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Crayola issues nationwide recall: See affected items
Crayola recalls product for risk of ‘blood poisoning and death’
The items can “become lodged in the digestive system,” according to the recall.
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December 5, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Crayola issues nationwide recall: See affected items
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an Early Alert in response to “a potentially high-risk issue” concerning faulty glucose monitor sensors.
‘Immediately discontinue use’: FDA issues alert about diabetes sensors possibly linked to injuries, deaths
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an Early Alert in response to “a potentially high-risk issue” concerning faulty glucose monitor sensors.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The Food and Drug Administration has issued an Early Alert in response to “a potentially high-risk issue” concerning faulty glucose monitor sensors.
Shredded cheese sold in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, elsewhere recalled due to metal fragments
Shredded cheese sold in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, elsewhere recalled due to metal fragments
The Food and Drug Administration is warning consumers to double-check their shredded cheese after an Ohio-based company recalled multiple products distributed to 31 states for having metal fragment…
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December 3, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Shredded cheese sold in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, elsewhere recalled due to metal fragments
City Club of Chicago: Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke
City Club of Chicago: Cook County States Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke
December 2, 2025 City Club event description: Eileen O’Neill Burke, Cook County State’s Attorney, joins the City Club to reflect on her first year in office and share perspectives on the year ahead…
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December 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
City Club of Chicago: Cook County State's Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke
"I saw how things were going and I said ‘This could be a reality.’" Pope Leo XIV shared his thoughts on the conclave and plans for future travel during an airborne press conference while returning from Turkey and Lebanon.
Pope Leo XIV shares his thoughts on the conclave, reflects on spirituality and future travels
ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE (AP) — Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday shared for the first time what he was thinking when the votes started going his way during the conclave that elected him, saying he resigned hi…
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December 2, 2025 at 9:15 PM
"I saw how things were going and I said ‘This could be a reality.’" Pope Leo XIV shared his thoughts on the conclave and plans for future travel during an airborne press conference while returning from Turkey and Lebanon.
Trump admin to withhold SNAP food aid from Democrat-led states over data
Trump admin to withhold SNAP food aid from Democrat-led states over data
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said at a Cabinet meeting Tuesday that the action is in the works because those states are refusing to provide information the department requested such as the …
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December 2, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Trump admin to withhold SNAP food aid from Democrat-led states over data
On the banks of Wisconsin's Lake Mendoda, divers have discovered ancient canoes that they suspect were used similarly to how modern Chicagoans use rental e-bikes. Find out more in this segment with Lisa Dent.
Ancient canoes found in Wisconsin lake
Tamara Thomsen, Maritime Archaeologist for the State Historic Preservation Office at the Wisconsin Historical Society, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the ancient canoes found in Lake Mendota in Wiscons…
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December 2, 2025 at 7:15 PM
On the banks of Wisconsin's Lake Mendoda, divers have discovered ancient canoes that they suspect were used similarly to how modern Chicagoans use rental e-bikes. Find out more in this segment with Lisa Dent.
How long does leftover turkey last in the fridge?
How long does leftover turkey last in the fridge?
Those Thanksgiving leftovers in your fridge (if there are any) are starting to get a bit risky, according to experts.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
How long does leftover turkey last in the fridge?
Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals: Up to 50% off bestsellers
Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals: Up to 50% off bestsellers
BestReviews rounded up the best Amazon Cyber Monday deals of 2025 — electronics, kitchenware, furniture and more.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals: Up to 50% off bestsellers
Apple Cyber Monday deals are rare, and this year they’re massive
Apple Cyber Monday deals are rare, and this year they’re massive
BestReviews found the best Apple Black Friday deals of 2025 — Apple Watches, AirPods, iPads and MacBooks.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Apple Cyber Monday deals are rare, and this year they’re massive
The best Cyber Monday deals so far: Top gifts, lightning deals, and more
The best Cyber Monday deals so far: Top gifts, lightning deals, and more
BestReviews rounded up the best Black Friday deals of 2025 on TVs, headphones, laptops and more.
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November 30, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The best Cyber Monday deals so far: Top gifts, lightning deals, and more
Post-Thanksgiving travelers in Chicago see flights canceled and delayed after winter storm
Post-Thanksgiving travelers in Chicago see flights canceled and delayed after winter storm
Travelers at the end of the Thanksgiving holiday on Sunday were finding hundreds of flights delayed and canceled in Chicago following a winter storm in the Great Lakes region, while a wintry mix of…
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November 30, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Post-Thanksgiving travelers in Chicago see flights canceled and delayed after winter storm
On a new edition of The Stadium Club podcast, Ryan Burrow looks at the new Rosemont Ice Arena and what it means for the region.
Stadium Club: Rosemont opens new hockey possibilities with public ice arena
Rosemont cut the ribbon on a new ice arena neighboring the Allstate Arena. It brings the Chicago Wolves practices to Rosemont, and offers future events to hockey teams across the region. WGN’…
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November 29, 2025 at 5:30 PM
On a new edition of The Stadium Club podcast, Ryan Burrow looks at the new Rosemont Ice Arena and what it means for the region.
On a new edition of Quest for Gold, the Olympic Flame is lit with 10 weeks until the opening ceremony for the Milano-Cortina Games.
