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Chicago man woke up in his home with rat ‘chewing on his face’ after complaining about infestation

Herivierto Hernandez says he has had to kill rodents due to an infestation at his Rogers Park neighborhood building - the owners say they are investing heavily on improvements

The Independent UK

Rapper Twista pleads guilty to not paying taxes and faces potential prison time

Chicago rapper Twista has pleaded guilty to willfully failing to pay income taxes

The Independent UK

Did Ed Sheeran Just Hint He's Singing at Taylor Swift's Wedding? Surprise Wedding Crash Fuels Fresh Speculation

Ed Sheeran and Martin Garrix surprised a couple by crashing their Chicago wedding, sparking speculation about Sheeran performing at Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.

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Heat wave alert, World Cup 2026 weather forecast: High temperatures, humidity alert for New York, Philadelphia, Washington, Baltimore, Chicago, Indianapolis, Detroit, Dallas, Little Rock, Arkansas, Memphis, Tennessee

Heat wave alert: Weather forecast predicts that temperatures will soar into the 90s and low 100 degrees Fahrenheit (mid to high 30s Celsius), the weather service said. High humidity will lead to heat indexes of 100 to 110 degrees F (40 C to 43 C), and as high as 115…

The Economic Times

Robert Lewandowski ‘Set to Join’ MLS, Could Debut Against Former Teammate

The Polish striker steps away from the European spotlight after an impressive spell with FC Barcelona.

Sports Illustrated

White Sox score 10 in third, thump Royals by 21 runs

The Chicago White Sox unleashed a historic 10-run third inning, powered by three-run homers from Miguel Vargas and Jacob Gonzalez, en route to a dominant 22-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. The offensive explosion saw multiple players deliver key hits, including Tristan Peters' grand slam and six RBIs. David…

The Economic Times

Frank Lloyd Wright House, Among Chicago’s Most Endangered Buildings, Bought By Nonprofit

A historic Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home on Chicago's West Side is set for a major restoration

The Independent UK

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The Bears Are Getting A Hallmark Movie, And Fans Keep Making The Same Snarky Plot Suggestion

Bear Down.

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Where is Lionel Richie Now? Fans Pray for Singer After Devastating Onstage Medical Emergency Forces Tour Halt

Lionel Richie postpones Chicago and Columbus shows after a dizzy spell in St Paul forces him offstage, leaving fans asking where he is now and sending waves of support online.

International Business Times UK

Pope Leo XIV receives World Series baseball from former White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski

Pope Leo XIV has received a special gift from former Chicago White Sox catcher A

The Independent UK

Missing Chicago couple found dead among bodies discovered near Mexico City

The couple had moved from Chicago to Mexico City together

The Independent UK

Social infrastructure during heatwave: 'Knock on the door makes the difference between life & death'

François Picard is pleased to welcome Eric Klinenberg, Professor of Sociology at NYU and Author of "Heat Wave: A Social Autopsy of Disaster in Chicago". He challenges one of the dominant assumptions surrounding extreme heat: that technological adaptation alone can protect societies from climate change. Drawing on his landmark study…

France 24

‘Is tipping 14% a crime now?’: Chicago food reviewer says he was called out for his tip on a $320 bill

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Despite deadly weekend Chicago crime numbers show major progress

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Trump bashes Chicago over surge in shootings and spars with Illinois Gov. Pritzker. So how dangerous is the Windy City?

IN FOCUS: Donald Trump has long targeted Chicago crime rate in his posts. But, just how bad is it in the Windy City? Bruce Golding digs into the data to find out

Medical Daily

CDC Confirms One Child Died in Chicago Migrant Shelter Group A Strep Outbreak with 166 Positive Cases

CDC's June 2026 EID report confirms one pediatric death and 166 GAS cases in a Chicago migrant shelter outbreak, highlighting congregate shelter infectious disease risks.

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Wheat Slipping on Tuesday Morning

Wheat is trading with Tuesday AM losses across the three markets. The wheat complex was under pressure across the three markets to kick off the Monday session. Chicago SRW contracts were 6 to 8 1/4 cents in the red at the close. Open interest was down 1,478 contracts. KC HRW...

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NFL Playoff Prediction Market Insights: Jags, Bears, Cowboys on Cusp

Kalshi is offering playoff prediction markets for the Jacksonville Jaguars, Chicago Bears, and Dallas Cowboys.

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The Independent UK

Pritzker rejects Trump’s call for federal help in Chicago crime crackdown

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Trump says he can ‘fix’ Chicago crime with DC-style crackdown after weekend of violence

President Donald Trump urges Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to request federal support to tackle urban crime but has been rebuffed so far and told to spend less time on social media

AAP

Heidrick & Struggles Strengthens Board with Appointment of AI and Talent Leaders Aseem Datar and Leanne Wood

CHICAGO, June 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Heidrick & Struggles today announced the appointments of Aseem Datar, Corporate Vice President, AI Platform and Quantum at Microsoft, and Leanne Wood, former Chief Human Resources Officer at Vodafone, to the firm's Board of Managers, the company's governing body. The appointments follow the recent…

Medical Daily

Illinois EPA Declares Air Pollution Action Day for Chicago Metro Area Affecting 9.4 Million Residents in Eight Counties

Illinois EPA declared an Air Pollution Action Day for Chicago's 8-county metro area, affecting 9.4 million residents. Ground-level ozone at Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels.

The Independent UK

Chicago violence surge sparks Trump demand for immediate federal takeover

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The Guardian - US

At least seven people killed in Chicago shootings as Trump renews military call

Mayor says ‘violence has no place in our city’ as president criticizes governor for not accepting national guard troops

The Independent UK

Trump takes aim at Chicago leaders after deadly weekend leaves city shaken

Police say a spate of shootings in Chicago has led to at least 38 injuries and seven deaths since Friday evening

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