What We Know About the Victims in the Illinois Parade Mass Shooting
A person of interest wanted in connection with a mass shooting at the Highland Park Independence Day parade is in custody, police announced Monday evening.
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Injuries in Illinois Fourth of July Parade Mass Shooting Rise to 47
The number of people injured in the mass shooting at the Highland Park Fourth of July parade Monday has risen to 47, officials say, and details have started to emerge about those who lost their lives in the tragedy.
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‘Panic Mode': Witnesses Recount Mass Shooting at Illinois Parade
Witnesses reported panic and screaming after gunfire erupted during the Highland Park Independence Day parade Monday, killing at least six people.
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6 Killed in Illinois July Fourth Parade Shooting; Person of Interest Arrested
At least six people were killed Monday morning in a shooting at Highland Park’s Independence Day parade in Illinois. A suspect has been arrested.
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Is TikTok Really a National Security Threat? It's Complicated
TikTok is facing renewed accusations that it’s a threat to national security after an FCC commissioner accused the social media giant of harvesting data from its users for China. So is TikTok really a danger? CNBC correspondent Steve Kovach explains why the truth is not so simple.
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Life Before Roe vs. Wade: A Historian Shares How Abortion Laws Looked Before 1973
Millions of people’s lives changed Friday, June 24th. The Supreme Court of the United States announced its decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. That means there’s no more constitutional guarantee of abortion rights and it’s up to each individual state to decide the legality of abortions. The reasoning behind it: our country... -
Welcome to the Republic of Molossia — a Self-Proclaimed Country in Western Nevada
The Republic of Molossia may not have the recognition of the international community — but it has its own flag, stamps, currency and a navy made of inflatable kayaks. And its self-proclaimed president, Kevin Baugh, says that’s good enough for him. LX News correspondent Matt Dworzańczyk visits Molossia to find out what we can learn from this not-so-... -
Skating Through Some Fun Facts About ‘Jurassic Park'
With the release of “Jurassic World: Dominion” in theaters, LX News’ Nik Z looks back on the iconic franchise — and we made sure he was dressed for the occasion. Here are a few facts about “Jurassic Park,” the first film in the franchise.
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Take a Tour of Chicago's Willis Tower and Skydeck with LX News
Chicago’s Willis Tower is the 8th tallest building in the world and the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. LX News host Eric Alvarez goes all the way to the top to the Skydeck — and takes you along for the trip.
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Expect a Hectic Weekend for Airline Travel
Low staffing or unexpected shortages due to COVID-19 and labor strikes, plus “aggressive scheduling,” have led to many flights being canceled recently — and now inclement weather and a holiday rush will hit the industry for the July 4 weekend. LX News storyteller Clark Fouraker chats with Nick Ewen, director of content at The Points Guy... -
The NYC Marathon Added a Nonbinary Category in 2021 — And This Runner Was First to Win
Zackary Harris, the inaugural winner of the nonbinary gender category in the New York City Marathon, talks about representation in sports and what they hope for the future when it comes to athletes and identity.
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Why Wearing the American Flag is Technically Illegal
Putting the American flag on bikinis, napkins and bedsheets is against the law, but here’s why you shouldn’t worry.
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Democrats, Young Voters Have Closed the Enthusiasm Gap 4 Months Before 2022 Midterms
Republicans no longer hold an advantage in voter enthusiasm over Democrats heading into the 2022 midterm elections, according to new polling from Morning Consult and Politico. The latest data, which shows a surge in interest among Democratic and independent voters, comes after two months of intense political debate over abortion access, gun rights,...
