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  • Jarrett Paytons NFL anniversary
  • This year marks 20 years since Chicago Bears great, Walter Payton was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame.
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  • Now to some fun events for the whole family happening Sunday.
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  • USO Clark After Dark Event
  • On Thursday, August 15, 2013, you're invited to the fun "Clark After Dark" block party, which raises money for the USO of Illinois.
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  • Chicago Korean Festival
  • On Saturday, August 10, 2013, and Sunday, August 11, 2013, the Chicago Korean Festival is taking place. It features food, dance, music and more.
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  • Dating after Divorce
  • With 50 percent of marriages ending in divorce, so many people are afraid of getting back in the dating game.
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  • Lou Ferrigno
  • Actor, motivational speaker, fitness trainer/consultant, and retired professional bodybuilder.
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  • Tiffany Brooks- HGTV Star Winner
  • Tiffany Brooks says her mission is to create the ultimate living environment that's tailored to each of her client's needs.
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  • Fall trends
  • Jill Salama has a look at the "Must Have Trends for Fall" when it comes to accessories from necklaces to bags to shoes and makeup.
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  • Bud Billiken Parade
  • A Chicago summertime tradition returns when the Bud Billiken Parade steps off Saturday, August 10.
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  • You can experience Cuban culture in Chicago at the Festival Cubano. It's under way in Riis Park and features food, music and more. Alejandro Riera with the festival came into our ABC7 studio with Alberto González, owner of 90 Miles Cuban Café, to tell us about the festival and to show us how to make Cuban Lechon.
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  • Fill The Boot Campaign
  • On Friday, August 9, 2013, you'll see firefighters out and about as they're asking you to drop a little something into their boots during the Chicago Fire Department Local 2 Fill the Boot Drive for MDA.
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  • Relieving Back and Spinal Stress
  • By mid afternoon most of us have been sitting at our desk for hours. and for many Chicagoans getting home at the end of the day requires a long train, bus, bike or car ride.
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  • Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
  • This summer is the first time in two decades that Oscar Mayer has given consumers the opportunity to influence where its Wienermobiles will go, allowing fans to control its fleet of six iconic vehicles as part of the new Wienermobile Run program.
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  • Exercise and Pregnancy: The Baby Weight
  • Exercise during pregnancy is good for the expecting mother and good for the baby.
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  • Scam Alert: Medic Alert Robo Calls
  • Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois (BBB) is warning consumers of automated calls promising them a free medical alert system.
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  • Since its first issue, Jet magazine has changed through the years to keep up with the times and the changing magazine industry.
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  • Adoptable pets and fashion combine for fundraising event to benefit the Anti-Cruelty Society.
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  • Financial Planning for Baby
  • William and Kate's new royal baby, George Alexander Louis, won't have to worry about his financial future, but for everyone else planning to add to their family, a baby is a big financial burden.
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  • Come out this Sunday to the North Shore to see some cherry automobiles and to donate some teddy bears to a good cause.
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  • Most homeowners have their air conditioners kicked into full gear about now. In order to help your utility bill down and prevent a breakdown, you might want to follow simple steps.
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  • Whether you have a puppy that needs to be housebroken or you want to teach your adult dog a trick, there are lots of tips that can help you start out.
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  • As ''The Dog Days of Summer'' are finally upon us, we need remember our pets. Dogs can easily burn their paws on hot blacktop or pick up nasty bacteria when enjoying a day at the beach.
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  • WATCH ABC is a new way to experience ABC television! Watch your favorite TV shows and local programming - LIVE or ON DEMAND - at home or on the go.
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  • FitBit Flex wireless bracelet
  • USA Today Tech Contributor Marc Saltzman list of best gadgets for fitness and summer fun.
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  • More than 50-million Americans know how to knit or crochet, including superstar celebrities Ryan Gosling and Julia Roberts. But did you know that knitting can actually save your life?
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  • A social media expert joins us to explain the new Facebook Graph Search and how to protect your privacy.
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  • The heat has finally arrived, and we're kicking off ''The Dog Days of Summer Week'' with everything fun for dogs. And what better way to spoil your pooch than with toys?
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  • The outdoor running season is in full swing, and while most athletes know they need to prepare before a race, many might forget about the recovery their bodies need after the race.
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  • On Monday, July 15, 2013, Chicago House will cut the ribbon to open the new Chicago House TransLife Center, the nation's first transgender housing right here in Chicago in Edgewater.
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  • On Saturday, July 20, 2013, you can roll around in the mud and help a good cause at the same time.
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  • That painting project you've been dreading just got easier. There are new products and tools out there that can make all the difference. Frank Barbaria of Splash Pro Services show us his tricks of the trade.
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  • WilleyWorld Community Products presents the play ''Deathtrap'' as part of its fifth annual summer show in Ottawa, Ill.
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  • The news is packed with scandals, second chances and public relations nightmares for high-profile people from politicians to celebrity chefs.
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  • On Tuesday, July 16, at 6pm, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers will auction the original 1961 Blackhawks championship banner that hung in the old Chicago Stadium.
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  • If you are city dweller with children then you probably know that city outdoor spaces can be tight.
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  • As you grow your own, or buy your fruits and veggies this summer you may want to think about pickling.
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  • Several products can help protect your hair from the sun, chlorine and water.
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  • Whether you're headed to the beach or to the pool this summer there are several products you can use to help protect your hair from the sun, chlorine and water.
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  • Style expert, Kevin Aeh show's a range of items from jewelry to skincare and clothing to alcohol that's all made right here in Chicago.
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  • Now to some fun events for the whole family happening Sunday.
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  • Since we have closed on the first half of 2013 already it is a great time to review some key financial items now before the end of the year is upon us.
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  • There are more than books at the library these days. The Chicago Public Library is opening an Innovation Lab next week at the Harold Washington Library Center.
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  • Summer generally means our moods lighten up, and we break out brighter colors all around.
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  • Are Natural Remedies really effective at keeping Mosquitoes Away?
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  • Cameras and other recording devices are getting smaller and smaller and appearing many unexpected and hidden places.
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