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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson accuses the Trump administration of instilling fear with ICE operations in the city, vowing to protect residents. Bally's Chicago, a $1.7 billion casino project, is facing a lawsuit for allegedly excluding White men from investing in the venture, prompting accusations of racial discrimination and violating civil rights laws. The casino's requirement for minority ownership and investment criteria that exclude White men have sparked legal action and criticism from individuals like attorney...

Federal prosecutors are investigating unusual betting patterns surrounding Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier's play in a game almost two years ago, as part of the same probe that led to Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter's lifetime ban, the NBA confirmed. The investigation is looking into potential betting-related misconduct involving Rozier, adding another layer to the ongoing scrutiny of sports betting in professional basketball. The NBA is cooperating with authorities to address any wrongdoing and maintain...

A Wheeling man, David Celestine, 20, has been arrested by the Kane County Sheriff’s Office for his involvement in a shooting at a McDonald’s in Elgin. He faces charges of aggravated discharge of a firearm and possession of a firearm while FOID card invalid. The incident left a man seriously injured, and Celestine is being held in Kane County jail pending court proceedings. Full Article

U.S. figure skaters and coaches were involved in a tragic airplane crash near Washington D.C., with no survivors confirmed. Among the victims were Boston Skating Club pair Spencer Lane, Jinna Han, their mothers, and coaches Vadim Naumov and Evgenia Shishkova. Other skaters believed to be on the flight include sisters Everly and Alydia Livingston, Cory Haynos, and Jon Maravilla, who was turned away at check-in. World champion Russian skating pair Vadim Naumov and Evgenia Shishkova...

President Trump criticized former President Obama and Vice President Biden for hiring unqualified FAA employees during a press conference regarding a plane crash in Washington, DC. Trump's comments were captured in a video posted by the New York Post. The President's remarks highlighted the importance of properly vetting and selecting qualified individuals for important positions within government agencies like the Federal Aviation Administration. Full Article