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US military launches new airstrikes to 'swiftly punish' Iran for deaths of US troops

The U.S. military said Saturday that it launched new airstrikes against Iran to “swiftly punish” the country’s Revolutionary Guard for an attack in Jordan that killed two American service members, left one missing and four requiring hospitalization.

State Rep. Harry Benton, a Plainfield Democrat, center, sits in the House chamber as lawmakers discuss bills at the Illinois State Capitol on April 8, 2026.

Illinois House Speaker Welch’s office knew of harassment claims against disgraced state Rep. Benton years ago

When he detailed the steps his office took that led state Rep. Harry Benton to resign his seat amid allegations of sexual harassment, House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch praised those who “trusted our office to listen, support them and ensure their concerns were handled appropriately.”

The New York City skyline is seen through a cover of wildfire smoke Friday from Jersey City, N.J.

Wildfire smoke kills tens of thousands of people a year. Here’s how it attacks the body

Smoke from wildfires — which are burning more of the Northern Hemisphere as Earth warms — attacks nearly every system in the human body, killing tens of thousands of people a year, numerous medical studies show.

Spain fans gather for a rally on the eve of the World Cup final soccer match in New York's Times Square Saturday.

The World Cup final awaits, with Messi and defending champion Argentina set to face Spain

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Lionel Messi rarely loses. Spain never loses. That's been how things have worked in recent years, anyway. Soccer's best player and soccer's domina...

Former Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo holds up the 2016 World Series Championship trophy as his walks on the field before a baseball game between the Minnesota Twins and the Chicago Cubs in Chicago, Saturday, July 18, 2026.

Getting a grip: Rizzo, ‘16 Cubs assist in victory over Twins

There was pretty good symmetry building Saturday between the 2026 Cubs and 2016 Cubs, who reunited for the 10-year anniversary of the World Series win.

Chicago White Sox starter Davis Martin delivers against the Blue Jays during the first inning Saturday, July 18, 2026, in Toronto.

Davis Martin the tough-luck loser in Chicago White Sox’s 1-0 defeat, ending their 4-game winning streak

TORONTO — Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami led off the fourth inning of Saturday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays with a double. He would be strande...

Data centers have united Americans of both parties in a shared hatred

Kyle Schmidt ticked through what makes him irate about the massive Google data center slated for construction about a mile away from his home near Sand Springs, Oklahoma.

Take a spin on a carnival ride during the Kane County Fair in St. Charles Wednesday through Sunday, July 15-19.

Things to do July 17-23: Kane and DuPage county fairs, Lake Zurich Alpine Fest, Sugar Grove Corn Boil and more

Mark your calendar for the Kane and DuPage county fairs, Lake Zurich Alpine Fest, Rotary Fest in Elk Grove Village, Vernon Hills Days, Naper Nights Concert Series, Sugar Grove Corn Boil, Lombard Brew Fest and more.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
 

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