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  • Pedestrian struck by train closes key Wheaton Metra crossing

Also on today's calendar: Behind the Ballot: Election and Voter Data Security and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Monday: Very warm, with a high of 85 and low of 67 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Very warm, temps: high: 81, low: 64.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, with a high of 69 and low of 55 degrees.

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• Pedestrian Hit By Train Near Wheaton (patch.com) — A pedestrian was struck by a train Sunday morning near the Metra crossing at Main and Liberty in Wheaton, prompting a closure of the crossing that continued late into the morning. Wheaton residents are advised the situation is still unfolding, with police yet to release further details. Readers are encouraged to watch for updates as more information becomes available.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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