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Evening Weather Alert: Isolated Funnel Clouds in SE Iowa, NE Missouri, and Central Illinois
Quad Cities, IA/IL – Reports of funnel clouds have been received west of Washington, IA. Conditions are favorable for isolated funnel clouds with rain showers in southeast Iowa, northeast Missouri, and west central Illinois through 7 PM. These funnel clouds are higher up in the sky and are not anticipated to reach the ground.
Skokie police share new photo of missing 82-year-old woman Tsering Wangyal, last seen Monday
North suburban police are looking for a missing 82-year-old woman. A new surveillance photo shared by police Saturday shows what clothes she may be wearing.Skokie police said Tsering Wangyal was last seen in the area of the Westfield Old Orchard mall near 9500-block of Bronx Place in on Monday around 3:30 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe image is from surveillance footage from the Levy Center, 300 Dodge, in Evanston on July 15 at 6:03 p.m.Wangyal's daughter said her mother left her condo Monday around 3:54pm.Wangyal is described as 5-foot-1 and160 pounds. She has silver hair and brown eyes.Wangyal's family said she was last seen wearing gray baggy pants, a dark top and closed-toe slippers. She also wears glasses.Her family said she does not drive and was likely trying to go by bus to the Tibetan Alliance of Chicago community center on Dempster and McCormick in Evanston.Police said anyone who knows the whereabouts of Wangyal, observes a subject matching her description, or has any information that can aid in locating her should call 911 immediately.The Skokie Police Department can also be reached by calling 847-982-5900.
Green Hills Library collecting back-to-school supplies
It may still be summer but the Green Hills Public Library District is preparing students for their return to the classroom. The library, 10331 Interlochen Dr., Palos Hills, is hosting a Back-to-School Collection Drive from now until Friday, August 9. “One of my biggest goals as a librarian has always...
West Side businesses targeted in burglary string
CHICAGO — Authorities are searching for a group of individuals responsible for a string of burglaries at businesses on the city’s West Side. Chicago police say three burglaries unfolded at businesses in Austin and Garfield Park between June 27 and July 17. According to police, during each burglary, a group of up to five individuals, […]
Gotham FC beats the Red Stars in a penalty kick shootout to begin the Summer Cup
On Saturday, NJ/NY Gotham FC began their NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup journey against the Chicago Red Stars. Due to the Paris Olympics, the NWSL season was paused and seven players are and will be away with their national teams over the next few weeks. As such, the...
1 dead, 3 injured after car hits CTA bus, crashes into building
CHICAGO — One person has died and three others were hospitalized after a CTA bus was hit by a driver who ignored a traffic signal, sending the bus crashing into a building in the city’s Little Village neighborhood early Saturday morning, according to Chicago Police. Police said an 18-year-old man was driving westbound in the […]
11th annual Chicago Food Truck Festival
WGN Radio’s Jon Hansen (in for Dave Plier) is joined by Alex Blackshire, Event Coordinator of the 11th annual Chicago Food Truck Festival. Listen to learn about the many vendors and food that you can experience Saturday July 20th and Sunday July 21st in the South Loop! Visit www.chgofoodtruckfest.com to learn more.
Trevor Man Facing Two Life Sentences for 1st Degree Intentional Homicide
(WGTD)---A Kenosha County jury convicted a Trevor man as charged in the shooting deaths of two brothers outside of a Twin Lakes bar in 2017. 26 year-old Nathan Kivi showed no emotion as the verdicts were read Thursday afternoon, more than a day after the jury began deliberating the case.
In search for consistency, Chicago Cubs make a major change with Seiya Suzuki
Over the course of the past year, it seems that the Chicago Cubs, as an organization, have been trying to get on the same page with Seiya Suzuki. Suzuki inked a five-year deal with the Cubs prior to the 2022 season with the thinking of the organization being that not only was the team adding a cornerstone bat to their starting lineup but also a Gold Glove outfielder.
Angel Reese Breaks Silence On Jaylen Brown, Bronny James Incident
A few days ago, Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese made an appearance at the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. With her was Celtics star Jaylen Brown and her former Sky teammate Kysre Gondrezick. A big story to come out of the game was ...
Sway, LGBTQ+-Owned Dispensary, Aims To Open In South Shore
SOUTH SHORE — A cannabis company owned by queer people of color plans to expand into South Shore, and officials will meet with neighbors next week to discuss the plans. Sway, which recently opened the state’s first LGBTQ+- and minority-owned dispensary, is looking to open its second shop and first on the South Side. A meeting on Sway’s plans is 6 p.m. Monday at 2226 E. 71st St., Ald. Desmon Yancy (5th) said in his newsletter earlier this week.
Researchers develop new method to extract lithium from water: 'Can greatly broaden the potential sources of lithium'
"We can develop a method that reduces the environmental impact of lithium production and secures the lithium supply." Researchers at the University of Chicago are throwing iron phosphate life preservers to valuable lithium found in seawater, groundwater, and other sources of water. The project's summary touts high potential for a...
D Construction and HR Green selected for Plano road and bridge projects
The Plano City Council approved an engineering contract for the replacement of the Creek Road Bridge at its recent meeting. City Attorney Bill Thomas says the cost is not to exceed $149,000 and will be paid through the city's motor fuel tax funds and state funding. HR Green is handling...
Moving Company Offering Free Storage Space For Iowa Storm Victims
Monday night's storms brought severe damage and power outages throughout Iowa and the Quad Cities. Even as of Wednesday morning, MidAmerican reports that almost 700 people are still without power in the Quad Cities. More than 300 people in Des Moines also have no power. To help folks who need...
Are Jails in Illinois using Torture Methods on Inmates?
According to a report, there is something that jails use every day in Illinois that experts say is considered "torture" what exactly is it? And should the Land of Lincoln stop using these devices ASAP?. According to an article from Illinoisansweres.org, the United Nations now considers restraint chairs a form...
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