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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...
Crete Village Board Informed of Sustained Traffic Enforcement Campaign Results
Crete Police Chief Scott Pieritz told the village board last week the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Campaign targeting distracted drivers concluded with 43 citations issued. Included were four citations for hands-free violations (illegal use of cell phones), 17 for speeding, five for suspended/revoked license arrests, and 17 “other violations.”. At...
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...
Children living in southern IL affected by hardship receive new shoes
ANNA, Ill. (KBSI)- WIBH Radio in Anna announced that children shoes purchased through its annual Warm Soles, New Hope Campaign, which ended in May, have arrived and are ready for pick-up. Shoes are available free of charge in sizes 7 toddler to 5. kids while supplies last. The shoes are...
Monee Building Services Manager Biris Resigns
The Monee Village Board last week approved a one-day liquor license for the historical society’s upcoming fundraiser and dedication of the Gunderson Roundabout. Village Administrator Ruben Bautista told the board that the Monee Historical Society will host an Art Auction & Wine Reception on August 17, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Appellate attorneys for state argue circumstantial evidence ‘overwhelms’ any potential errors in Bliefnick case
QUINCY — The appellate attorneys for the people of the state of Illinois in the appeal case for convicted murderer Tim Bliefnick have filed a response brief in the Office of State Appellate Defender, Fourth District, arguing that a new trial is unnecessary. The 36-page brief was prepared by...
Corn Dogs vs WarDogs baseball exhibition game coming to Crown Point
CROWN POINT, Ind. (July 17, 2024) – The Lake County Corn Dogs will take a break from their usual summer college baseball schedule on Thursday to host a unique exhibition game. The Corn Dogs will host the U.S. Military WarDogs, a traveling team of active-duty service members, at 7...
Cops sought misdemeanor charge in Foxx ‘Big Gulp’ attack. Here’s how it became a felony.
CHICAGO — Police officers in south suburban Flossmoor intended to file a misdemeanor charge against the man accused of tossing a soft drink on Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and reversing his truck toward her. Foxx, however, was unimpressed with the police department’s investigation. Sent packing...
Who killed Erik Esquivel? Cook County sheriff seeks tips in 3-year-old cold case
CHICAGO - It’s been three years since a masked man fatally shot a north suburban Chicago teenager as he sat in his car in front of his house. Now, the Cook County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public’s help in heating up this cold case. In a...
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.
Metra board's review finds 'no ethical concerns' so far with Harvey warehouse purchase
The Metra board on Wednesday concluded there was "no indication of ethical concerns" surrounding the purchase and development of a storage warehouse that has ballooned in costs for taxpayers.It was supposed to be a simple storage warehouse for the Metra transit agency, but as the ABC7 I-Team first reported last month, the project has since turned into a sinking money pit for the cash-strapped public transit agency.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe Harvey warehouse, located at 17010 Halsted St., was purchased by Metra in 2020 to meet its storage needs, but nearly four years later, the...
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