DOJ: Former NFL player sentenced to 16 years for defrauding $200 million from Medicare and VA

A former NFL player who was a member of the Seattle Seahawks and Green Bay Packers has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for a years long scheme that bilked Medicare and the Department of Veterans Affairs out of $200 million. 

Why Sam Roush is key to the Bears offense, could QB Miller Moss replace Case Keenum? | The Offseason
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In Episode 12 of The Offseason, Cassie Carlson and Anthony Herron preview Bears Rookie Minicamp. Anthony talks about what the experience is like for rookies to take the field for the first time. Also, Big Ant has a video breakdown...highlighting Sam Roush's receiving & blocking impact and why the rookie TE will be key to the Bears offensive success. Plus, which UDFA has the best chance of standing out this weekend and is there a chance QB invite Miller Moss replaces Case Keenum? 

Brain-eating amoeba found in National Parks: How to stay safe | ChicagoLIVE
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A new 7-year study has revealed that the rare but deadly "brain-eating amoeba" (Naegleria fowleri) is more present in Western National Parks than previously thought.

Chicago suburb expands cash handouts as race-based reparations program faces major legal battle

As cities across the U.S. continue to experiment with direct cash transfers, a prominent Chicago suburb is extending its guaranteed income program while simultaneously defending a first-of-its-kind reparations initiative that pays Black residents $25,000.

Update on 1,500 beagles saved from Wisconsin testing facility | ChicagoLIVE
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A massive rescue operation saved 1,500 beagles from Ridgeland Farms in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin. Wayne Pacelle, President of the Center for a Humane Economy, joins us from the U.S. Capitol to discuss the rescue and the urgent need for national policy change.

Pentagon releases UFO files: Here's what they contain
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The Pentagon started releasing UFO files on Friday morning, but it may lead to more questions than answers. Mike Zevin, an astrophysicist at Adler Planetarium, joins us.

Search for missing girl Kianna Galvin in South Elgin turns up no remains
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Authorities in South Elgin said a forensic excavation conducted Thursday in connection to the 2016 disappearance of Kianna Galvin did not uncover any human remains or new leads.

Most popular baby names in US revealed: See the list

America’s top baby names for 2025 are out — with familiar favorites holding strong and a surprising newcomer breaking into the top 10.

Indiana man gets 117 years for murder, attempted murder in June 2023 shooting

An Indiana man has been sentenced to 117 years in prison following his convictions for murder and attempted murder in a June 2023 shooting in Merrillville.

$1M Illinois Lottery winner in Chicago still hasn't claimed their prize

A winning Illinois Lottery ticket worth $1 million was sold in a Chicago neighborhood and the winner has yet to come forward to claim their prize.

Rosalie Winter: Missing Countryside woman has been found

A 69-year-old woman who was reported missing in suburban Chicago early Friday and prompted an Endangered Missing Person Alert has been found. 

Virginia Supreme Court strikes down Democrats' redistricting plan

The Virginia Supreme Court on Friday struck down a voter‑approved Democratic congressional redistricting plan, delivering a major setback to the party in a nationwide fight with Republicans for an edge in this year’s midterm elections.

Chicago teen arrested in multi-month crime spree involving armed robberies

A 16-year-old boy has been charged in a series of crimes across Chicago's North and Northwest Sides, including armed robberies and a carjacking.

Iran latest: US forces disable two Iranian vessels violating blockade

U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released video Friday of U.S. forces disabling two Iranian-flagged unladen oil tankers attempting to pull into an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman in violation of the ongoing U.S. blockade.

Bald eaglets hatch in Chicago for first time in over 100 years
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A rare sight in Chicago! Bald eaglets have hatched in the city for the first time in more than a century. The Chicago Park District says habitat restoration helped bring them back, and residents are being asked to keep their distance to protect the nest. Video Credit: Dustin Weidner via Storyful