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Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Reporter · Chicago, IL
Mark Thompson has spent over a decade highlighting community stories across Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern University and has contributed to various local outlets, including Chicago Reader, focusing on grassroots initiatives and neighborhood developments.
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"Live with Kelly and Mark" unveiled its annual Halloween special, continuing a tradition that has become one of the program's most anticipated events. Over the years, hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos have transformed into some of pop culture's biggest stars and characters, with elaborate costumes tied to the year's most talked-about trends.
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