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One 24-Hour Story Powered The Man from Home Across American Theaters

One 24-Hour Story Powered The Man from Home Across American Theaters

The stage production of "The Man from Home," a comedy penned by Booth Tarkington and Harry Leon Wilson, embarked on a notable journey through Ameri...
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George McCaskey to discuss Bears stadium plans on NFL preseason broadcast

George McCaskey to discuss Bears stadium plans on NFL preseason broadcast

Chicago Bears owner George McCaskey is scheduled to join a preseason broadcast to give the latest update on the Bears' stadium situation.
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Severe Storms Cause Deaths and Widespread Damage in Midwest

Severe Storms Cause Deaths and Widespread Damage in Midwest

Severe storms have swept through the Midwest, causing significant damage and power outages across several states. The storms, which included tornadoes and heavy rains, have left hundreds of thousands without electricity. In Indiana, a four-year-old boy was tragically killed when a tree fell on his home. In Ohio, a resident died during a health emergency when first responders were unable to reach them due to flooded roads. The storms have also caused infrastructure damage, with reports of a house explosion in Portage, Indiana, potentially linked to the severe weather. Lightning strikes have injured 16 inmates at a prison complex in Ohio, with four still hospitalized. The National Weather Service has confirmed three tornadoes south of Chicago, and flood warnings are in effect from Illinois to Indiana, with flash flood watches extending to parts of Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, and Tennessee.
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Cleanup Underway in Tinley Park After EF-1 Tornado

Cleanup Underway in Tinley Park After EF-1 Tornado

Residents in Tinley Park, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, are recovering from the aftermath of an EF-1 tornado that struck the area on Tuesday. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado's path began west of Tinley Park and extended eastward to Munster, Indiana. The storm caused widespread damage, including downed trees, power lines, and debris. One of the hardest-hit areas was near 183rd Street and Oak Park Avenue. Local businesses, such as Excel Windows, reported intense conditions but avoided structural damage. Restoration crews are working to repair roofs and clear debris, with some materials found up to 100 yards from their original locations. The Village of Tinley Park estimates that at least 1,200 homes sustained damage from this tornado and a previous storm two weeks ago. [Source time: 2026-08-12T19:26:44+00:00]
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EF-1 Tornado Causes Widespread Damage in Homewood and Flossmoor

EF-1 Tornado Causes Widespread Damage in Homewood and Flossmoor

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago confirmed that a storm system on August 11, 2026, produced five tornadoes across the region, including an EF-1 tornado that caused significant damage in Homewood and Flossmoor. This tornado originated in Orland Park and traveled through several areas, including Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Homewood, Glenwood, Lansing, and Munster, Indiana, before dissipating. The tornado spanned 22 miles with a width of 300 yards. Other tornadoes included an EF-2 storm with peak winds of 115 mph from Monee to St. John, Indiana, and additional EF-1 and EF-0 tornadoes in Wilmington, Mokena, Tinley Park, and Oswego. The storm also brought straight-line winds nearing 100 mph, causing widespread power outages across southern Cook County, eastern Will County, and parts of Indiana. As of August 12, thousands of customers remained without power, with utility crews working to restore services.
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Chicago Bears looking at 2 sites for stadium in Indiana and could end up using both

Chicago Bears looking at 2 sites for stadium in Indiana and could end up using both

The Chicago Bears have at least one viable site for a new stadium in northwest Indiana and they are examining a second location as they move closer to finalizing a place for their new home
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Flood Watch in Effect for Southern Suburbs and Northwest Indiana

