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Learning Commons at Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois, will be "a central hub for academic life"
American School & University
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July 30, 2025
Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois, is building what it calls a “central hub for academic life.” The Daily Herald reports that the $39.45 million Learning Commons is intended to bring the resources students use most into one building. It will...
Michigan meat company recalls frozen ground beef because it may contain pieces of metal
WDIV Local 4 - Michigan
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July 31, 2025
Ada Valley Meat Company is recalling more than 1,000 pounds of frozen ground beef because it may contain pieces of metal. On Tuesday, July 29, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service stated that the recalled...
Baethke Plumbing Addresses Common Plumbing Issues With Expert Solutions For Chicago Residents
MENAFN
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) Baethke Plumbing Addresses Common Plumbing Issues with Expert Solutions for Chicago ResidentsPlumbing issues, whether minor or severe, can disrupt daily life and lead to costly repairs if left unaddressed. For Chicago homeowners...
Cafeteria renovation at Libertyville, Illinois, high school won't be finished when classes resume
American School & University
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July 30, 2025
The $16.3 million cafeteria renovation at Libertyville High School in Libertyville, Illinois, won’t be ready for students when classes resume in a few weeks. The Daily Herald reports that the servery, where students will pick up their food, and a...
Jhoan Duran trade grades: Who won deal sending…
USA Today
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Dave Dombrowski finally did it. Just ahead of Major League Baseball's trade deadline day, the Philadelphia Phillies' president of baseball operations made a big splash by landing one of the top closers on the market — Jhoan Duran from the...
Phillies implosion vs. woeful White Sox overshadowed by major trade for Jhoan Duran
Philly Voice
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July 31, 2025
After a rain delay lasting over three hours, the Phillies and White Sox finally played the rubber match of their three game series Wednesday at Rate Field in Chicago, on the eve of Major League Baseball's trade deadline. Both teams have been...
Cubs acquire Nationals pitcher Michael Soroka in trade: Reports
NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois
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The Chicago Cubs have dipped into the trade market, reportedly acquiring pitcher Michael Soroka from the Washington Nationals. The trade was first reported by Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, and was confirmed by multiple outlets, including Jon...
NBA Trade Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Trade Proposal Could Add $81 Million Chicago Bulls Deadly Duo in Roster Shakeup
The Times of India
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Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers (Image via Getty) The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring a potential three-team blockbuster trade that could significantly strengthen their roster ahead of the 2025–26 NBA season. The proposal, first...
Staycation vibes hit Market Nights
Daily Freeman Journal - Iowa
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No suitcase is required to head to downtown Webster City for Market Night tonight. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., market nights will be celebrating with a kids’ bike rodeo, live music by Birdy Young and a wide variety of food and drinks. The bike rodeo,...
MLB Trade Deadline Approaches with Major Moves Expected
Times News Global
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July 31, 2025
Pittsburgh, PA – Major League Baseball’s 2025 trade deadline is less than 36 hours away, with excitement building as teams prepare for potential roster changes. The deadline is set for 6 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 31, sparking anticipation of...
4 White Sox players smack homers as Chicago beat the Phillies 9-3 to win series
FOX 32 Chicago - Illinois
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Shane Smith is the White Sox's representative at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game this season, and his story starts in Biloxi, Mississippi. Miguel Vargas and Edgar Quero each hit a three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Chicago White Sox beat...
Guardians Cy Young Award winner linked to Cubs in trade proposal
Sporting News
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July 30, 2025
Shane Bieber hasn't thrown a major league pitch since the spring of 2024, but the award-winning righty still has some draft stock in him, it seems. The Chicago Cubs, though they're currently neck-and-neck with the Milwaukee Brewers for the lead in...
MLB trade deadline: Phillies land Jhoan Durán as contenders pay big for bullpen arms
The Guardian
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July 31, 2025
With the MLB trade deadline looming on Thursday, the Philadelphia Phillies made one of the biggest splashes by acquiring hard-throwing closer Jhoan Durán from the Minnesota Twins, while the New York Mets and Cincinnati Reds also bolstered their...
Cubs acquire pitcher Mike Soroka ahead of trade deadline, reports say
CBS 2 Chicago - Illinois
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By Dayn Perry Updated on: July 30, 2025 / 9:14 PM CDT / CBS Sports CBS News Live CBS Sports HQ Live The Chicago Cubs on Wednesday acquired veteran right-handed pitcher Mike Soroka in a trade with the Washington Nationals. ESPN's Jesse Rogers was...
Washington Nationals trade Michael Soroka to the Chicago Cubs for two of their top 15 prospects
Federal Baseball - Washington D.C.
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July 31, 2025
After a minor move this afternoon, Mike DeBartolo has swung a bigger trade tonight. He sent Michael Soroka to the Cubs for shortstop Ronny Cruz and outfielder Christian Franklin. The pair are the Cubs 13th and 14th ranked prospects. Can confirm...
Augustana College Receives $500,000 for Student Scholarships and Financial Aid
River Cities' Reader - Iowa
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July 31, 2025
ROCK ISLAND, ILLINOIS (July 30, 2025) — Hundreds of current and future Augustana students will benefit from a $500,000 gift from The Austin E Knowlton Foundation, designated specifically for scholarships and financial aid. The Knowlton...
Report: Phillies land star closer Jhoan Durán ahead of the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline
Metro Philadelphia - Pennsylvania
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July 30, 2025
Jul 28, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Jhoan Duran (59) throws to the Boston Red Sox in the ninth inning at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Kluckhohn-Imagn Images As the Philadelphia Phillies duked it out...
Cubs acquire former All-Star pitcher in trade
Yardbarker
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July 31, 2025
Rotation help is on the way for the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs have traded for veteran right-hander Mike Soroka of the Washington Nationals, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported on Wednesday. The package that Chicago sent back to Washington in...
Chinatown residents express concerns over proposed Chicago Fire stadium
NBC 5 Chicago - Illinois
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July 30, 2025
Residents in Chicago’s Chinatown neighborhood hosted a town hall Wednesday to learn more about the newly-proposed Chicago Fire FC stadium. The stadium will be built along the Chicago riverfront in a development known as “The 78,” and neighbors are...
Yankees make shocking roster decision after Austin Slater trade
Sporting News
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July 30, 2025
The New York Yankees made a trade to acquire Austin Slater on Wednesday. The corresponding move was the team optioning J.C. Escarra to Triple-A. Escarra could end up being traded in the next 24 hours. He has played in just 39 games this year, but...