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Chicago MMA fighter dies after competition at Cicero Stadium, officials say

CICERO, Ill. (WLS) — A Chicago MMA fighter died after a competition Friday night at a suburban stadium, officials said. The death happened at Cicero Stadium, 1909 S. Laramie Ave. in Cicero, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Isaac Johnson, 31, died at the location, officials said. His cause of death has not been revealed. A spokesperson for the town of Cicero confirmed that an ambulance took an injured fighter to Loyola University Medical Center around 8: 38 p. m. Friday and he was pronounced dead Saturday morning. The deceased fighter was identified as Johnson, who lived in Chicago. Promotions for the Matador Fighter Challenge Friday night at Cicero Stadium showed Isaac Johnson in a heavyweight Thai matchup. A fight promoter posted a message to social media Saturday, saying Johnson collapsed at the end of his fight Friday. Cicero police are investigating. No further information was immediately available.
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“Sunday Morning” 2025 “Food Issue” recipe index

Click on the links below for holiday recipes and delicious menu suggestions from top chefs, cookbook authors, food writers, restaurateurs, and the editors of New York Times Cooking, including dishes featured on “Sunday Morning”‘s special “Food Issue.” Don’t miss our annual holiday broadcast Sunday, November 23! Appetizers Marissa Mullen’s Winter Holiday Antipasto Platter Breakfast Haddock Hash, from the Villager Cafe Maine Blueberry Pancakes with Blueberry Compote, from the Villager Cafe Lunch Falafel-Inspired Cauliflower Pita Sandwiches, from Real Pickles Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup, from The Villager Cafe Grilled Cheese with Cheddar, Apple, & Sauerkraut, from Real Pickles Entrees Air Fryer Turkey Breast with Gravy (from Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen) Chicken Pot Pie, from Poorhouse Pies Dr. Uma’s Healthy-ish Mac & Cheese Korean Fried Chicken Bites by Judy Joo Make-Ahead Roast Turkey, Roasted Mushroom and Green Bean Casserole, Uma’s Cherry Calm Smoothie Mulled Cider, from New York Times Cooking Leftovers Still hungry? Check out these recipes from our past “Food Issue” broadcasts:.
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Aurora middle school teacher charged with sexual assault of former student, officials say

WHEATON, Ill. (WLS) — A middle school teacher in Aurora has been charged with the sexual assault of a former student, DuPage County officials announced.

Jessica Bergmann, 34, a resident of Wheaton and a teacher at Washington Middle School in Aurora, was arrested Friday. According to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office, Bergmann is accused of having a sexual relationship with a former middle school student during the student’s sophomore year in high school.

Bergmann faces multiple charges, including one count of Criminal Sexual Assault Position of Authority (Class 1 Felony), one count of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse Position of Authority (Class 1 Felony), and one count of Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse (Class 2 Felony).

In a statement, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin condemned the alleged actions, saying, “The profound abuse of trust and authority allegedly displayed by Ms. Bergmann is extremely disturbing and will be met with the full force of the law. Teachers are entrusted with our students’ wellbeing. They are given the awesome responsibility to guide and protect our students, not to harm or exploit them. A teacher who takes advantage of a student, as alleged in this case, is not only breaking the law, but they are also breaking the trust placed in them by the community, the school, and the victim’s family.”

Bergmann is scheduled to appear in court on December 1.

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Zohran Mamdani serves meals at Islamic center in Puerto Rico

**New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani Visits Puerto Rico for the Somos Conference**

*Published November 7, 2025 | CBS News*

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is currently in Puerto Rico attending the annual Somos Conference. During his visit on Friday, Mamdani took time to visit an Islamic center where he participated in serving meals to the local community.

This meaningful engagement highlights Mamdani’s commitment to cultural exchange and community service.

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FT Exclusive: Jensen Huang has warned that China will beat the US in the artificial intelligence race, thanks to lower energy costs and looser regulations.

FT on X | 11/06/2025 | FT

**FT Exclusive:** Jensen Huang has warned that China will beat the US in the artificial intelligence race, citing lower energy costs and looser regulations as key advantages.

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**KEYWORDS:** AI, Jensen Huang

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Israel debates help the Left

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Sorry, but they are pointless. The left laughs and loves when we do them. Nothing else matters but stopping the Globalists and the left. This may anger some, but the left is the mortal enemy.

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Sen. Ron Johnson says Kash Patel and Bondi are being thwarted by partisan actors and potential sabotage (“Arctic Frost”)

**Senator Calls for More Whistleblowers to Restore Integrity at DOJ and FBI**

*Nov 1 | Sen. R*

Senator R has emphasized the urgent need for more whistleblowers who are committed to restoring the integrity and credibility of the Department of Justice (@TheJusticeDept) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (@FBI). He expressed concern that partisan actors embedded within these agencies may be undermining the efforts of the Trump Administration.

Several top senators, including Grassley and others, are aligned with this perspective. The AI analysis provides important context: the records referenced by Senator Johnson consist of over 1,700 pages of subpoena documents from Special Counsel Jack Smith’s “Arctic Frost” investigation. This investigation targets phone records and data from more than 400 Republicans—including lawmakers and Trump allies—linked to challenges surrounding the 2020 election.

Grassley and Johnson allege that the DOJ and FBI are weaponizing their authority in the so-called “fake electors” probe against political opponents. This situation highlights deep concerns over institutional bias potentially sabotaging necessary reforms.

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