All Stories from June 12, 2026 (Change date)
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From YouTube to Disney+: Preschool hit ‘Gracie’s Corner’ lands streaming and development dealJun 12, 2026 12:03 pm - During the pandemic, husband-and-wife professors noticed their kids’ educational videos lacked Black characters. So they created "Gracie's Corner," an animated educational series that blends nursery rhymes with hip-hop and R&B while teaching literacy, math and social-emotional skills. The show is now headed to Disney+.
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Police: 8-year-old boy found dead in pond near Wheeling homeJun 12, 2026 11:44 am - An 8-year-old Wheeling boy was found dead in a pond near his home late Thursday, according to police.
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Juneteenth in the Burbs returns to Harper College to celebrate freedom, culture and communityJun 12, 2026 11:34 am - Harper College will host Juneteenth in the Burbs from 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 20, on its Palatine campus. The free event is open to everyone and will feature food, performances, vendors and more.
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Coby Bryant brings his fiery intensity to a new-look secondary for the Chicago BearsJun 12, 2026 11:24 am - Coby Bryant's fiery intensity is part of a new-look secondary for the Chicago Bears after the safety signed a $40 million, three-year contract with the team in free agency. The 27-year-old Bryant was a key member of Seattle's dominant defense last season, helping the Seahawks to the franchise's second Super Bowl championship.
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3 health benefits of marriage — and an important catchJun 12, 2026 11:21 am - Relationships — whether romantic, platonic or familial — are powerful contributors to well-being. Having close social ties and support can improve health and maybe even increase longevity. However, some research suggests that being married could come with specific health-related benefits.
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Ibuprofen vs. acetaminophen: Which pain reliever should you use?Jun 12, 2026 11:17 am - While both acetaminophen and ibuprofen can relieve pain and reduce fevers, the science suggests there are times when one may have an advantage over the other.
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How the Cubs used Edward Cabrera’s 15-day IL stint to get his stuff backJun 12, 2026 11:17 am - The Cubs took advantage of pitcher Edward Cabrera’s recent stint on the injured list with a blister to try to make improvements in his mechanics.
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How to reduce back pain while you are sleepingJun 12, 2026 11:16 am - Climbing into bed at night should feel like a welcome relief. But for people with back pain, the discomfort doesn’t necessarily stop just because the day is ending. Luckily, there’s a simple step you can take, and all you need is a pillow.
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Bonnie Lane: When common behaviors become addictionsJun 12, 2026 11:14 am - Pay attention to your college or high school student’s behaviors, especially now that summer break has arrived. If they’re spending too many hours gaming or spending money unwisely while letting other responsibilities go, you may be seeing an emerging mental health condition known as a process addiction.
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Ask the doctors: HIPAA gives you the right to see your medical recordsJun 12, 2026 11:12 am - Under HIPAA, you are entitled to view your medical test results. This includes laboratory tests, imaging studies, pathology reports, genetic test results and doctors' notes.