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Syrian refugees welcomed to dinner in Evanston

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Saturday, November 21, 2015
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EVANSTON, Ill. (WLS) -- While Congress considers whether to accept more Syrian refugees, two families were welcomed Friday night at a Thanksgiving dinner in Evanston.

It's the first in a series of holiday dinners taking place across the country.

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