacehaven on Wednesday …

Detectives have released CCTV footage of a man they believe could help with the rape investigation (Picture: British Transport Police) A 17-year-old girl was lured away from her friends and raped at a Surrey train station in a ‘horrific’ attack. …

Bryson Graham has spoken with a certain amount of honesty since taking over the vacancy for the executive vice president of basketball operations. There’s no fantasy talk of rainbows and unicorns with this current Bulls roster, and there’s no promises …

A man is facing hate crime charges for making threats against immigrants and Latino residents of the far north suburbs, according to the Lake County State’s Attorney’s office. Derek Webb faces a felony charge for hate crime and a misdemeanor …

Moon Alert Caution! Avoid shopping (except food and gas) and important decisions from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. After that, the moon moves from Capricorn into Aquarius. Aries (March 21-April 19) An average day Communications with friends and members of …

NEW YORK (AP) — Two people got to the top of the Empire State Building’s antenna and unfurled a banner about “the power of love” at midday Wednesday, before starting to descend, embracing, taking selfies and ultimately being arrested. Dressed in black …

ATLANTA — Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the Round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday. England’s all-time leading scorer evened the contest with …

By JAMES ROBSON, AP Soccer Writer ATLANTA (AP) — Harry Kane scored two second-half goals to help England rally for a 2-1 victory over Congo and a spot in the round of 16 at the World Cup on Wednesday. England’s all-time leading …

Federal and local law enforcement arrested the manager of a motel and eight others Wednesday, July 1 during a crackdown on sex trafficking along Figueroa Street south of downtown Los Angeles. The arrests were part of Operation Broken Blade, an …