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On legs of six rushing touchdowns, Chicago Bears run past Panthers to open 2026 season

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On the legs of 291 rushing yards and six total rushing touchdowns, the Chicago Bears moved to 1-0 with a win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

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Alec Burleson hit a go-ahead, bases-clearing double in the bottom of the sixth inning and Michael McGreevy pitched six effective innings for the host Cardinals to beat the White Sox.

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Recap: Chicago Bears’ offense historic in Week 1 romp over Carolina Panthers

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The Chicago Bears’ offense erupted for 59 points and 552 yards of total offense in a Week 1 victory over the Carolina Panthers.

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Teen Court program eyes expansion in Lake County

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Lake County Teen Court prepares expansion of juvenile diversion program.

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Dangerous currents and waves up to 6 feet are expected along Northwest Indiana beaches Sunday.

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UPDATE | Structure fire erupts at residence near Lakes of the Four Seasons

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The Lakes of the Four Seasons Fire Force responded to a structure fire at a residence Sunday afternoon, and residents are being asked to avoid the area.

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