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Weekend Break: Father’s Day plans at Roaring Table in Lake Zurich
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- Weekend Break: Father’s Day plans at Roaring Table in Lake Zurich
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- Father’s Day is right around the corner, and this northwest suburban brewery is preparing to raise a toast to dad.
WGN's Shannon Halligan takes you there on this edition of Weekend Break.
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- 'The birthplace of gospel music' celebrates 124th anniversary in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood
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- 2:47
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- 2 hours ago
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- Known as the birthplace of gospel music, Bronzeville's Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church "was a mega church before mega church was a word," and Sunday served as celebration for its lasting legacy in the community.
WGN's Jewell Hillery brings you the story.
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- Deal is reached to end Iran war and Trump orders stop to US naval blockade
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- 1:38
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- 2 hours ago
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- The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, offering relief to the global economy more than three months since fighting began.
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- South Side residents still without power days after severe storms swept through Chicagoland
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- 2:51
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- More than 13,000 ComEd customers are still without power Sunday afternoon after strong storms swept through Chicagoland earlier this week. WGN's Jeremy Ross has the latest recovery efforts.
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- Calumet City residents deal with damage and cleanup after severe storms moved through
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- 2:12
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- 2 hours ago
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- Cleanup is continuing areawide Sunday after Thursday evening's major severe weather outbreak battered parts of Illinois and Northwest Indiana. WGN's Bryant McCray has the latest.
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- Former Senate leader Mitch McConnell is in the hospital
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell was admitted to a hospital Sunday, his spokesperson said, but there was no immediate information about why he was there or his prognosis.
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- 11 skydivers, pilot killed after plane crashes south of Kansas City
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- 1:05
- Date posted
- 2 hours ago
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- Twelve people, almost all skydivers, are dead after a plane crashed south of Kansas City, Missouri, on Sunday.
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- Sunday Brunch: Eden's French omelet
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- 5:14
- Date posted
- 5 hours ago
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- Chef Devon Quinn from Eden joined the WGN Weekend Morning News to show Chicagoans how he prepares a classic French omelet.
Check it out on this edition of Sunday Brunch!
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- Full Press Conference: ComEd vice president provides update on storm damage, power outages
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- 7:45
- Date posted
- 6 hours ago
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- ComEd vice president of distribution operations Jeremy Smith addresses local media after severe storms and tornadoes caused widespread power outages at the end of last week.
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- Weekend Break: Prepping for Father's Day at Roaring Table in Lake Zurich
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- 2:34
- Date posted
- 6 hours ago
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- Father's Day is right around the corner, and this northwest suburban brewery is preparing to raise a toast to dad.
Roaring Table Taproom and Kitchen in Lake Zurich has ten years of craft brewing experience to the establishment's name. Husband and wife owners Lane and Beth May Fearing wanted to craft a space for everyone to enjoy, and next weekend, that is especially true for Chicagoland fathers.
WGN's Shannon Halligan takes you there on this edition of Weekend Break.
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- Gray Matters Games designed to keep your mind active
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- 4:45
- Date posted
- 7 hours ago
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- Joe Barron, owner of Gray Matters Games, joined Tim Joyce and Jewell Hillery on Sunday's WGN Weekend Morning News to talk about his company, which features games designed to facilitate face-to-face conversation and keep minds active.
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- Juneteenth event in northwest suburbs next weekend celebrates freedom and community
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- 4:40
- Date posted
- 8 hours ago
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- A Juneteenth event in the northwest suburbs next weekend will celebrate freedom and community. The event, called iCU Community Juneteenth in the 'Burbs, is Saturday, June 20, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Harper College, 1200 West Algonquin Road in Palatine. Juneteenth is on Friday, June 19. Schaumburg Township Trustee Demetrius Gibson and Deborah Harris, founder and CEO of iCU (Illuminating Cultures Unifying) Community, joined Jewell Hillery on Sunday's WGN Weekend Morning News to talk about the event.
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- 36-year-old man dies after being shot during apparent argument in Roseland late Saturday night, Chic
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 9 hours ago
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- A 36-year-old man died after being shot during an apparent argument late Saturday night in Roseland on the city's South Side, according to Chicago police. Police say the man was outside in the 0-100 block of East 95th Street around 9:45 p.m. when he was approached by another man. An argument turned into a fight, police say, then the offender took out and gun and shot the victim in the body before fleeing north on foot toward E. 95th St.
