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Jan 11 2026SPORTS

Parsons' Take on All-Pro Selections and His Stellar Season

Micah Parsons, the standout edge-rusher for the Green Bay Packers, has once again made it to the NFL's All-Pro team. This is his fourth time being recognized, even though he missed a few games due to an ACL injury. Some people argue that the "all-purpose" position on the All-Pro ballot isn't necessa

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Jan 11 2026SPORTS

Ayo Dosunmu's Big Decision: Stay or Go?

Ayo Dosunmu, a star guard for the Chicago Bulls, is in the spotlight as the NBA trade deadline approaches. With big trades happening around the league, like Luka Doncic moving to the Lakers and Trae Young joining the Wizards, everyone is talking about potential deals. Dosunmu, however, says he isn't

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Jan 11 2026POLITICS

Week In Review: Big Changes And Big Questions

This week, the world saw some major shifts in power and policy. In Venezuela, the U. S. took decisive action. They removed President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, from office. The couple now faces serious drug trafficking charges in the U. S. The White House is also pushing for American

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Jan 10 2026EDUCATION

Chicago's New Education Group: A Fresh Look at School Challenges

Chicago is home to many schools, but they face big problems. Money is tight, and some schools have too few students. There are also privately-run schools, called charter schools, that are having a hard time. These issues are hot topics at school board meetings. The board is changing, with more membe

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Jan 10 2026SPORTS

Chilly Showdown: Packers and Bears Face Off in Wintery Chicago

The stage is set for a classic clash between the Packers and Bears, but Mother Nature is throwing in a challenge. On Saturday night, Soldier Field will be a frosty battleground, with snow flurries and wind gusts up to 30 mph expected at kickoff. The temperature will hover around 32 degrees, but the

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

Chicago's Financial Future: Layoffs Loom as CFO Exits

Chicago is in a bit of a pickle. The city's top money manager is leaving, and the mayor is talking about possible job cuts. This is all happening after a recent budget showdown. The mayor, Brandon Johnson, is trying to stay positive about finding a new finance chief, but he's also warning that layof

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Jan 08 2026SPORTS

Josh Jacobs: Can the Packers' Star Runner Shake Off Injuries for a Playoff Showdown?

Josh Jacobs, the Green Bay Packers' standout running back, is finally feeling like himself again. After struggling with a knee injury for nearly two months, Jacobs is optimistic about his performance in the upcoming NFC Wild Card game against the Chicago Bears. The Packers are hoping that a healthy

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Jan 08 2026CRIME

Chicago Shooting Mystery: A Suspect, But No Clear Answers

In Chicago, a man named Hector Gomez is in hot water, but not for the reason you might think. He's facing new federal charges, but not for the shooting that first got him in trouble. Instead, he's accused of having a gun, which is a no-no for him because he's an undocumented immigrant with a felony

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Jan 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Venture: Barinholtz and Belushi Team Up for Fun Shows

Jon Barinholtz and Rob Belushi have started a new production company called Inner Drive Entertainment. This company is part of Studio Lambert, which is known for shows like The Traitors and Squid Game: The Challenge. Barinholtz and Belushi are actors who have also created game shows. They recently m

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Chicago's Crime Drop: What's Really Behind the Numbers?

Chicago is seeing fewer murders than it has in over half a century. In 2024, there were 587 murders, but last year that number dropped to 416. That's a big drop, nearly 30%. It's the lowest number since 1965. Other crimes like shootings, robberies, and assaults also went down. Shootings dropped by 3

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