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Before rushing to request antibiotics, Dr. Viotto recommends starting with over-the-counter antihistamines like Zyrtec, Allegra, or Claritin, or utilizing nasal sprays such as Flonase.
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Tax deadline on April 15, late applicants can file for extension

If you file an extension, it will not affect your tax return, but could affect how much you owe.

Illinois' Keaton Wagler (23) drives around UConn's Malachi Smith during the second half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game at the Final Four, Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
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Illinois freshman Keaton Wagler headed dejectedly to his bench, pulling his jersey over his face as teammates consoled him before he covered his head with a towel.

UConn's Jayden Ross (23) and Illinois' Ben Humrichous (3) battle for the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball tournament semifinal game at the Final Four, Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
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Death under investigation by Illinois State Police in Christian County

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Illinois throws out book on previous matchups with UConn and tries to flip the script in Final Four

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