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- Crash involving IDOT vehicle shuts down lanes on outbound Dan Ryan Expressway early Sunday morning,
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 11 hours ago
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- A crash involving an Illinois Department of Transportation vehicle shut down lanes on the outbound Dan Ryan Expressway on the city's South Side early Sunday morning, according to Illinois State Police. ISP says all lanes reopened around 6:30 a.m.
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- Man charged after allegedly stealing SUV, crashing into 2 CTA buses on Near South Side
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
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- A 28-year-old man was charged for his role in a crash involving a stolen SUV and two CTA buses that left six people hospitalized on Friday night.
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- 16-year-old hospitalized in critical condition after South Side shooting
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 21 hours ago
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- A 16-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot Saturday night on Chicago’s South Side.
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- Weekend Break: First ever Windy City Boat & Yacht Show at Burnham Harbor
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- A three-day event featuring more than 100 in-water boats and yachts is taking place in Chicago this weekend. WGN's Shannon Halligan has the full story.
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- 51st annual Wells Street Art Festival returns to Old Town
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- The 51st annual Wells Street Art Festival returned to Old Town this weekend, bringing more than 125 artists, live music and food vendors to the neighborhood. WGN's Christine Flores has more from the scene.
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- Suburban mosque opens its doors to educate and break down misconceptions
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- 2:59
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- Islam is often viewed through misconceptions and stereotypes, so to help break down some barriers, a suburban mosque welcomed people from all backgrounds on Saturday to help replace ignorance with understanding. WGN's Jewell Hillery has the full story.
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- 'We have to move forward': Merrillville residents face long recovery after EF-2 tornado
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- 2:35
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- According to the National Weather Service, an EF-2 tornado tore through Merrillville, Indiana, leaving a trail of damage and forcing residents to begin the long recovery process. WGN's Emmy Victor has more details.
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- Chicago alderman says firework was set off outside his home
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 22 hours ago
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- A firework was reportedly set off right outside a Chicago alderman's home early Saturday morning while his children were asleep inside.
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- 2 killed, 1 injured in overnight drive-by shooting in Englewood
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- 1:16
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Police are searching for answers on Saturday morning after two people were killed and a third was injured in a drive-by shooting on the city's South Side overnight.
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- Merrillville residents describe sights and sounds of tornadoes
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Residents in Merrillville describe the sights and sounds after tornadoes ripped through the area Thursday night.
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- Rahm Emanuel talks Obama White House, failures of Democratic Party | The Point
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- 11:44
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Former Chicago mayor Rahm Emanuel is in town one week before the opening of the Obama Presidential Center. He's talking about what makes the center different from other presidential libraries.
And with his eye on 2028, Emanuel has gained attention with his sharp criticism of the Democratic Party.
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'The Point' airs on WGN and streams on WGN+ each weeknight at 6:45 p.m. CT.
Airdate: Friday, June 12, 2026
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- Tornado outbreak: Illinois & Indiana | The Forecasters
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- 24:24
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- 2 days ago
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- The Forecasters spend the bulk of the episode reviewing and discussing the tornado outbreak on Thursday evening that left widespread damage across Streator and Bartlett in Illinois and Merrillville and Kouts in Indiana, among others.
Later, our 'We Bet on Weather' forecast challenge leaderboard is revealed and viewer questions about weather and the garden are answered.
https://www.wgntv.com/theforecasters
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'The Forecasters' streams live weeknights at 7 p.m. CT on WGN+.
Airdate: Friday, June 12, 2026 | Episode 199
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- Charges dropped in Loretto COVID-19 fraud case as judge raises concerns about U.S. Attorney's Office
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- 3:19
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A judge dismissed fraud charges against two defendants accused of an $800 million COVID-19 testing scheme at Loretto Hospital, while also raising concerns about the U.S. Attorney's Office. WGN's Angelica Sanchez has the full story.
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- WGN-TV takes part in 30th annual Founder’s Day of Caring
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- 2:09
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Employees at WGN-TV, WGN Radio, and NewsNation are once again giving back to the greater Chicagoland community, as part of Nexstar’s 30th annual Founder’s Day of Caring on Friday, June 12.
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- Widespread damage reported in Bartlett, Illinois
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The National Weather Service confirmed as EF-1 Tornado touched down in Bartlett, Illinois Thursday evening.
WGN-TV's Patrick Elwood takes a look at the damage.
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- Obama Presidential Center concerns remain over rent hikes and displacement
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- 2:29
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- For some, excitement is building over the former president and first lady returning to Chicago. But other residents say they are still worried about the center's impact on their neighborhood. WGN's Tahman Bradley reports.
