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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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Departing Kane County Board member to run for Campton Hills mayor
Monday was the last day for candidates to file nominating papers for the upcoming municipal elections in Aurora, Elgin, Campton Hills, Elburn and North Aurora. One of those candidates is Kane County Board member Barb Wojnicki, who is looking to become village president of Campton Hills. Her county board term ends this week. Here is […]
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