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Chicago's Very Own. Listen on-air on 720-AM, online at http://wgnradio.com/listen, WGN Radio mobile app, Audacy.com, iHeart, TuneIn, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Call or text at 312-981-7200.
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Google just released the 25 most-searched Halloween costumes for 2025
Google just released the 25 most-searched Halloween costumes for 2025
Google’s “Frightgeist” search data shows the most popular Halloween costumes this year.
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On this week's edition of Quest for Gold, Ryan Burrow talks Olympic hockey with Pittsburgh Penguins’ play-by-play radio voice (and WGN alum) Joe Brand.
Quest for Gold – Milan-Cortina 2026 – Episode 3: The NHL opens an Olympic season
On this week’s episode of Quest for Gold:-Italy says there were be four flag bearers and two cauldrons in Milan-Cortina.-The International Paralympic Committee is lifting Russia’s suspe…
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 7h
We're remembering John Lodge of the iconic British rock band The Moody Blues who has died at age 82.
Remembering John Lodge of the Moody Blues
John Lodge of the iconic British rock band The Moody Blues has died at age 82. Here are two recent conversations from our archives: John Landecker – February 24, 2025 Antenna TV’s Nosta…
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19 unaccounted for, casualties reported after explosion at Tennessee manufacturing plant
19 unaccounted for, casualties reported after explosion at Tennessee manufacturing plant
HICKMAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — Casualties have been reported following an explosion Friday morning at a military explosives manufacturing plant in Hickman County, Tennessee, officials said. The inc…
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 20h
Loyola's Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt has died at age 106. We're remembering some of her recent visits on WGN Radio.
Remembering Loyola’s Sister Jean
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt. an icon of Loyola University as well as Chicago sports fans worldwide, has died at age 106. Over recent years, WGN Radio Lisa Dent was able to speak several times with …
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Cubs use 4-run 1st inning to top the Brewers 4-3 and avoid NL Division Series sweep
Cubs use 4-run 1st inning to top the Brewers 4-3 and avoid NL Division Series sweep
CHICAGO (AP) — Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a tiebreaking two-run single and the Chicago Cubs avoided a sweep by holding off the Milwaukee Brewers for a 4-3 victory in Game 3 of their NL Division Series…
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Israel, Hamas agree to ‘first phase’ of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says
Israel, Hamas agree to ‘first phase’ of plan to end fighting, release hostages, Trump says
Israel and Hamas have agreed to the “first phase” of his peace plan to pause fighting and release at least some hostages and prisoners, U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday.
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What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown
What to do if your flight is delayed or canceled during the US government shutdown
The federal government shutdown has entered its second week, and already shortages of air traffic controllers have strained operations and disrupted flights at some U.S. airports. Reagan National A…
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Soccer match between Argentina, Puerto Rico moved from Chicago to Florida amid immigration crackdown
Soccer match between Argentina, Puerto Rico moved from Chicago to Florida amid immigration crackdown
BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — A soccer match between Argentina and Puerto Rico, originally scheduled for next week in Chicago, has been relocated to Florida amid the immigration crackdown in the c…
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All the October Prime Day deals on Apple products we could find
All the October Prime Day deals on Apple products we could find
Amazon’s Prime Day always has deep, rarely seen discounts on Apple products.
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 2d
October Prime Day’s ‘Lightning Deals’ deliver big savings for stressed shoppers
October Prime Day’s ‘Lightning Deals’ deliver big savings for stressed shoppers
Here are all the best Lightning Deals to snag before they’re gone.
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The 10 best smart TV deals of October Prime Day
The 10 best smart TV deals of October Prime Day
Smart TVs are up to 46% off for October Prime Day!
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 2d
Toyota recalls nearly 400,000 Tundras and Sequoias over malfunctioning rearview camera
Toyota recalls nearly 400,000 Tundras and Sequoias over malfunctioning rearview camera
The camera display malfunction is caused by a software problem.
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Health officials have issued a warning for people not to eat Blue Apron meals over concerns about potential listeria contamination.
Blue Apron meal hit with USDA health warning over listeria concerns
Health officials have issued a warning for people not to eat Blue Apron meals over concerns about potential listeria contamination.
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President Trump on Wednesday called for Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to be jailed as the two leaders push back on the Trump administration’s crime crackdown and immigration enforcement raids on the Windy City.
Trump says Pritzker, Johnson ‘should be in jail’
President Trump on Wednesday called for Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson to be jailed.
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The 100+ best deals of October Prime Day: Dyson, Apple, Samsung and more
Big-ticket items with huge discounts for October Prime Day
Our team of deal hunters has found bargains on big-ticket items that you can jump on during October’s Amazon Prime Days.
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 3d
The 100+ best deals of October Prime Day: Dyson, Apple, Samsung and more
The 100+ best deals of October Prime Day: Dyson, Apple, Samsung and more
Amazon’s 48-hour mega sale is back, with exclusive deals for Prime members across nearly every category.
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 3d
Cubs head back home on the brink of elimination after losing 2 straight in Milwaukee
Cubs head back home on the brink of elimination after losing 2 straight in Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Chicago Cubs’ hitters aren’t putting enough balls in play, and their pitchers aren’t keeping balls in play. That combination has the Cubs heading back home on the brink of elim…
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 3d
Illinois braces for possible National Guard arrival while lawsuit challenging deployment simmers
Illinois braces for possible National Guard arrival while lawsuit challenging deployment simmers
CHICAGO (AP) — Officials in Illinois braced Tuesday for the possible arrival of the National Guard while a legal challenge to President Donald Trump’s plan to send hundreds of troops to the C…
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The best under-$100 deals of October Prime Day so far
The best under-$100 deals of October Prime Day so far
BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days: Deals under-$100 to look out for This year’s October Prime Day event will…
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 3d
USDA warns that Hello Fresh meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach
USDA warns that Hello Fresh meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach
Federal health officials late Monday warned people not to eat certain Hello Fresh subscription meal kits containing spinach that may be contaminated with listeria. The U.S. Agriculture Department i…
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 4d
Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews joins Wendy Snyder to talk about his documentary film, ‘Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story.’
Radio legend Kevin Matthews on how ‘Broken Mary’ is touching lives
Chicago radio legend Kevin Matthews joins Wendy Snyder, filling in for John Williams, to talk about his documentary film, ‘Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story.’ Kevin talks about the …
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Illinois, Chicago sue to block National Guard deployment
Illinois, Chicago sue to block National Guard deployment
Illinois and Chicago on Monday sued to block President Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to the city, after the administration mobilized 400 troops from Texas.  A Department of Defen…
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 7d
Treasury shares draft of commemorative Trump coin for America 250 celebration
Treasury shares draft of commemorative Trump coin for America 250 celebration
One side of the coin features a profile of Trump’s face, the words “Liberty” and “In God We Trust,” and the years 1776 and 2026.
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WGN Radio 720 @wgnradio.bsky.social · 7d
Diddy sentenced to more than 4 years behind bars
Diddy sentenced to more than 4 years behind bars
Sean Combs was facing a maximum sentence of 20 years after he was convicted of a pair of prostitution charges.
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