Lake Forest home fire linked to electric scooter charging | ChicagoLIVE
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A house fire in Lake Forest may have started from an electric scooter charging inside the home. Fire officials say lithium-ion batteries can pose risks if not used properly.  

Why squirrels are showing up in viral ‘vaping’ videos | ChicagoLIVE
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Videos circulating online appear to show squirrels interacting with vape deices, but experts say the animals are likely drawn to sweet flavoring. Urban Wildlife Institute’s Seth Magle explains the risks to wildlife. 

Gas prices surge to highest level in years, topping $4 | ChicagoLIVE
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The national average for a gallon of gas has reached its highest point since 2022. GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan breaks down the key factors behind the spike. 

Trump administration must suspend White House ballroom construction, judge orders

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to suspend its construction of a $400 million ballroom where it demolished the East Wing of the White House.

JD Vance tells conservative podcast he believes UFOs are demons

In an interview last week, Vice President J.D. Vance told a conservative podcaster that he believes UFOs are demons. 

What is hydrocodone? Tiger Woods found with pills after DUI crash

Golf star Tiger Woods was found with two white pills, later identified as the opioid hydrocodone. Here's what to know.

Chicago lands 3 James Beard Award finalist nominations
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Chicago’s restaurant scene secured three James Beard Award finalist spots as the city prepares to host the prestigious ceremony at the Lyric Opera House this June.

After losing his voice, local singer turns to AI – and a documentary | ChicagoNOW
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Eric Kinkel is using technology to communicate while working to sing again. His journey is chronicled in “In Search of His Lost Cords,” now streaming online. 

TSA pay restored as DHS funding fight drags on in Washington
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A new executive order restores pay for TSA workers, but with no deal on Homeland Security funding, lawmakers remain at odds while broader impacts ripple across federal agencies.