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Normal Community prevails over Chicago Kenwood in Class 7A thriller
By Samantha Lee
Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict
Samantha Lee
Samantha Lee
Reporter · Bloomington, IL
Samantha is a dedicated community journalist with a Master’s degree in Journalism from Columbia College Chicago. Having previously reported for the Chicago Tribune's local news section, she brings a wealth of experience in covering community events and issues that matter to Bloomington residents.
More from Samantha →Reporter · Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 7:30 PM · 1 min read
Bears are having a very bad year. Across much of the U.S., a warm winter and persistent drought have decimated the natural foods that black and brown bears rely on.
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