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Chicago Blackhawks Prospects Nazar & Slaggert Potential AHL Start for 2024-25 Season
The Chicago Blackhawks are gearing up for the 2024-25 season with prospects Frank Nazar and Landon Slaggert likely to start in the AHL after a busy free agency period on July 1 added depth to the team. Landon Slaggert dressed for 16 NHL games, scoring one goal and registering four...
Video shows Chicago police shooting that killed 1 man, injured another
CHICAGO (CBS) – New video released by Chicago's Civilian Office of Police Accountability on Tuesday shows the police shooting of a stabbing suspect in May on the city's West Side in which the suspect was killed and another man was critically wounded.Chicago police responded to a 911 call describing a fight between two men in the South Austin neighborhood on Cicero Avenue. One caller warned a man had a knife on him.Pod camera video shows police pull up with their lights and sirens on. A man with a backpack seemed to wave them down before officers got out of their...
Art project and workshops aim to address bird deaths due to window collisions
“Bird Collisions in the Anthropocene” is an environmental art endeavor aimed at addressing the alarming rate of bird deaths resulting from window collisions across the United States. The project was catalyzed by a tragic event on October 5, 2023, when nearly 1,000 birds perished after colliding with a single building in the city of Chicago. This incident underscored the urgent need to confront the pervasive threat posed by glass structures along birds’ migratory routes, particularly in Chicago, which ranks as one of the most perilous cities for avian species due to its abundance of glass buildings.
Celebrate National Fried Chicken Day with The Budlong
National Fried Chicken Day is Saturday, July 6th and what better way to celebrate than with a Nashville hot chicken sandwich!. The Budlong Southern Chicken is commemorating the holiday AND their 8th birthday by offering $5 Budlong Original Chicken Sandwiches for the enter month of July. Craveworthy Brands CEO Gregg Majewski join Kevin Powell and Michael Piff to talk about their special deal for Chicago food lovers, the Budlong’s origin story, what sets them apart from everyone else, how they were serving Nashville hot chicken before it was cool, and more! Dine-in at any of the Budlong’s Chicago area locations to enjoy your $5 chicken sandwich.
All Kerasotes Locations Closed, Ending 115 Years of Movie Theater History
All four locations operated by Kerasotes ShowPlace Theatres, LLC. have closed, ending 115 years of history in the movie theater business for the Kerasotes family. Kerasotes Mountain View ShowPlace ICON at San Antonio Center -- Mountain View, California. Kerasotes San Jose ShowPlace ICON at Valley Fair -- Santa Clara, California.
New laws go into effect as city continues DNC prep
While worker friendly laws go into effect, concerns linger that police response to DNC protests could violate First Amendment rights. The five-year phase-out of the subminimum tipped wage in Chicago goes into effect, police reform groups continue to raise concern over CPD’s plans to manage protests at the DNC and local delegates stand by President Biden.
Man killed after gunmen open fire on car in Austin
CHICAGO — An investigation is underway on Tuesday after a group of gunmen opened fire on a man sitting inside a car on the city’s West Side, leaving him fatally wounded. Chicago police say the gunfire erupted just after 9:30 a.m. in the 200 block of North Kilpatrick Avenue in Austin. According to police, the […]
Here’s Who’s Replacing Greg Beharrell At Q101
As Radio Ink reported earlier this week, Greg Beharrell is no longer with WKQX “Q101” in Chicago, the Alternative station owned by Cumulus Media. We now know who is taking the 7pm-midnight slot at the station. Introducing Lyndsey Marie, described as a “Radio Personality. Extroverted introvert. Burger connoisseur.”...
Keeping Pets Safe & Happy This Fourth Of July
Each year *thousands of fireworks shows erupt all over the country to celebrate Independence Day. But for so many of our pets the loud sounds can be overwhelming and potentially dangerous. Of course, there are ways you can help your dogs and cats have a peaceful fourth of July! Lane Veterinary’s Dr. Sarah Baker and her dog Vida join us with the tips.
Jennivee’s New Lakeview Bakery Is Both Pinker and Posher
For the past seven years, Filipina baker Jenni Vee has proven that she understands celebrations need a cake, it’s the centerpiece for parties, birthdays, weddings, and everyday revelries. So when Vee decided to celebrate trans communities, she thought deeply about representing herself and fellow trans women with an immaculate confection swirling with the pink, white, and blue colors of the trans pride flag.
Chicago’s Pension Debt Continues to Rise, Increasing $1.8B in 2023 to $37.2B: City Analysis
Video: The WTTW News Spotlight Politics team on Chicago’s pension debt and more of the day’s top stories. (Produced by Alexandra Silets) Chicago’s pension debt soared by approximately $1.8 billion in 2023, according to the city’s audited annual financial report, raising the pressure on Mayor Brandon Johnson to bring Chicago’s expenses in line with its revenues.
How Two Chicago Women Are Helping Young People in Chicago Explore Careers in Aviation
A Chicago educator is on a mission to take off with Chicago’s Black and Brown girls and explore the world of aviation. For the last two years, Barbara Ellzey has been exposing the city’s youth to aviation careers. Her commitment to mentoring and leadership spans more than a decade.
11 injured in West Chatham crash involving CTA bus: Chicago fire officials
Eleven people were taken to various hospitals after a crash involving a CTA bus Tuesday, Chicago fire officials said.The crash took place sometime Tuesday morning near 76th Street and South Lafayette Avenue in the city's West Chatham neighborhood.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchCFD said the 11 people suffered non-life threatening injuries.They said 10 patients were from the bus.SEE ALSO: VIDEO: Car lodges under semi on Bishop Ford in south suburbs; all lanes reopenedThree people were in fair condition and eight were in good condition, CFD said.The ambulances went to OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center, University of Chicago Medical Center, St. Bernard Hospital and Jackson Park Hospital & Medical Center.Video of the scene showed a No. 75 bus with some minor damage to its front end. A tan sedan had severe damage to its front end.It was not immediately clear what led up to the crash or if any citations would be issued.This is a developing story; check back with ABC7 Chicago for updates.
Five-Star Guard Decommits From B1G School, Set To Reclassify
A top 15 recruit in the 2025 class, Jeremiah Fears, a point guard out of Chicago, announced that he had re-opened his recruitment and will re-classify to the 2024 class:. Fears, who originally picked the Illini over Providence, Kansas, and Michigan, could be one to watch. The 6-foot-3, guard is also the brother of Michigan State’s Jeremy Fears:
Tyris Manney Beauty Company Blends Skincare And Mental Health Awareness For ‘Glowing, Healthy Skin’
CHICAGO — Tyris Manney was 14 years old when he realized his skin was changing. The adults in Manney’s life told him it was normal. A few friends were going through the same changes, too, he said. But Manney’s blemishes hadn’t improved by the time he was 21....
Chicago man cited after ex-girlfriend calls police during argument
A Chicago man was cited June 24 for obstructing a peace officer after Brookfield police resolved a violent argument between him and his ex-girlfriend where each said the other struck first. Around 6:30 a.m. that morning, Brookfield police were dispatched to the BP gas station near the intersection of Ogden...
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