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This sign marks the entrance of the Boar's Head processing plant that was tied to a deadly food poisoning outbreak Thursday Aug. 29, 2024, in Jarratt, Va.

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This sign marks the entrance of the Boar's Head processing plant that was tied to a deadly food poisoning outbreak Thursday Aug. 29, 2024, in Jarratt, Va.

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Travis Gienger, of Anoka, Minn., middle, celebrates after his pumpkin weighed in at 2,471 pounds to win at the Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in Half Moon Bay, Calif., Monday, Oct. 14, 2024.

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(From L) Filipino model Kelsey Merritt, New Zealand model Maia Cotton, US model Willow Hand, US model Iesha Hodges, Dutch model Myrthe Bolt and Ivorian model Melie Tiacoh walk the runway at the 2018 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show on Nov. 8, 2018 at Pier 94 in New York City.

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Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance point to the stage during Day 1 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., July 15, 2024.

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Donald Trump, JD Vance both set for appearances in Chicago area this week

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – MARCH 13: Voters cast their ballots at a polling station for the 2024 primary elections during early voting ahead of the election day in Chicago, Illinois, United States on March 13,2024. (Photo by Jacek Boczarski/Anadolu via Getty Images)

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 13: Runners compete at the start of the 2024 Chicago Marathon on October 13, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Chicago Marathon Oct 13

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 13: Runners compete at the start of the 2024 Chicago Marathon on October 13, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Chicago Marathon Oct 14

Re-watch NBC Chicago's 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon broadcast

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 13: Runners pass the Chicago Theatre during the 2024 Chicago Marathon on October 13, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Chicago Marathon 19 hours ago

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Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco addresses supporters of US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump during a rally in Coachella, California on October 12, 2024. (Photo by Frederic J. BROWN / AFP) (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

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Man arrested near Trump rally denies he was trying to assassinate the former president

Former President Donald Trump departs following an address to the Detroit Economic Club on Oct. 10, 2024.

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Donald Trump Oct 13

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Voters cast their ballots at a voting precinct

Virginia Oct 11

Justice Department sues Virginia over effort to reduce voter rolls close to Election Day

A restaurant damaged by hurricanes Helene and Milton in St. Pete Beach, Florida, US, on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. Hurricane Milton’s devastating path across Florida has left at least 10 dead, millions without power, and destroyed homes and crops, as authorities warn it could take days to assess the full extent of the damages.

Hurricanes Oct 11

Fact focus: A look at the false information around Hurricanes Helene and Milton

NBC 5 Investigates Oct 11

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NBC 5 Investigates Oct 10

Chicago spent more than $80K to renovate, furnish office for First Lady Johnson

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Mayor Johnson inks $100 million increase for Favorite Healthcare Staffing

NBC 5 Responds Oct 10

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Liam Gallagher of Oasis, music group, performing on stage, Balloch Castle Country Park Balloch, Loch Lomond, in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland, 4th August 1996. (Photo by Runnacles/Gunion/Mirrorpix/Getty Images)

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What is a caracal? What to know about the exotic large cat seen in the Chicago suburbs

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Donald Trump to appear at Chicago event Tuesday

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Voters work on their ballot at a polling station at the Elena Bozeman Government Center in Arlington, Virginia, on September 20, 2024.

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Voiceover artist Victoria Carroll.

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Here’s what to do if you still can’t pay taxes on the Oct. 15 tax extension deadline

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Health & Wellness

New ranking names best children's hospitals in Illinois, Midwest

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When can you get free COVID test kits from the government? Here's the latest

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Chicago Real Estate

HIGHLAND PARK, IL – OCTOBER 21: A gate with the number 23 controls access to the home of basketball legend Michael Jordan on October 21, 2013 in Highland Park, Illinois. Twenty-three is the number Jordan wore while playing basketball for the Chicago Bulls. The home which had been offered for sale for $29 million and later dropped to $21 million is scheduled to be sold at auction on November 22. The 32,683-squre-foot home features nine bedrooms, 19 bathrooms, a 15-car attached garage and an “NBA-quality” basketball court. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

Michael Jordan's suburban Chicago mansion under contract 12 years after it was listed

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Illinois home with unexpected tie to Frank Lloyd Wright and a notable history hits market for $2.5M

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All-pink Barbie-theme home hits market for $1.1M in Wisconsin

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