NATO allies react to Trump’s sudden reversal on Poland troop deployment
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NATO leaders welcomed President Trump’s decision to send more U.S. troops to Poland, but some allies said the abrupt policy shift created confusion and highlighted concerns about communication within the alliance.

Indiana sheriff's deputy shot in hospital emergency room
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An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot and a suspect was taken into custody Friday morning at Fransciscan Hospital in northwest Indiana.

Kyle Busch passed out in racing simulator before going to hospital: Report

NASCAR fans are mourning the shocking death of Kyle Busch at 41 as new details emerge about the racing legend’s final hours before his death.

West Nile virus detected in suburban Chicago mosquitoes

Mosquitoes in Will County have tested positive for West Nile virus, health officials announced Friday.

Pentagon releases second set of videos as part of Trump's UFO transparency directive
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The Pentagon on May 22 released a second batch of videos on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) sightings as part of President Donald Trump’s directive aimed at increasing government transparency around reported UFO sightings. The videos include audio of a medical debriefing of the Apollo 12 mission astronaut crew, Commander Charles “Pete” Conrad, Command Module Pilot Richard “Dick” F. Gordon, and Lunar Module Pilot Alan L. Bean. In the audio, the three describe seeing instances of light flashes or “streaks of lights” which they say occurred in the dark as they tried to sleep. Another video released shows a United States Air Force National Guard shooting down a UAP over Lake Huron on February 12, 2023 and UFOs in formation over the Persian Gulf recorded in October 2019.

Target's huge upgrade: New plastic carts & $5 Billion store remodels | ChicagoNOW
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Target is officially rolling out a massive upgrade to your shopping experience! 🎯 From eco-friendly new carts to a $5 billion store makeover, here is everything changing at your local Target. Expect to see expanded grocery and frozen sections, easier-to-navigate layouts, upgraded Drive Up/Order Pickup areas, and modern touches like LED lighting, nursing spaces, and eco-friendly HVAC systems.

Starbucks is selling a weighted vest | ChicagoNOW
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Starbucks is officially entering the fitness world with a surprise new drop: a limited-edition 5-pound weighted vest! Created in partnership with fashion and lifestyle icon Kahlana Barfield Brown (KBB by Kahlana), this sleek vest is designed to celebrate the launch of Starbucks’ brand-new ready-to-drink Coffee & Protein beverage (packing a massive 22g of protein!).  👉 Missed the drop? You can still win one! Starbucks has teamed up with Strava for a fitness challenge. Walk or run for 22 minutes a day for 10 days, and you'll be entered to win a vest of your own.

Spotify launches new perk for artists' biggest fans | ChicagoNOW
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Spotify is changing the game for concert-goers! In this video, we break down Spotify's brand-new "Reserved" program—a feature designed to help the biggest fans score concert tickets without the usual stress, bots, or frantic presale code hunts. Jake Hamilton and Gabriella Premus talk everything you need to know about how it works, who is eligible, and how you can get selected.

Lollapalloza awards $1.7M to Chicago Public Schools arts education | ChicagoNOW
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Lollapalooza has awarded Chicago Public Schools (CPS) a historic $1.7 million grant to massively expand arts education programming across the city. This historic donation marks one of the largest financial awards CPS has ever received dedicated entirely to arts and music education. Cesar Torruella, the Executive Director of Arts Education at CPS, joins to share more about this partnership.

NEW DETAILS: Indiana sheriff's deputy shot in ER at Franciscan Hospital; suspect in custody
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An Indiana sheriff's deputy was shot Friday morning inside the emergency room at Franciscan Health Michigan City in northwest Indiana. Authorities said the deputy was hospitalized in critical but stable condition, and a suspect was later arrested in nearby woods.

Man accused of shooting at Chicago police officers faces attempted murder charges

A man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted first-degree murder, after authorities say he fired shots at two Chicago police officers and a woman during a confrontation Monday night.

Scam caller steals nearly $1.1M from City of Aurora payroll accounts: officials

A social engineering scam led to nearly $1.1 million in fraudulent transfers from the City of Aurora’s payroll bank accounts, prompting an investigation, officials said.

Pentagon releases new batch of declassified UFO files

The Pentagon on May 22 released a second set of declassified files on what NASA calls Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), commonly referred to as unidentified flying objects (UFOs). 

Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery prepares for Memorial Day ceremony honoring fallen service members
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An official with Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery discusses preparations for Memorial Day events in Elwood, Illinois, including volunteer efforts and ways the public can honor fallen military members.