Marcus Leshock
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JUST IN: The Chicago Cubs are releasing their own romantic comedy series on social media. NINE INNINGS TO LOVE will follow two young fans who meet in the bleachers and spark a special connection. The series will feature 17 short form episodes, all produced by the team’s creative arm Cubs Productions. It premieres on September 4th on the Chicago Cubs TikTok. ⚾️ ♥️
Marcus Leshock1,390,250 views • 7 days ago
UPDATE: Dolly Parton shared an update on health issues that led to her cancelling at appearance at Dollywood today. “Sometimes I get a little dizzy and I get dehydrated,” Dolly said in a recorded video. “My doctor kind of clipped my wings and said ‘you ain’t traveling this week.’ So I guess if your doctor tells you you ain’t traveling this week, you ain’t traveling this week!” Dolly added that she continues to work on her many projects like a hotel in Nashville and a Broadway show based on her life. Get well soon, Dolly Parton! 🦋
Marcus Leshock704,831 views • 24 days ago
Glen Hansard has died after being involved in a motorcycle crash in Dublin. Glen and Marketa Irglova performed "Into The Mystic" for us on the streets of Chicago while promoting the movie "Once" in 2008. I thought it would be fitting to share this today to remember his incredible talent and the passion he brought to every performance, big or small. Glen Hansard was just 56 years old. RIP.
Marcus Leshock238,344 views • 1 month ago
UPDATE: The Illinois Tollway will vote on the biggest toll rate hike in state history this morning. If this measure is approved, I-Pass users would pay about 45 cents more per toll starting January 1, 2027. If you are a commercial truck driver, rates will increase about 30%. The rates would then automatically rise every year according to inflation, with no public hearings, every other year starting in 2029. The Tollway says the hikes would generate about $1 billion every year, and the money would be used for their latest construction projects. WGN TV News talked with commuters yesterday who aren’t thrilled with the increase. Will this change the way you commute if the rate hike is approved?
Marcus Leshock99,627 views • 20 days ago
BREAKING: The AMERICAN EAGLE roller coaster will RACE ONCE AGAIN at Six Flags Great America for the first time in nearly a decade. The park announced that EAGLE will race during the park’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, which is happening from June 20-August 9. The classic wooden roller coaster opened in 1981 with a red train and blue train racing side by side. It is the tallest, fastest, and longest racing wooden roller coaster in the world. Six Flags Great America opened to the public 50 years ago today - May 29, 1976. In honor of the big day, the park is handing out party hats and some treats. There will be a fireworks show at 9:30pm.
Marcus Leshock307,161 views • 3 months ago
NEW: A CBS Chicago crew was attacked near the Adler Planetarium yesterday and three people are now in custody. A CBS reporter and photographer were approached by three men in a tow truck before a live report yesterday afternoon. CBS says a man got out while shouting racial slurs and ordering his dog to attack. Another man smashed their camera, while a third broke their windshield. The men took off without physically harming the reporter or photographer. 20 minutes later, police tracked the two truck to Brighton Park, where witnesses say the men were pointing a gun at people on the street. The suspects were taken into custody after a chase and a crash. A high powered rifle was confiscated from that tow truck. The identity of the people in custody has not been released.
Marcus Leshock204,189 views • 2 months ago
SB19 MAKES HISTORY at Lollapalooza 2026: The pop group became the first Filipino act to ever hit the stage at the music festival. There were fans from all over the world, especially from the Philippines, to take in this big moment in P-Pop history. Have you ever heard SB19 Official? I enjoyed meeting many of their fans and learning about Filipino pop music.
