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The Bears are banning tailgating at Soldier Field during games. [S-T]

Former Alderman Arenda Troutman, who was caught on tape saying "most aldermen, most politicians are hos," unexpectedly pleaded guilty today to 13 counts of extortion, bribery, mail fraud and income tax evasion. She's facing around 5 years in prison. [Trib]

Rats can get into your house through your toilet. I'm never sleeping again. [Fox 32]

The Bulls will start their season October 28 against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks' coach? Scott Skiles. [Trib]

Tracy Letts is adapting his August: Osage County for the big screen. [Variety]

This story of a neglected little girl in Florida is astonishing. [St. Petersburg Times]