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Caleb Williams hosts Caleb Cares Foundation event before rookie Bears season
Chicago Bears NFL rookie quarterback Caleb Williams introduced his Caleb Cares Foundation to Chicago. Caleb hosted nearly 700 youths from 12 Chicago-area schools at the Dr. Conrad Worrill Track and Field Center at Gately Park on the city’s South Side. Williams spoke to the students about anti-bullying, mental health...
Missing Will County Woman’s Car Found in Kankakee County near Hunting Area
Wilmington, IL – Wilmington police are urgently seeking public assistance in locating Jennifer Tannhauser, 41, who has been missing for a week. On July 10, 2024, at approximately 4:45 p.m., authorities received a report of a missing woman from Fulton St. in Wilmington, who was reportedly experiencing a mental health crisis. Despite an extensive search of Wilmington and surrounding areas, officers were unable to locate her.
Speed Awareness: IDOT, NHTSA, law enforcement agencies urge drivers to slow down, save lives
Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Illinois Department of Transportation is partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and other law enforcement agencies to promote the nationwide, “Speeding Catches Up with You” speeding prevention campaign to remind drivers to slow down and to emphasize the importance of safe driving.
Citing recent Supreme Court ruling, Madigan attorneys want majority of corruption charges dismissed
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s lawyers are seeking dismissal of 14 of the 23 corruption counts in light of a US Supreme Court ruling in the bribery case of the former mayor of Portage, Indiana, James Snyder.
Chennedy Carter Shuts Down Angel Reese Disrespect With Strong Message
Chennedy Carter led the Chicago Sky to a 93-85 victory over the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday. While the talented guard had a phenomenal game with 34 points and four rebounds, she was asked about the struggles surrounding Angel Reese in the matchup during the postgame interview. Reese picked up ...
This CTA Train Station Is Now Hosting Local DJs During The Weekdays
Did you ever think you would call the CTA one of Chicago’s hottest music venues? Despite the disappointment of the canceled rave event on the CTA last month, there’s still a chance to experience live DJ sets during your commute into the city. The CTA has just announced the return of AESOP for another season, promising to bring captivating live DJ sets to the 95th/Dan Ryan Red Line station. This year’s programming schedule will feature three days of real-time performances by various talented local disc jockey (DJ) artists, running through November 1st. A post shared by Chicago Transit Authority (@chicagocta) The CTA’s public art collection has grown substantially over the last decade, with the number of permanent works of art nearly doubling to approximately 90. In addition to the permanent installations, the CTA also hosts numerous temporary art installations across its eight rail lines and multiple bus facilities.
Will County, IL – Power Outage at ExxonMobil Refinery Due to Storm Spawns Flaring, Gas Reports
Elwood, IL – The ExxonMobil refinery near Elwood experienced a power outage Monday night after severe storms brought down major power lines in the area. The outage led to flaring at the refinery, causing a noticeable odor in the vicinity. According to the Village of Elwood, the storm caused...
Empty Illinois Civil War Era House Has Hidden Underground Bunker
You never know what you'll discover when you explore a home that dates back to the Civil War era. That's what happened in Illinois not that long ago when urban explorers found that an abandoned house also included a hidden secret underground bunker. There's no exact location given other than...
Report: Housing is less affordable due to red tape in Illinois
(The Center Square) – A new report found that Illinois had the third-worst rate in the nation for building new housing units in 2023, with the main culprit being over regulation. Illinois Policy Institute found that government regulations account for nearly $70,000 of the $292,000 median home price in the state. Researcher Ravi Mishra said that is preventing new housing construction and aggravating a housing shortage, leading to higher prices...
Monee Church Opens Gathering Place for Seniors
New Hope Christian Community Church has opened a new gathering place for senior citizens in Monee and surrounding communities. The Monee Senior Community Cafe offers nutritious and delicious meals weekdays, giving seniors the opportunity to enjoy good food in the company of others. In addition to providing meals, there are organized social activities and events, creating a space where older adults can connect, share stories, and build friendships.
Restorative justice court program expands to south suburbs
SAUK VILLAGE, Ill. (CBS) – A program that gives some people who were convicted of a non-violent crime a second chance is expanding in south suburban Sauk Village.The program, Restorative Justice Community Court, helps young people clear their criminal record."The restorative justice program was something that I think this village needed," said David Fields, a Sauk Village resident.Fields said he's fully behind the Restorative Justice Community Court program that's coming to his community. "We have young people out here that get into things and only because of peer pressure," he said.The program is coming to the suburbs for the first time....
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
DiJonai Carrington's Heartbreaking Reaction to Blockbuster WNBA Trade Goes Viral
The Chicago Sky and Connecticut Sun agreed to terms on a blockbuster trade on Wednesday. The deal saw Sky guard Marina Mabrey land in Connecticut in exchange for Sun guards Rachel Banham and Moriah Jefferson — as well as right to swap first-round picks in 2026. The Sun also ...
All Hands On Deck as ComEd Works To Reopen I-55 in Channahon
With multiple towers crumpled, and high tension lines strewn across I-55, ComEd is “all hands on deck”, according to Neena Hemmady, Vice President of Support Services. “We also had 30 plus poles that had transmission lines along with distribution lines that fell. This impacted I-55, and we had to shut down traffic, which is a massive impact, we understand, to the whole region. But the the weather that led to this point was just unprecedented.”
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