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Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL
With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.
More from Maria →Reporter · Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM · 1 min read
One would be hard-pressed to find something that didn't go well for the Chicago Bears in their Monday night victory over the Seattle Seahawks, regardless of phase.
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