Quest for Gold – Milan-Cortina 2026 – Episode 9: The Olympic flame is lit, 10 weeks out from the Milano-Cortina games
On this week’s Quest for Gold:-The new IOC president delivers and emotional address as the flame is lit ahead of the Winter Games-3 skaters from Russia and Belraus have been approved to compe…
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November 29, 2025 at 2:00 AM
On a new edition of Quest for Gold, the Olympic Flame is lit with 10 weeks until the opening ceremony for the Milano-Cortina Games.
Bears’ dominant rushing attack leads to their 5th straight win, 24-15 over reeling Eagles. Hamp and O'B are talking about it right now on WGN Radio 720 and our digital streams.
Bears’ dominant rushing attack leads to their 5th straight win, 24-15 over reeling Eagles
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Kyle Monangai rushed for 130 yards and a touchdown, D’Andre Swift ran for 125 yards and a score, and the Chicago Bears finished with 281 yards on the ground to win their fifth s…
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November 28, 2025 at 11:37 PM
Bears’ dominant rushing attack leads to their 5th straight win, 24-15 over reeling Eagles. Hamp and O'B are talking about it right now on WGN Radio 720 and our digital streams.
Mark Malkoff’s Book ‘Love Johnny Carson’: The Genius Behind the Legend
Mark Malkoff’s Book ‘Love Johnny Carson’: The Genius Behind the Legend
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to author and host of The Carson Podcast Mark Malkoff about his new book ‘Love Johnny Carson’, a wildly entertaining read by one of the world’s most obsessed and inform…
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November 27, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Mark Malkoff’s Book ‘Love Johnny Carson’: The Genius Behind the Legend
Legendary Anchorman Bill Kurtis coming to Chicago’s Museum of Broadcast Communications on Saturday December 6th
Legendary Anchorman Bill Kurtis coming to Chicago’s Museum of Broadcast Communications on Saturday December 6th
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier talks to legendary anchorman Bill Kurtis about his book ‘Whirlwind: My Life Reporting the News’, plus his upcoming appearance on Saturday December 6th, 2025 at 12pm featuring…
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November 27, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Legendary Anchorman Bill Kurtis coming to Chicago’s Museum of Broadcast Communications on Saturday December 6th
The history of Thanksgiving in America: Plymouth Rock, turkey, and Presidential pardons
The history of Thanksgiving in America: Plymouth Rock, turkey, and Presidential pardons
WGN Radio’s Dave Plier and Dave Schwan share the history of the very first Thanksgiving and the traditions that have developed over the years.
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November 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The history of Thanksgiving in America: Plymouth Rock, turkey, and Presidential pardons
WGN Radio Personalities: ‘What Are We Thankful For?’
WGN Radio Personalities: ‘What Are We Thankful For?’
WGN Radio’s Lou Manfredini, John Williams, Lisa Dent, Bob Sirott, John Landecker, Jon Hansen, Rollye James, Joe Romano, Hayley Boyd, Karen Conti, Steve Dale, David Hochberg and Dave Plier share wha…
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November 27, 2025 at 4:45 PM
WGN Radio Personalities: ‘What Are We Thankful For?’
DC shooting suspect worked for CIA in Afghanistan; drove across country before attack
DC shooting suspect worked for CIA in Afghanistan; drove across country before attack
Rahmanaullah Lakanwal, 29, worked for the agency in Afghanistan prior to the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, the same year he immigrated to America, the CIA says.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:15 PM
DC shooting suspect worked for CIA in Afghanistan; drove across country before attack
From 2007: Spike O'Dell and the morning crew visit Huntley and sample some of the items from the Turkey Testicle Festival.
From the archives: Spike O’Dell and the Turkey Testicle Festival
During a November 12, 2007, WGN Radio Hometown Voices remote broadcast from Huntley, IL, Spike O’Dell, Orion Samuelson, Andrea Darlas, Dave Eanet and Mary Van De Velde sample some of the feat…
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November 26, 2025 at 8:15 PM
From 2007: Spike O'Dell and the morning crew visit Huntley and sample some of the items from the Turkey Testicle Festival.
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.: AP source
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.: AP source
Details are limited.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Two National Guard members shot in Washington, D.C.: AP source
Guy Fieri injured while filming Food Network show, says quad muscle ‘exploded’
Guy Fieri injured while filming Food Network show, says quad muscle ‘exploded’
Celebrity chef Guy Fieri says he was rushed into emergency surgery after suffering a major injury filming one of his Food Network shows.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Guy Fieri injured while filming Food Network show, says quad muscle ‘exploded’
13 people killed in fire engulfing Hong Kong high-rise residential buildings, fire services say
13 people killed in fire engulfing Hong Kong high-rise residential buildings, fire services say
HONG KONG (AP) — A fire spread across seven high-rise apartment buildings in a Hong Kong housing complex, killing 13 people and leaving others still trapped, in the city’s worst blaze in years. Nin…
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November 26, 2025 at 4:30 PM
13 people killed in fire engulfing Hong Kong high-rise residential buildings, fire services say
Boar’s Head cheese recalled over potential listeria contamination
Boar’s Head cheese recalled over potential listeria contamination
The recall is categorized as a Class I, meaning exposure could result in serious health consequences or death.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Boar’s Head cheese recalled over potential listeria contamination