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  • Why rare European Goldfinches suddenly thrilled birders in Oak Brook

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Today's riddle: I’m trying to think of a new cloud joke. 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Sunday: Occasional rain, with a high of 56 and low of 17 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
  • Monday: Windy with a little snow, temps: high: 25, low: 11.
  • Tuesday: Turning cloudy, with a high of 30 and low of 24 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The ‘best birds' of 2025: Snowy Owl, Mountain Bluebird and more arrived this year (dailyherald.com) — Birders in Oak Brook enjoyed rare views of European Goldfinches this November, part of a standout year for unusual bird sightings across Chicagoland. The column recaps 2025’s most exciting regional birds, conservation challenges, and policy shifts affecting bird protection, while highlighting local hotspots, notable hawk watches, and growing efforts to make buildings and communities safer for migratory species.
   

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