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Lauren German was a big part of Chicago Fire's initial success. Her performance as medic Leslie Shay lent a heaviness to the show, which has always tried to strike a balance between drama and moments of levity. Unfortunately, the character's troubled history caught up with her in the season 2...

We don't expect to see Lauren German back on Chicago Fire for season 13

Consider us surprised. Chicago Fire made a big point out of Wallace Boden (Eamonn Walker) leaving Firehouse 51, and handing the position of chief to his longtime friend, Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg). It was unexpected, yet made complete sense, like any good plot twist. Then, another twist undid it. On...

Chicago Fire announces new 51 chief (and it's NOT Herrmann)

Chicago, IL

Going into Season 13, another new face will be in Firehouse 51. According to Deadline, Chicago Fire has decided to bring in someone new instead of promoting one of the existing senior firehouse members to the position previously held by Boden. After Eamonn Walker left his series regular duties, the character was promoted to a higher position in the CFD, which saw him leave his long-time residence at the firehouse. Chicago Fire will reportedly bring in a new chief from Miami, whose name is Dom Pascal, but could change later. The character has not been cast yet, with production currently looking for someone to bring them to life.

Looks Like 'Chicago Fire's New Chief in Season 13 Won't Be Herrmann After All

Arlington Heights, IL

With a lakefront project in downtown Chicago facing its share of hurdles, the folks in Arlington Heights are angling to get back into the conversation to become the next home of Chicago Bears stadium. Even though a Chicago stadium on Museum Campus is still the focus, Arlington Heights remains hopeful...

Arlington Heights is Making a Renewed Effort to Woo the Chicago Bears

Alexandria, VA

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The SBC has removed another church from it's fellowship. First Baptist Church of Alexandria, Virginia, is the latest casualty in the Southern Baptist Convention's war on churches that accept women pastors. The Independent reports that on Tuesday, delegates attending the SBC annual meeting voted 6,759 to 563 to oust the congregation.

A Historic Virginia church was expeled from SBC for asserting that women can be senior pastors

According to a recent report from Christopher Placek of the Daily Herald, the Village of Arlington Heights and the Chicago Bears are working on a resolution to position the suburb for another push to land the team. Placek reported that the village sent a proposed settlement to the Bears, which...

The Bears’ road back to Arlington Heights should be ‘much easier’ now

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Why Idaho Ranks in the Top 10 States Americans Are Flocking To in 2024. A lot of Idahoans are saying 'Idaho is FULL! Go find somewhere else to live!'. With that said, MANY people and their families are flocking to this state and calling it home.

Why Is Everyone Relocating To Idaho?

Norfolk, VA

Fifty percent of Norfolk church has high blood pressure. 3WTKR reports that Pastor Reverend Dr. Geoffrey Guns of Second Calvery Baptist Church in Norfolk made a startling discovery in March. He asked congregants who had high blood pressure to stand and half of the congregation rose to their feet.

Virginia pastor reveals half of his African American congregation has hypertension

Georgia State

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When it comes to living a longer life in Georgia, location matters. And living in one of Georgia's top counties for longevity can add up to 13 years of extra life expectancy as compared to its bottom-ranked counties.

Huge Life Expectancy Gap Revealed Between Georgia's Urban, Rural Counties

Colorado State

Cripple Creek, CO

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(Colorado) Colorado has many gems - Pikes Peak, Rocky Mountain National Park, Maroon Bells, and two of Thomas Dambo's wooden trolls. Dambo is a Danish artist, and his trolls are worldwide. Each troll serves as a unique tribute to the place they inhabit, honoring the history and culture of the location.

"Rita the Rock Planter" should be on your Colorado summer bucket list

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently introduced Bagel, who they describe as a “deliciously petite” French Bulldog. According to Sandy Paws Rescue, Bagel, who is only 22 lbs, is a medium energy dog who "enjoys a good run around the yard chasing squirrels, or a nice walk, but also loves to snooze away the day."

Meet Bagel: A "Deliciously Petite" French Bulldog Looking For Love

Denver, CO

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A pair of migrant families with children living in a homeless encampment in Denver are trying to raise money to buy two trailers with working bathrooms and kitchens, according to Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND.

Denver homeless migrant families with children want to buy trailers

Missouri State

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According to Shakey's website, this pizza parlor is only in California, North Carolina, and Washington state in the U.S. now. This was my family's go-to pizza joint when my father was stationed with the Air Force outside of Omaha, Nebraska. We liked it so much, that when we were transferred again, it was hopeful we'd find another one.

Shakey's Pizza Parlor and nostalgia: the first franchised pizza restaurant also landed in Missouri

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

Some might say that oyster shells and pottery shards buried a thousand years ago are just garbage. But to a group of archaeology students who are uncovering them in the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, they are true treasures.

UNF students dig deep into the history of an ancient people

Kansas City, MO

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It's getting sticky outside, and the kids are home from school. They don't want to go to camp. You don't want to go work. Instead, let's all just stay home, enjoy the air conditioning, adopt a cat or two, and spend the rest of the summer chilling with the kitties.

These five cats will give you a major dose of summertime fun

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

Is dance one of your new hobbies? Dancing has existed for many centuries and it is common globally. Various communities have different dancing styles. Yet, some zodiac signs are talented dancers, unlike others.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Love to Dance

Virginia State

For General Hospital fans in the Commonwealth, there is an update. Josh Kelly, who portrays Cody Bell, has revealed he is dating Chloe Lanier, who used to play nasty Nelle Benson on the ABC soap. Soaps in Depth broke the news, and Virginia viewers are reacting on Facebook.

General Hospital breaking news actor Josh  Kelly is dating former cast member Chloe Lanier

California State

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CALIFORNIA – There are 11 banks currently in the process of closing in California, according to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). The closings, in addition to the 80 previous bank closures in 2024, are attributed to a move towards online banking.

11 bank branches closing soon in California – 80 closures so far in 2024

Greene County, MO

On September 30, 1970, in the early hours of the morning after midnight, two tractor-trailer rigs were rolling eastbound on I-44 in Greene County. The drivers had no idea what was going to happen.

The I-44 explosion in Greene County, Missouri over 50 years ago: a tragedy that's still remembered

Joplin, MO

The location of the Undercliff Grill & Bar has some interesting history. It's a family-owned venue located at 6385 Old Highway 71 in Tipton Ford, Missouri according to its website. This restaurant might be a hidden gem if you're looking for an interesting dining experience under a cliff.

Yes, that's a cliff: the Undercliff Grill & Bar in Joplin, Missouri

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Springfield Jazz Festival set to kick off next week with New Orleans musician

The swinging sounds of New Orleans will be coming to town when Glen David Andrews kicks off this year’s Springfield Jazz Festival...

Springfield Jazz Festival set to kick off next week with New Orleans musician

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