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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 8h

Castoff Bears kicker Jake Moody's game-winner ends a 'pretty cool series of events'

Castoff Bears kicker Jake Moody's game-winner ends a 'pretty cool series of events'

He made a 38-yarder to beat the Commanders.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 9h

Halas Intrigue Bears podcast: Taking command of the situation

Halas Intrigue podcast: Commanding the situation

The Bears had yet another weird game at Northwest Stadium in suburban Washington, D.C.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 9h

QB Caleb Williams says Bears proved something to themselves with 'extremely fun' win over Commanders

QB Caleb Williams says Bears proved something to themselves with 'extremely fun' win over Commanders

After losing to Jayden Daniels last season, Caleb Williams got the better of their matchup Monday.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 9h

Horoscope for Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Horoscope for Tuesday, October 14, 2025

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 10h

Bears WR DJ Moore staying in Washington, D.C., area as precaution

Bears WR DJ Moore staying in Washington, D.C., area as precaution

He was not scheduled to fly home with the rest of the team.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 10h

Blackhawks get cosmic justice, top Mammoth for first win of season

Blackhawks get cosmic justice, top Mammoth for first win of season

The Hawks put forth their least inspiring effort Monday out of their first four games, but it translated into a long-awaited 3-1 victory anyway.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 10h

'It’s who I really thought he was going to be': RB D'Andre Swift crucial to Bears' 25-24 win over Commanders

'It’s who I really thought he was going to be': RB D'Andre Swift crucial to Bears' 25-24 win over Commanders

Swift played arguably his best game as a Bear and showed he can be the type of running back who can do a little bit of everything, especially with the game on the line.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 11h

Bears' grades vs. Commanders are in. How did they do in 25-24 win?

Bears' grades are in. How did they do against the Commanders?

The running game was the best part of a 25-24 win, with the offensive line showing up big-time. As for Caleb Williams? Not so hot.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 11h

Bears defeat Commanders with game-winning field goal

Bears defeat Commanders with game-winning field goal

The Bears secured an epic win against the Commanders on Monday night, with Jake Moody kicking a game-winning field goal to defeat Washington 25-24.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 11h

ICE detained US citizens in Chicago area cemetery, officials say

ICE detained US citizens in Chicago area cemetery, officials say

Forest Park officials are decrying tactics by federal immigration agents as they tried to arrest two migrants in a cemetery.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 11h

No end in sight for government shutdown

No end in sight for government shutdown

Nearly two weeks into the government shutdown, there is no end in sight as both parties continue to blame the other.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 11h

In Year 4 of rebuild, Bears still have long way to go on roster as they try to tailor it to coach Ben Johnson

In Year 4 of rebuild, Bears still have long way to go on roster as they try to tailor it to coach Ben Johnson

“It's rare that a new coach comes in and everything is exactly the way you want it... but I'm really encouraged about the direction we're headed right now," Johnson said leading up to the Bears' game at the Commanders on Monday.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 12h

Celebrating a hard-won ceasefire, Trump pushes for ‘lasting harmony' in the Middle East

Celebrating ceasefire, Trump pushes for 'lasting harmony' in Middle East

A jubilant Donald Trump celebrated a hard-won ceasefire Monday in the conflict between Israel and Hamas militants, while inviting Middle East leaders to create a lasting peace that unlocks the region’s potential for dramatic economic growth.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 12h

Alec Baldwin speaks out after car crash with brother Stephen Baldwin

Alec Baldwin speaks out after car crash with brother Stephen Baldwin

Alec and Stephen Baldwin walked away unharmed after crashing Hilaria Baldwin’s Range Rover into a tree in East Hampton, New York, the "30 Rock" star shared.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 12h

Chicago man fined $130 by ICE agents for not carrying identification

Chicago man fined $130 by ICE agents for not carrying identification

A legal Chicago resident spoke exclusively with NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago after receiving a $130 fine from immigration agents.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 12h

As open enrollment nears, Illinois plans switch to state-based insurance marketplace

As open enrollment nears, Illinois plans switch to state-based insurance marketplace

It's almost time for open enrollment, and an important change is coming soon for Illinois residents seeking coverage on the open marketplace.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 12h

Out vs. Commanders, Cairo Santos misses first game due to injury in six-year run as Bears' kicker

Out vs. Commanders, Cairo Santos misses first game due to injury in six-year run as Bears' kicker

Santos, the franchise's most accurate kicker ever and in the history of Soldier Field, was replaced by recent practice-squad addition Jake Moody against the Commanders on Monday.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 12h

With hostages released, Israeli supporters celebrate and remember 'a hard two years'

With hostages released, Israeli supporters celebrate and remember 'a hard two years'

After two years in Hamas captivity, 20 Israeli hostages have been released, and nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners were freed, the first steps in a peace deal including a ceasefire and the flow of aid back into Gaza.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 13h

Chicago crime: Suspect charged in fatal SW Side shooting, police say

Chicago crime: Suspect charged in fatal SW Side shooting, police say

A suspect was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 23-year-old man on the city’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 13h

Grease

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm
Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

Grease :: Chicago :: Oct 18, 2025

Grease in Chicago on Oct 18, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Find tickets and more information here.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 13h

Indiana crash: Driver killed after gravel truck slams into median, catches fire, police say

Indiana crash: Driver killed after gravel truck slams into median, catches fire, police say

One person is dead after a gravel truck slammed into a median wall on the highway and burst into flames on Monday in Northwest Indiana.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 13h

Chicago Wolves v. Rockford IceHogs

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 7:00 pm
Allstate Arena

Chicago Wolves v. Rockford IceHogs :: Chicago :: Oct 18, 2025

Chicago Wolves v. Rockford IceHogs in Chicago on Oct 18, 2025 at 7:00 pm. Find tickets and more information here.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 14h

Suspect sought in Rogers Park home invasion, attempted criminal sexual assault

Suspect sought in Rogers Park home invasion, attempted criminal sexual assault

Chicago police are warning residents about a home invasion, attempted criminal sexual assault and attempted burglaries in Rogers Park.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 14h

CTA proposes first fare increase since 2018 as lawmakers weigh funding bill

CTA proposes first fare increase since 2018 as lawmakers weigh funding bill

CTA riders might be paying more for bus and train next year as the transit agency faces a fiscal cliff.

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Chicago News @chicago.thesocial.news · 14h

Sweetest Day Comedy Jam

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 8:00 pm
Wintrust Arena

Sweetest Day Comedy Jam :: Chicago :: Oct 18, 2025

Sweetest Day Comedy Jam in Chicago on Oct 18, 2025 at 8:00 pm. Find tickets and more information here.

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