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Former NFL star Chris Johnson reveals ALS diagnosis at 39

  • Jun 29

Steve McMichael diagnosed posthumously with CTE

  • Apr 8

Eric Dane's advocacy for ALS was the most powerful role of his career

  • Feb 21

Chicago River Swim raises funds for ALS research

  • Sep 21, 2025

Thousands step off from Soldier Field in 2025 ALS Walk for Life

  • Sep 20, 2025

Former 'Grey's Anatomy' star Eric Dane opens up about ALS battle

  • Jun 16, 2025

Walk ALS to support awareness, pay tribute to late Bears legend Mongo

  • May 23, 2025

Memorial service held for late Bears legend Steve 'Mongo' McMichael

  • May 15, 2025

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Former NFL star Chris Johnson reveals ALS diagnosis at 39

  • Jun 29
4:58

Walk ALS to support awareness, pay tribute to late Bears legend Mongo

  • May 23, 2025
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Bears legend Steve McMichael expected to leave hospital Thursday

  • Feb 22, 2024
1:21

Bears Hall of Famer Steve McMichael remains hospitalized with infection

  • Feb 16, 2024
1:12

Bears Hall of Famer McMichael in ICU with infection, family says

  • Feb 16, 2024
1:27

First responders hold fundraiser for Bears great Steve McMichael

  • Sep 14, 2023
1:43

Steve McMichael, battling ALS, among 3 senior Hall of Fame finalists

  • Aug 23, 2023
0:33

Steve McMichael's 'health is improving,' family says

  • Aug 5, 2023

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Chicago Bears legend Steve 'Mongo' McMichael dies at 67 after ALS battle, family spokesperson says

Legendary Chicago Bears defensive tackle Stephen "Mongo" McMichael has died at age 67 after a battle with ALS, a family spokesperson confirmed to ABC7 Chicago.

  • Apr 24, 2025

Former 'Grey's Anatomy' star Eric Dane reveals ALS diagnosis, says he'll return to 'Euphoria'

Former "Grey's Anatomy" star Eric Dane revealed he has been diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

  • Apr 11, 2025

Annual love-themed charity event supports ALS United Greater Chicago

This weekend there is a Valentine's Day charity event happening Saturday, February 8 at 7:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m.

  • Feb 6, 2025

ALS took a young mother's voice away. AI helped her regain it

Thanks to artificial intelligence technology, the 42-year-old said she can successfully communicate using a program that sounds like her old voice.

  • Oct 18, 2024

ALS Walk for Life to step off from Soldier Field Saturday

The 2-mile walk is the Les Turner ALS Foundation's biggest fundraiser of the year.

  • Sep 14, 2024