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AGP Executive Report

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Chicago Marathon Weekend: Warm weather is forecast for Sunday’s race, as tens of thousands of runners and spectators fill the city. Last year’s marathon brought nearly $756 million to the region, with more than three-quarters of runners coming from out of state. Visitor Disruption: Workers at six Chicago hotels are on strike during marathon weekend, seeking better pay and benefits as visitors arrive. Chicago Honors: Condé Nast Traveler again named Chicago the nation’s best big city, extending its run to 10 consecutive years. Getting Around: A new 5.2-mile MetroLink extension now connects the Metro East to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport, while state grants are supporting tourism projects and Route 66’s role as an Illinois attraction.

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Oct. 9, 2026

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Windy City Gridiron - Illinois |

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Windy City Gridiron - Illinois

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Owned By	Jay Penske through Penske Media Corporation & PMX Global, LLC & SB Nation
Year Founded	2005
Website	www.windycitygridiron.com
Domain Registration Year	2005
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, District of Columbia, Washington, D.C.
Owner Country	United States

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Illinois Extension’s virtual gardening classes feature landscaping, preserving herbs, and other topics

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Shaw Local - Illinois

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Owned By	Shaw Family through Shaw Media
Year Founded	1851
Website	https://www.shawlocal.com/
Domain Registration Year	2017
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Illinois, Crystal Lake
Owner Country	United States

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The Rundown: Legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka dies

WBEZ - Illinois |

Owner: Chicago Public Media & National Public Radio (NPR) Member Network info about owner

WBEZ - Illinois

Public Broadcaster

Owned By	Chicago Public Media (Non-profit); National Public Radio (NPR) Network affiliate
Year Founded	1943
Website	https://www.wbez.org/
Domain Registration Year	1995
Access Type	open
Publication Location	United States, Illinois, Chicago
Owner Country	United States

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Column: Nothing left to say for the Chicago White Sox as they approached a win-or-go-home Game 5 in Cleveland

Chicago Tribune - Illinois |

Owner: Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman info about owner

Chicago Tribune

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Owned By	Randall D. Smith & Heath Freeman through Alden Global Capital & Tribune Publishing
Year Founded	1847
Website	www.chicagotribune.com
Domain Registration Year	1998
Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	United States, Illinois, Chicago
Owner Country	United States

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What do Balloon Fiesta tourists think of Albuquerque?

Albuquerque Journal - New Mexico |

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Albuquerque Journal - New Mexico

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Owned By	William P Lang through Albuquerque Publishing Company
Year Founded	1880
Website	www.abqjournal.com
Domain Registration Year	1996
Access Type	paid
Publication Location	United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
Owner Country	United States

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TSA Bag Seizure At Las Vegas Airport Leads To Potential 10-Year Sentence For American Traveler

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Owner: Sam Youseff info about owner

The Travel

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Owned By	Sam Youseff through Valsef Group & Valnet Inc.
Year Founded	2018
Website	https://www.thetravel.com/
Domain Registration Year	2003
Access Type	open
Publication Location	Canada, St. Lauren
Owner Country	Canada

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5 hours ago

When it comes to US train travel, this station is the jewel in the crown

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The Age

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Owned By	Nine Entertainment (Mike Sneesby, CEO)
Year Founded	1854
Website	www.theage.com.au
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Access Type	hybrid
Publication Location	Australia, Melbourne
Owner Country	Australia

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Flagstaff brothers Adrian, Nadeel Wildschutt run Chicago Marathon together

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Arizona Daily Sun

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Owned By	Wick Family through Wick Communications
Year Founded	1883
Website	azdailysun.com
Domain Registration Year	1998
Access Type	paid
Publication Location	United States, Arizona, Flagstaff
Owner Country	United States

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