Chicago Bears' Shocking Comeback and Beyond
Chicago, USASun Jan 18 2026
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The Chicago Bears have become the talk of the town after their jaw-dropping comeback against the Packers. Down 21-3 at halftime, they managed to score 25 points in the final quarter, securing a 31-27 victory. This win has not only ended the Packers' season but also set the stage for the Bears' next challenge: hosting the Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field this Sunday at 5:30 p. m. The weather might play a role, with the Chicago cold potentially affecting Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford's performance. The Bears' success has also sparked a heated debate about their future home. Franchise officials and NFL leaders are touring potential stadium sites, while Arlington Heights pushes for legislation to enhance their stadium proposal. Indiana's Governor Mike Braun is also making efforts to lure the Bears to his state.
Meanwhile, political tensions are rising. President Trump has threatened to use the Insurrection Act to suppress protests in Minneapolis following the shooting death of Renee Good. Local officials have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, criticizing Border Patrol and ICE as "occupiers. " Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faces scrutiny over her agency's immigration enforcement tactics, with some House Democrats calling for her impeachment.
Trump's ambitious plans extend to Greenland, where he advocates for a complete U. S. takeover. After meetings with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Danish officials expressed a "fundamental disagreement" with Trump's vision. European troops were deployed to Greenland in response, and Trump threatened tariffs against countries that do not support U. S. control.
In other news, the Trump administration has reversed a plan to withdraw millions of dollars in grants for mental health and substance use disorder services from Illinois. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced that the city's plan to legalize video gambling is still being finalized. Additionally, Illinois residents convicted of nonviolent offenses will have their state criminal records automatically sealed under a new law signed by Governor JB Pritzker.
The Golden Globes took place this past Sunday, with Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" winning big. The film won awards for best film, comedy, best supporting female actor, best director, and best screenplay.
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