A year after CP/KC merger approved, mayors see train uptick and brace for more
One year into a hotly contested railroad merger, suburban leaders report lengthy and more frequent freight trains, and they’re preparing for a future deluge. The U.S. Surface Transportation Board approved Canadian Pacific’s $31 billion acquisition of Kansas City Southern on March 15, 2023, creating the first rail system stretching from Canada to Mexico. “I don’t […]
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Group rallies in Naperville urging city leaders to support Gaza cease-fire resolution | #citycouncil
More than 100 people gathered Saturday in Naperville for a rally to demand the Naperville city council pass a cease-fire resolution at its next meeting. Brian Hill/bhill@dailyherald.com A group of more than 100 people marched Saturday in downtown Naperville to keep pressure on the city council to adopt a resolution calling for a cease-fire […]
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Aurora’s mayor leads effort in granting holiday cheer to active military
Gifts from Home: Aurora arranging special suprises for troops The city of Aurora is arranging special surprises for the troops this holiday season. AURORA, Ill. – The city of Aurora is arranging special surprises for the troops this holiday season. The annual “Gifts from Home” program provides active military from Aurora with a holiday package […]
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Aurora City Council approves moving downtown casino to new site | #citycouncil
City Council approves Aurora Hollywood Casino move Aurora’s Hollywood Casino is getting a new address. AURORA, Ill. – Aurora’s Hollywood Casino is getting a new address. The City Council unanimously voted in favor of moving the venue from downtown Aurora to a site near Interstate 88, across from Aurora’s outlet mall. The relocation plan also […]
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Aurora City Council to consider relocation of Hollywood Casino | #citycouncil
Aurora City Council to consider Hollywood casino relocation The full Aurora City Council will consider the relocation of the Hollywood Casino Tuesday. AURORA, Ill. – The full Aurora City Council will consider the relocation of the Hollywood Casino. The proposal is to move the casino from downtown on the Fox River to a spot closer […]
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