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Jon Morris, former AFL and NFL center with Patriots, dies at 84

He opted to remain in New England, beginning a professional career that would last 15 seasons, including three with Detroit from 1974 to 1977, and his final season with Chicago in 1978.

4 weeks ago

Car registered to man accused of planning mass shooting was at Hindu temple he targeted, police say

Authorities announced Wednesday that they had arrested Alexandros Paporakis and provided the additional detail about his suspected movement during a news conference Thursday.

4 weeks ago

Blackhawks Patrick Kane sets NHL assist record for U.S.-born players with a helper on Bedard’s goal

Kane surpassed the American-born record held by defenseman Phil Housley, who had 894 assists in 1,496 games.

4 weeks ago

Bucks move their Oct. 23 home opener with Bulls to afternoon to avoid World Series conflict

The Bucks announced Friday their home opener would take place at 3 p.m. Central time rather than 7 p.m.

4 weeks ago

CORRECTED: Grayson appeal is vacated

His death certificate comes from Rhode Island.

4 weeks ago

Tesla’s new Roadster car can thrust itself in the air. But don’t expect to drive it anytime soon

Musk said production for consumers won't begin until 2028.

4 weeks ago

Best Chicago Bears fantasy performances so far this season

Stacker compiled a list of the best Chicago Bears fantasy performances of 2026

4 weeks ago

White Sox, GM Chris Getz face hard act to follow in 2027, in spite of unexpected playoff run

“I do need to acknowledge that there was a sting in Cleveland when we came up short,” Getz told reporters on Wednesday.

4 weeks ago

Chicago Bears working through questions at quarterback and defensive line

Coach Ben Johnson has a lot going on at the moment.

4 weeks ago

Police investigate report of sexual assault at a fraternity party near the University of Chicago

The 21-year-old woman reported the assault to police and went to a hospital for treatment, according to Chicago police.

4 weeks ago

Chicago Catholics rally for prayer in Pope Leo’s hometown after his lung cancer diagnosis

Catholics in Chicago and around the world met the news of Leo's lung cancer diagnosis with shock, concern and support for the 71-year-old.

4 weeks ago

Teen accused of plotting mass shooting at Chicago-area Hindu temple

Alexandros Paporakis, a Taco Bell cashier from Palatine, Illinois, faces felony charges of making a terrorist threat and unlawfully possessing weapons.

4 weeks ago

Netflix is laying off 6% of its workforce, in biggest round of job cuts at streaming giant in years

Beyond the memo from its chief executives, Netflix declined to comment further about Wednesday's cuts.

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