Recent story clusters including WGN News
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#1Communityscore 562h ago
Mass Casualty Event at West Virginia Ball Park Sends Multiple to Hospital
A mass casualty event occurred at Kendrick Family Ball Park in Morgantown, West Virginia, on Saturday afternoon. Multiple individuals were transported to the hospital following the incident, as reported by 911 officials.
#2Politicsscore 562h ago
Trump Criticizes Obama Center, Invited for Tour
Former President Donald Trump has been invited to tour the Obama Center after publicly criticizing it as a 'disaster.' His comments have sparked significant reactions from the local community.
#3Healthscore 562h ago
Breast Cancer Concerns Prompt Testing at Massachusetts High School
A breast cancer outbreak at a Massachusetts high school has led officials to urge community testing and avoid speculation. Classes continue as the situation develops.
#4Otherscore 502h ago
Pence says violent Jan. 6 rioters pardoned by Trump ‘should never get a dime’
Pence has been publicly critical of efforts to “rewrite” the history of what happened at the Capitol riot.
#5Businessscore 564h ago
Evaluating Job Buyouts: Is It Worth the Risk?
Many companies are offering buyouts to employees, including financial incentives like salary, stock vesting, and health insurance. Employees must weigh the benefits against the uncertainties of leaving their jobs.
#6Communityscore 574h ago
Veteran Hosts Event to Honor Domestic Violence Survivors in Chicago
Army veteran Cassandra Taylor is organizing an event to honor survivors of domestic violence through her nonprofit, Top Flight Defense Inc. The event aims to support women veterans and promote health and wellness.
#7Sportsscore 304h ago
Iran's soccer team leaves for World Cup as some officials still await US visas
ANTALYA, Turkey (AP) — Iran’s World Cup soccer team set off from Turkey for their training base in Mexico on Saturday, with some members of their entourage reportedly still without U.S. visas, before three group matches in the United States later this month. The Iranian Football Federation's secreta
#8Otherscore 517h ago
Is your name Ryan? You're needed for an unofficial world record attempt in Minnesota
The Ryans are at it again.
#9Businessscore 587h ago
Brookfield Shops at Progress Park: A New Retail Incubator for Local Entrepreneurs
Brookfield Shops at Progress Park is a new retail incubator aimed at supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs. This initiative allows them to test their products in a physical store environment before committing to a permanent location.
#10Communityscore 547h ago
Gardening Tips: Preventing Tick Bites and Caring for Clematis
WGN's 'Plant Daddy' Tim Joyce shares essential gardening tips for the weekend, focusing on preventing tick bites and addressing yellowing clematis plants. Viewers are encouraged to reach out with their gardening questions.
#11Communityscore 547h ago
Meet Rolly: This Week's Adorable PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week
Rolly, a four-month-old female pup, is this week's PAWS Chicago Pet of the Week. Energetic and well-mannered, she is looking for a loving home where she can thrive.
#12Developmentscore 587h ago
Petition Against Nashville Data Center Near Zoo Gains Over 160K Signatures
A proposed data center near the Nashville Zoo has sparked significant opposition, with over 160,000 residents signing a petition against it. Local officials, including the mayor, are weighing the implications of this development for the community.
#13Otherscore 487h ago
Why a pause on printing $2 bills appears underway in the US
Your collection will, most likely, be skipping a year.
#14Otherscore 519h ago
Mortgage rates are staying high – and the Fed can do very little about it
U.S. homebuyers can’t get a break.
#15Otherscore 519h ago
A Holocaust survivor’s advice for Americans today
“The Holocaust does not define me,” survivor Sami Steigman said.
#16Healthscore 589h ago
TrumpRx Expands to Include 160 More Prescription Drugs
President Trump has announced the addition of over 160 prescription medications to the TrumpRx platform, bringing the total to over 800 drugs available at discounted prices. This marks the second expansion of the initiative in recent months.
#17Crime & Safetyscore 579h ago
Large Police Presence in Carpentersville Causes Traffic Disruption
A significant police presence was reported at the intersection of Route 25 and Kings Road in Carpentersville on Saturday morning. Authorities advised the public to avoid the area, which reopened by 8:30 a.m. Details regarding the reason for the police activity have not been disclosed.
#18Politicsscore 559h ago
FBI Fires Analysts Linked to Controversial Catholic Extremism Memo
The FBI has terminated several analysts involved in the creation of a memo that identified potential threats from Catholic 'violent extremists.' This decision marks a significant move under the leadership of Director Kash Patel.
#19Crime & Safetyscore 609h ago
Crete Man Charged with Sexual Assault of Child in Portage Park
Darren Powell, a 19-year-old from Crete, faces felony charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a child in a bathroom at a Northwest Side business. The incident reportedly occurred last week, prompting police action.
#20Otherscore 5322h ago
Clearwater Police Conclude Investigation into Hulk Hogan's Death
The Clearwater Police Department has finalized its investigation into the death of WWE icon Hulk Hogan. The announcement was made on Friday, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his passing.
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