Marcus Leshock81,097 views • 1 month ago
NEW: The one and only Dolly Parton was in attendance for opening day at Dollywood today! Thousands of people - young and not-as-young - lined the paths of the Pigeon Forge theme park to get a glimpse as the legendary singer and Dreamer-In-Chief rode by in the homecoming parade. It was great to see Dolly back out and about, even answering questions on stage and talking about all of the things coming to Dollywood and beyond this year. She is truly one of the best there is. 🦋
Marcus Leshock302,479 views • 5 months ago
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WHAT ARE THE CHANCES?! Big Cat won ANOTHER 50/50 raffle at Wrigley Field just days after collecting his big check for his previous win! 🤯🤣 And he's once again donating the winnings to charity Lost Boyz Inc.. Congrats, Big Cat. As seen on WGN Morning News Trending News.
Marcus Leshock51,609 views • 1 month ago
STINKY SITUATION: People in Thornton, Illinois say a foul smell is coming from a water reservoir that is at 94% capacity due to recent rain. WGN's Angelica Sanchez spoke with Thornton American Legion manager Lisa Gierucki, who said people aren't even going in their yards because of the stench. "It smells like a bunch of dirty poopy diapers or just poop on the street," Gierucki says. "When it rains and it's hot, it's horrific." WGN also spoke with the Village Clerk, who said the smell has become unbearable at times, and could get worse as water recedes this week. They added that there isn't much they can do, because the reservoir is run by the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. The District has not responded to questions about the smell.
Marcus Leshock53,121 views • 2 months ago
NEW: A new family area CAMP TIMBER TRAIL is coming to Six Flags Great America in 2027, featuring SKY HAWK - the Midwest's longest, tallest and fastest suspended family coaster. The new area will transform the Yukon Territory section of . The new roller coaster will be the centerpiece attraction of the newly themed section of the park. The park says the ride will "send riders soaring through treetops on an exhilarating flight that combines thrills with stunning views of the woodland landscape below." The coaster is located in the area formerly home to the Winner Circle Go Karts. TRAIL TROTTERS will be another new attraction, "an imaginative animal trek that invites guests on a wilderness journey filled with exploration and discovery." It looks like this will be located in the former Camp Cartoon area of Yukon Territory. CAMP TIMBER TRAIL will also feature numerous rethemed former attractions, including: CHIRP CHASER: This will be the former Sprocket Rockets roller coaster. It's still there, but getting a new theme. WILDERNESS WAGON: This is the former Crazy Bus attraction CREEK CRUISER: This is the former Yahoo River ride, featuring boats that travel slowly in a circle. BEE BOPPIN': These are the beloved Buzzy Beez that travel in a slow circle. They'll get some slight new theming and a new spot in the park. Both LITTLE DIPPER and LOGGER'S RUN remain in this section of the park with their current themes. Six Flags says the area will also offer "guests themed dining, specialty treats, shopping and immersive environmental storytelling throughout." I'll be at Six Flags Great America for their official announcement later this morning! Stay tuned for live updates!
Marcus Leshock31,072 views • 1 month ago
NEW: City of Chicago releases animation of new CONCOURSE D coming to O’Hare International Airport. The $1.3 billion project features: ✈️ 19 new gates for narrow and wide body aircraft ☀️ Skylit multi-level space 🌳 Tree-like columns that pay homage to orchards that once sat on the land 🏢 Views of the Chicago skyline through giant floor to ceiling windows The concourse project broke ground in 2025 as part of the ORDNext project and is scheduled to be finished in late 2028. Future additions are expected to include a Concourse E and an O’Hare Global Terminal, all connected by an underground tunnel system. The city says the project will deliver 14 percent more gate capacity.
Marcus Leshock146,796 views • 7 months ago
Let’s take a ride on THE AMERICAN EAGLE at Six Flags Great America - front row! 🎢🙌 🦅 🇺🇸 147’ first drop 66mph top speed Opened in 1981 as the world’s fastest, tallest, and longest wooden roller coaster I have so many great memories riding this with my parents and with friends growing up. When it was in its prime and still able to race, the ride was truly special. Are you a Six Flags Great America Eagle fan? WGN Morning News
Marcus Leshock67,642 views • 4 months ago