Flood Watch in Effect for Southern Suburbs and Northwest Indiana

A Flood Watch has been issued for areas in the southern suburbs of Chicago and northwest Indiana, effective until Friday at 10 a.m. This advisory comes after severe weather, including tornadoes, impacted the region earlier this week. Heavy rainfall is expected to develop Thursday afternoon and evening, potentially exacerbating already challenging conditions. Counties under the Flood Watch include DeKalb, LaSalle, Kendall, Grundy, Kankakee, and Will in Illinois, as well as Jasper, Newton, and Benton in Indiana. Additionally, a Dense Fog Advisory was issued for several counties in Illinois and Indiana until 9 a.m. Thursday morning. Illinois State University reported weather-related damage and widespread power outages on its Bloomington-Normal campus. The White Sox vs. Cincinnati Reds game was rescheduled to 12:10 p.m. Thursday due to the forecast. (Source: ABC7 Chicago)
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Flood Watch in Effect for Chicago Suburbs and NW Indiana Amid Heavy Rain

Flood Watch in Effect for Chicago Suburbs and NW Indiana Amid Heavy Rain

A Flood Watch has been issued for parts of the Chicago area and northwest Indiana, effective until Friday at 10 a.m. (Source time: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:14:29 GMT). This advisory follows a week of severe weather, including six confirmed tornadoes earlier in the week. Heavy rain is expected to develop Thursday afternoon and evening, potentially exacerbating already saturated conditions in affected areas. Counties under the Flood Watch include DeKalb, Will, Grundy, Kankakee, LaSalle, Jasper, and Newton, among others. The National Weather Service has confirmed tornadoes ranging from EF0 to EF2 in strength, with significant damage reported in several locations.
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Severe Thunderstorms Cause Widespread Damage Across Midwest

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Widespread Damage Across Midwest

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Tuesday and Wednesday, causing significant damage and power outages. On Tuesday, storms targeted cities like Chicago, Indianapolis, and Cincinnati, with wind gusts reaching up to 97 mph in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Baseball-sized hail, measuring 2.75–3 inches in diameter, struck northern Indiana, while tornadoes, including an EF-2 near Frankfort, Illinois, were reported. Over one million people across Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky were left without power. A stationary front combined with a warm, humid air mass created conditions for these storms, which continued into Wednesday with heavy rainfall and flooding exacerbating the situation in the Ohio Valley. The possibility of the storm system being classified as a derecho is under review.
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EF-1 Tornado Hits Homewood and Flossmoor Amid Severe Storms

EF-1 Tornado Hits Homewood and Flossmoor Amid Severe Storms

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago confirmed that five tornadoes, including an EF-1, struck the region during a severe storm system on August 11, 2026. The EF-1 tornado traveled 22 miles from Orland Park, Illinois, through Country Club Hills, Flossmoor, Homewood, Glenwood, Lansing, and Munster, Indiana, before dissipating. The storm system also produced straight-line winds nearing 100 mph, causing widespread damage and power outages. As of August 12, 2026, 96% of Flossmoor and 70% of Homewood were without power. Utility crews are working to restore electricity, but challenges remain. Source time: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:10:02 GMT.
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Severe Storms Expected in Chicago Area Through Saturday with Heavy Rain, Hail, and 60 mph Winds

Severe Storms Expected in Chicago Area Through Saturday with Heavy Rain, Hail, and 60 mph Winds

The Chicago area is bracing for three consecutive days of severe weather, with thunderstorms expected Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. According to NBC 5 Storm Team Meteorologist Pete Sack, a line of storms moving from Iowa into Illinois could bring heavy rain, gusty winds up to 60 mph, hail, and isolated tornadoes. A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Kankakee and Iroquois counties in Illinois, as well as Newton and Jasper counties in Indiana, until 7 p.m. Thursday. A dense fog advisory and flood watches are also in place for parts of the region. The heaviest rainfall is anticipated in southern communities, with some areas potentially receiving over three inches of rain by Friday evening. The Storm Prediction Center has categorized the risk as 'slight' to 'marginal' for different parts of the region.
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Important quirks, dates, and games in the Knicks’ 2026-27 schedule

Important quirks, dates, and games in the Knicks’ 2026-27 schedule

Everything you need to know about the defending champion’s 2026-27 schedule.