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Wildlife Agencies Warn of Rising Bear EncountersEnvironment — 2dWildlife officials across several states warn that black bears are ranging more widely as they enter hyperphagia, increasing food intake and searching for calories before winter; reduced natural food supplies may further draw them into neighborhoods, campsites and roadways. Residents are urged to secure trash, pet food and other attractants, while staying alert—especially at dawn, dusk and when driving—to reduce dangerous encounters for people and bears.

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Broins Donate 20 Acres to Expand Great BearEnvironment — 2dJeff and Tammie Broin are donating about 20.5 acres adjoining Sioux Falls’ Great Bear Recreation Park, expanding the park’s footprint and preserving land for conservation and future recreation. The city has no immediate development plans, and the donation still requires approval by the parks board and City Council.

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“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” — Colossians 3:13, New International Version Holy Bible, New Internation — 1dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Build-A-Bear Plans Largest Workshop in OrlandoBusiness — 3dBuild-A-Bear plans to open its largest location, a three-story store at Orlando’s ICON Park, in November. It will feature an appointment-only Design Studio where guests can create custom plush toys, plus a Bakeshop and expanded personalization options.

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Bear 89 Backpack wins Fat Bear Week as Interior names him Lord of Lard — Oct 1, 2026Bear 89, known as Backpack, won Fat Bear Week 2026 on Tuesday after more than 2.3 million votes. The Interior Department called him Lord of Lard, Earl of Girth and Commander in Beef.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Bears' Caleb Williams Misses Third Straight Game — 3dThe Bears will be without hamstring-injured quarterback Caleb Williams for their Week 5 game against the Packers, with Tyson Bagent starting as Williams remains week-to-week. Running back Kyle Monangai, who sustained a thumb injury (and was later listed with a toe issue), is considered day-to-day and is expected to be okay.

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Packers Rule Micah Parsons Out Against Bears — 3dPackers coach Matt LaFleur said Micah Parsons will not practice this week and is ruled out against the Bears as he continues recovering from a torn ACL, with no firm return date. Green Bay also faces other injuries, including season-ending Achilles and neck injuries, while rookie cornerback Brandon Cisse’s neck issue appears unlikely to keep him out.

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Russia Plans Bear Controls After 22 Bear-Attack Deaths — Sep 30, 2026At least 22 people have been killed in bear attacks across Russia since spring, as bears increasingly enter populated areas amid food shortages linked to poor harvests and dry, milder conditions. The government is considering lifting hunting quotas, setting regional population limits and giving local authorities more power to manage bear numbers.

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Jets DE McGregor reportedly out for season — 3dJets DE Braiden McGregor tore a pectoral muscle in the Week 4 23-12 loss to the Bears and is out for the rest of the 2026 season.

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Maya Lindstrom Tough break for him personally but the whole rotation is already stretched thin without that production.

Black Bear Raids Aspen Farmers MarketLifestyle — Sep 28, 2026

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Priya Raman Living near the mountains means dealing with wildlife like this. Maybe close the market early if bears are spotted nearby.

Bears Set Keenum to Start Against Eagles — Sep 27, 2026Case Keenum starts Monday for the Bears against the Eagles. Bagent is backup after clearing protocol; Williams out 3-4 weeks with a Grade 2 hamstring.

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Sam Okafor Williams hamstring injury is a real setback for Chicago and might keep them from competing this month.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Jets’ Loss Raises Questions About Glenn’s Team Identity — 3dThe Jets’ 23-12 loss to the Bears was a lopsided performance that intensified concern about the team’s direction and Aaron Glenn’s job security. Glenn acknowledged changes are needed as New York tries to recover from a three-game losing streak and a 1-3 start.

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Backyard Bear Encounters Reported in Washington, North CarolinaWorld — Sep 23, 2026A 12-year-old boy in Bellingham, Washington, fought off a black bear that attacked him in his backyard; the bear then injured his father before fleeing, and both were treated for minor injuries. Wildlife officials have set a trap after the bear returned to the area, while the family says the encounter has not changed their view of the risks posed by local bears.

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Bears Beat Eagles 27-7 as Hurts Returns — Sep 27, 2026Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts left Monday night’s game against the Bears after taking a hard hit in the second quarter and was evaluated for a possible concussion. Backup Andy Dalton replaced him while Hurts remained in the medical tent, with his status uncertain.

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Saban Blames NIL for 33 Coaching Firings — 2dNick Saban blamed NIL-related fundraising for college football’s coaching turnover, arguing that donors who help pay players increasingly expect influence over program decisions and that coaches bear the consequences when expensive rosters fail to deliver. His remarks drew pushback from fans who said boosters have long wielded influence, amid broader debate over how NIL and revenue sharing are changing the sport.

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Eagles-Bears Matchup Set Amid Chicago QB Uncertainty — Sep 28, 2026The Bears head into their matchup with Philadelphia after a 9-3 loss and without quarterback Caleb Williams, leaving their offense facing another difficult test. The Eagles have allowed few passing yards, but their secondary has struggled to produce turnovers and their safeties have missed tackles, giving Chicago an area to target.

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Chris Dalton Bears without Williams are in for a grind, but if their backs can make the Eagles safeties miss more, it could stay closer than expected.

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” — Colossians 3:13, New International Version Holy Bible, New Internation — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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No. 8 BYU set to face Iowa State FridaySports — 3dUndefeated No. 8 BYU hosts Iowa State after the Cyclones’ explosive win over West Virginia, with dual-threat quarterback Bear Bachmeier and BYU’s home winning streak posing major challenges. The Cougars have looked uneven on offense, and coach Kalani Sitake said running back LJ Martin and linebacker Isaiah Glasker were doubtful for the game.

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Reports: Kuzmenko’s Father Killed in Siberia Bear Attack — Sep 24, 2026Alexander Kuzmenko, 62, father of Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko, died after a bear bit him on the head on a Siberia fishing trip on Sept. 23, 2026.

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Jets Face Four Week-to-Week Injuries Ahead of Bears Game — Sep 28, 2026Jets running back Breece Hall remains sidelined with a quadriceps injury and is unlikely to play against the Bears, while receiver Adonai Mitchell, tight end Mason Taylor and guard Dylan Parham are also week to week. Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick is trending toward a return, and backups Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis could shoulder more of the rushing workload.

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Jets Snap NFL-Record 20-Game Interception Drought — Oct 1, 2026Minkah Fitzpatrick ended the Jets’ record 20-game interception drought with a second-quarter pick of Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent. New York had gone an entire season without an interception, becoming the first NFL team to do so.

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Case Keenum dives in smiling, then gives God the glory after Bears’ 27-7 win — Sep 29, 2026In his first start since 2023, Case Keenum led Chicago past Philadelphia on Monday night, celebrated with his family, and thanked God for the night.

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Bears’ Bagent Enters Concussion Protocol, Eagles Availability Unclear — Sep 22, 2026Tyson Bagent is in the NFL concussion protocol and could miss Monday night’s game against the Philadelphia Eagles, potentially leaving the Bears with Case Keenum as the starter if Williams cannot go due to a hamstring injury. If both Bagent and Williams are unavailable, third-string rookie Miller Moss could be called up, highlighting the Bears’ precarious quarterback depth ahead of the matchup.

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Elena Vasquez Bagent's concussion on top of Williams' hamstring leaves the Bears in a tough spot for Monday night.

McConaughey says Harrelson snuck through window and slept in his bed — Sep 27, 2026On a Norway glacier, Matthew McConaughey told Bear Grylls that Woody Harrelson has snuck through his bedroom window unannounced and ended up in bed between him and Camila Alves.

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