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Festival To Celebrate Famous Illinois Movie Is Back
Illinois cinema fans are excited to celebrate one of the most famous movies ever filmed in our state. One of my favorite movies of all time was filmed right here in Illinois. It's the "Blues Brothers." My dad introduced it to me when I was younger and we watched it all the time. So much so, that my mom recorded over a copy we had on a VHS tape.
Scattered storms bring localized flooding to Chicagoland
CHICAGO - Scattered showers and storms caused localized flooding in parts of the Chicagoland area on Tuesday. A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for west central McHenry County, including the city of Marengo, until 8:45 p.m. The National Weather Service warns of rapid onset flooding in creeks, streams, ditches,...
Storm chances continue over the area through Friday
We will continue to have storm chances through Friday. Today’s forecast says we have a chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, but otherwise mostly sunny skies with a high of 87. Then, a chance of showers and storms for tonight with a low of 67. The National Weather...
Don’t Go in the Water – 38 Illinois Places Have Swimming Warnings
Summertime is all about getting outside and enjoying the nice weather and swimming is a vital part of that. However, there are now 38 places in Illinois that now have urgent swimming warnings about staying out of the water. As a general rule, I check the Illinois Beach Guard System...
Schaumburg standoff ends with alleged shooter in custody after tree trimmer shot over noise: police
Our coverage of this story has moved here.A standoff in Schaumburg on Braintree Drive ended Wednesday night with an alleged shooter in custody.Police said they were called to the 800-block of South Braintree around 2:50 p.m. for a report of a person with a gunshot wound.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThey said their initial investigation has found there was a dispute about noise between a resident and a contracted tree trimmer from Davey Tree Expert. The resident then shot the tree trimmer. Police gave the individual aid, and the person was taken to the hospital.RELATED:...
2 Best Theaters in Illinois to See the Thrilling New Movie ‘Twisters’
We've been hearing from listeners who went to see the latest Twisters movie this past weekend, and all reviews say it's a must-see. Best Theaters in Illinois for Exciting Action Movies. A recent 'Question of the Day' asked what's one movie that everyone should see at least once and we...
Defendant doesn't want to be tried with Madigan in corruption case
(The Center Square) – A defendant in the upcoming federal prosecution of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan wants his own trial separate from Madigan. Defendant Michael McClain, a former state lawmaker and ComEd lobbyist known for his close association with Madigan, has filed a request to sever his trial from Madigan's because Madigan's defense team plans to blame McClain for any wrongdoing. "McClain respectfully seeks severance of his case...
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