The Algonquin Area Public Library’s Eastgate Branch has reopened after being closed for five months during a $6 million renovation.
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News and events around the area
Sam Moore, who sang ‘Soul Man’ in Sam & Dave duo, dies at 89 because of surgery complications
Sam Moore, the surviving half and higher voice of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave that was known for such definitive hits of the era as “Soul Man” and “Hold On, I’m Comin,’” has died. He was 89.
Pope Francis baptizes 21 babies in annual ceremony at the Sistine Chapel
Pope Francis baptized 21 babies in the Sistine Chapel on Sunday under the ceiling frescoed by Michelangelo, in what has become an annual tradition that marks the end of the Christmas holiday period at the Vatican.
Canada’s former leader Jean Chrétien has blunt advice for Trump: ‘Give your head a shake!’
President-elect Donald Trump’s remarks that Canada should become the 51st state drew condemnation and a patriotic outburst from former Canadian prime minister Jean Chrétien.
Los Angeles wildfires death toll rises as crews fight heavy winds to save homes and landmarks
The death toll from the wildfires ravaging the Los Angeles area rose to 16 as crews battled to cut off the spreading blazes before potentially strong winds return that could push the flames toward some of the city’s most famous landmarks.
As Biden joins the former presidents club, here are some ideas for his retirement to-do list
President Joe Biden is about to have a lot more free time. He need look no further than past presidents for ideas on what to put on his retirement to-do list.
Trump’s Cabinet picks are set for Senate hearings. Here’s the schedule
Senate hearings are scheduled this coming week for several of Donald Trump’s picks for the Cabinet.
Clear skies and clear minds: Los Angeles Rams regroup in Arizona to prepare for NFC playoff game
The Los Angeles Rams are in Arizona preparing for Monday’s NFL playoff game against the Minnesota Vikings at the practice facility of their division rival, the Arizona Cardinals.
‘You need to go into these searches wide open’: Assessing the Chicago Bears’ hunt for their next coach
To the Chicago Bears, their North Pole-like scroll of head coach interviewees may feel like a way to be comprehensive. But to some around the NFL, it feels excessive and unfocused.