CHICAGO (WLS) — Rod Blagojevich has been out of elective office for 13 years. He’s been out of prison for 20 months. But he’s never been out of quips, quotes, and commentary. “Being Blago” isn’t just a cute alliteration though. It’s what Illinois’ 40th governor does as a recovering ex-con, and is the given name of an ABC7 documentary dropping Friday on Hulu. “Being Blago” has a complexion of its own.

JOHANNESBURG — A mass shooting at a tavern in Johannesburg’s Soweto township has killed 15 people and left others in critical condition, according to police. Police say they are investigating reports that a group of men arrived in a minibus taxi and opened fire on some of the patrons at the bar shortly after midnight Sunday. Those injured have been taken to Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital. The number of cartridges found on the scene indicates that a group of people opened fire in the bar, said Gauteng province police commissioner Lt.

Alex Boyer BiographyAlex Boyer is an American journalist who is currently working at FOX4 based in Dallas as an anchor and reporter. After his high school education, Boyer went to further his education at Yale University where he studied law. Later on, he joined the University of Florida for his bachelor of arts in communication. His journalism career began when he worked at WVIT-TV. While there, he was to serve as a General Assignment Reporter.

CHICAGO (WLS) — In recognition of Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in June, the Alzheimer’s Association turned the Chicago skyline purple throughout the week of June 19 to 26. An estimated 6.5 million Americans, including 230,000 Illinois residents live with Alzheimer’s Disease, the organization said. By 2050, the number is estimated to grow to nearly 13 million, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. RELATED: 42 previously unknown genes discovered for Alzheimer’s disease in ‘landmark study’

DENVER — A Denver7 Weather Action Day is in effect until 9 PM on Friday due to the extreme heat we’re expecting today. In addition, an Ozone Alert continues through Friday afternoon for the Denver area and surrounding communities. Try to limit driving and the use of gas powered equipment during the hottest times. If you are experiencing breathing problems, seek cooler air-conditioned locations. Denver has had four days of 100 degrees or hotter this year and 32 days of 90 degrees or higher.