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Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs

Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs

Brewers host Cubs after four-game split at Wrigley last week
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Warm, Wet Summer Fuels Mosquito Surge in Chicago Suburbs

Warm, Wet Summer Fuels Mosquito Surge in Chicago Suburbs

Residents in Chicago's south and southwest suburbs are reporting an increase in mosquito activity due to a summer marked by heavy rains and high temperatures. Experts attribute the surge to ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, which thrive in warm, wet environments with standing water. The two most common species in the area are those that carry the West Nile virus and the invasive Asian Tiger mosquito. The South Cook County Mosquito Abatement District has been actively spraying to control the mosquito population, focusing on hotspots like Orland Park, Chicago Ridge, and Harvey. The Illinois Department of Health has reported 13 confirmed cases of West Nile virus statewide, including one fatality as of September 1, 2026. (Source: Chicago Tribune, Source time: Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:12:43 GMT)
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White Sox 10, Twins 1: Mostly flightless birds on Peacock

White Sox 10, Twins 1: Mostly flightless birds on Peacock

In which the competitive portion of the season comes to an end
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2026 NL Central Power Rankings: Week 24

2026 NL Central Power Rankings: Week 24

For the first time in a long time, the entire NL Central turns in a better week than Milwaukee
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Nebraska Volleyball at Wrigley Field Game Thread

Nebraska Volleyball at Wrigley Field Game Thread

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Twins 6, White Sox 4: Y’all Come Back Now

Twins 6, White Sox 4: Y’all Come Back Now

The Twins may only have 68 wins on the year, but the ability to come back from deficits both early and late seems to have defined manager Derek Shelton’s early tenure with the team. Tonight, down 3-0 after the first inning, Minnesota put together a midgame rally to even the series one apiece, and deliver […]
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Illinois Quantum Microelectronics Park Faces Scrutiny Over $9 Billion Investment and Community Benefits

Illinois Quantum Microelectronics Park Faces Scrutiny Over $9 Billion Investment and Community Benefits

Illinois Quantum Microelectronics Park Faces Scrutiny Over $9 Billion Investment and Community Benefits
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No. 3 Kentucky Volleyball dominates No. 13 Penn State in 3-1 win at Wrigley Field

No. 3 Kentucky Volleyball dominates No. 13 Penn State in 3-1 win at Wrigley Field

No. 3 Kentucky defeats No. 13 Penn State, 3-1, as they improve to 5-1 on the season.
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13-Year-Old Critically Injured in Chicago Shooting by 9-Year-Old

13-Year-Old Critically Injured in Chicago Shooting by 9-Year-Old

A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot by a 9-year-old boy in a Chicago residence. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon around 4 p.m. in the Fuller Park neighborhood, specifically on the 5200 block of South Wells Street. According to police, the younger boy fired a handgun, striking the 13-year-old in the shoulder. Emergency services transported the injured boy to a local hospital, where he was initially listed in critical condition. Authorities have since recovered the handgun from the scene and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No further details have been released by the police at this time regarding the relationship between the two boys or how the handgun was obtained.
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Yankees Birthday of the Day: Al Orth

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Al Orth

“The Curveless Wonder” had one especially wonderful season in New York.
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Thieves Smash Slot Machines at Will County Travel Center in Brazen Burglary

Thieves Smash Slot Machines at Will County Travel Center in Brazen Burglary

A smash-and-grab burglary occurred at the Peotone Travel Center in Will County, Illinois, approximately 45 miles southwest of Chicago. The incident, captured on surveillance video, took place around 4:58 a.m. on Thursday. Five masked individuals entered the business and used hammers to repeatedly damage video gaming machines, stealing an undisclosed amount of cash. According to police, two suspects acted as lookouts at the entrance, and another positioned themselves near Wilmington-Peotone Road. The entire operation lasted less than three minutes, and no injuries were reported. The suspects fled the scene in a white Acura and a gray Acura, neither of which displayed license plates. Authorities are asking anyone who may have seen these vehicles in the area during the early morning hours to contact Peotone police.
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Joliet Police Officers Under Investigation for Alleged Misuse of Flock Safety Technology

Joliet Police Officers Under Investigation for Alleged Misuse of Flock Safety Technology

Two officers from the Joliet Police Department have been placed on administrative leave and are under investigation for the alleged misuse of Flock Safety technology. This development follows similar investigations in other Illinois municipalities and across the country regarding the use of license plate reader systems. The Joliet Police Department has referred the matter to the City of Joliet Inspector General for investigation, as well as to the Illinois State Police for an independent review. This action comes amidst growing scrutiny of Flock cameras, with the company's CEO having previously apologized for instances of data misuse by law enforcement. The Washington Post reported in early August about at least 46 instances where police officers were accused of misusing Flock's network, including for stalking individuals. Other Illinois police departments in West Chicago, Channahon, Berkeley, and Holiday Hills have also faced investigations for similar misuses, and the Village of Homer Glen recently suspe...