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- 2026 James Beard Awards: What To Expect
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- 5:11
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- It's known as the Oscars of the food world. This weekend, the James Beard Awards takes over the Lyric Opera of Chicago, to celebrate culinary excellence. Dawn Padmore of the James Beard Foundation joins WGN's Lourdes Duarte in-studio to discuss.
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- Photographer traveling America to thank police
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- 3:27
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Ivan Chertkoev is traveling across America to photograph police officers and give them framed photos as a token of gratitude for their service. WGN's Ben Bradley has the full story.
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- Photographer Travels America to Thank Police
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- You know the saying: "A picture is worth a thousand words." Well, the sentiment behind some photos may be worth much more.
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- Widespread damage reported in Merrillville, Indiana
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- 3:09
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Strong storms ripped through the viewing area Thursday evening, leaving behind lots of damage. Merrillville, Indiana was one of the areas hit hardest.
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- Pritzker halts tax incentives for new data centers as residents push back
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Pritzker halts tax incentives for new data centers as residents push back
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- Service Club of Chicago reception
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Service Club of Chicago reception
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- WGNTV, @w@wgnradiovideoNew@NewsNationing back on Nexstar’s Founder’s Day @cradl@cradlestocrayons9212
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- 2:48
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Employees of WGNTV, WGN Radio, and News Nation give back on Nexstar’s Founder’s Day of Giving… @chicagoredcross @chicagoredcross
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- Chicago alderman embraces blood donation as civic duty
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- With a smile on his face and his blood flowing from his arm into a red cross donation bag, James Cappleman is as happy as can be.
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- Storm system causes widespread damage in Streator - WGN Midday News
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The storm system that swept through Streator on Thursday moved quickly but caused significant damage to homes in the area.
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- Texas shooting leaves 1 dead and 9 injured as police are in a standoff with a suspect
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A shooter opened fire in the West Texas city of Midland in an attack Friday morning that left one person dead and at least nine others injured, the city's mayor said.
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- Residents picking up the pieces after intense storms tear through Merrillville - WGN Midday News
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Out in Lake County, Indiana, a suspected tornado tore through Merrillville, carving a path of damage and leaving residents picking up the pieces.
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- VIDEO: Streator resident rescued after home leveled by storm
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A resident in Streator was pulled to safety on Thursday evening after the home they were in was destroyed by a round of intense storms that swept through the area.
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- Storm system causes widespread damage in Streator
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The storm system that swept through Streator on Thursday moved quickly but caused significant damage to homes in the area.
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- Residents picking up the pieces after intense storms tear through Merrillville
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Out in Lake County, Indiana, a suspected tornado tore through Merrillville, carving a path of damage and leaving residents picking up the pieces.
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- The Murakami Effect on the White Sox
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- 7:27
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Josh sat down with White Sox Rookie Slugger Munetaka Murakami about his adjustment to playing in the United States and his impact on the White Sox this season. Josh also talked to the White Sox about Murakami's impact on the field and off the field as they try and take advantage of his popularity in the United States and Japan.
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- Josh Previews Dodgers/White Sox with Dodgers Broadcaster and White Sox Fan Stephen Nelson
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- 9:24
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Dodgers Broadcasters and White Sox fan Stephen Nelson joined Josh to talk about the White Sox start to the season. The disappointment in Munetaka Murakami's absence for the series due to injury, and how well the Dodgers are positioned to win their third straight World Series
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- Storm damage reported in Justice
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Chicago's southwest suburbs were cleaning up damage from storms Wednesday when another round came in on Thursday, leaving behind more damage. WGN-TV's Emmy Victor reports from Justice.
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- Storm damage reported in Streator, Illinois
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Lots of damage was reported in Streator, Illinois after strong storms rolled into the area on Thursday evening.
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- Storm Damage: Cedar Lake, Porter County, Indiana
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Video shared with WGN from Mike Castillo shows storm damage in Cedar Lake, in Lake County, Indiana.
https://www.wgntv.com/
#INwx #severeweather #storm
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- Aftermath of tornadic activity in Streator, Illinois
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- 1:16
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- One man was rescued after being trapped under the rubble of his leveled home.
https://www.wgntv.com/weather
#tornado #severeweather #storm
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- Severe Weather: Funnel clouds near Streator & Washburn, Illinois
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- After a round of fast-moving storms swept through Chicagoland on Wednesday afternoon, the region faced more severe weather on Thursday.
https://wgntv.com/weather
#tornado #severeweather #weather
