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Sen. Tim Scott says America ‘isn't a racist country,' blasts Chicago leadership over violence
South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott blasted the city of Chicago and its leadership during Monday’s Republican National Convention, saying that educational failures and gun violence are occurring there because of Democratic Party control. “America isn’t a racist country,” he said during his address. “If you are looking for racism...
Mayor Chris Clark orders police to remove entire audience from chambers at City Council meeting
The audience at a recent City Council meeting was ordered to leave City Hall after Mayor Chris Clark deemed it disruptive. Harvey police officers even threatened citations and arrests. The problem? Clapping. It all happened last Monday after Pastor Johnathan Johnson of Holy Bible Missionary Baptist Church ripped up the...
Feds charge Chicago rapper PFG Nuk with violent carjackings, kidnapping, machine gun possession
CHICAGO — Federal prosecutors on Tuesday charged Chicago rapper PGF Nuk with committing two violent carjackings earlier this year. CWBChicago first told you about the allegations against Virgil Gibson, 22, after state prosecutors filed charges against him in April. Officials believe Gibson carjacked two people in less than 30...
Photos: Brookfield Zoo Chicago unveils plan to transform over 100 acres for wildlife, visitors
BROOKFIELD, Ill. - Brookfield Zoo Chicago unveiled its ambitious Next Century Plan on Tuesday, aiming to transform over 100 acres of the zoo for the benefit of both wildlife and visitors. As it approaches its centennial anniversary in 2034, the zoo plans to blend its historic structures with new animal...
Chicago Bulls retired numbers, future candidates and if Derrick Rose is one of them
The Chicago Bulls are a long way from the glory days of the Michael Jordan era, which is evident in their retired numbers. The Bulls only have seven retired numbers overall and all but two of them are associated in some way with that era. It’s not only a testament...
Angel Reese's Bleak Mental Health Confession to WNBA Legend Lisa Resurfaces Amid Sky Struggles
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese appears to be on top of the world right now. And while Reese skyrocketed to fame in 2023, she has had to overcome multiple mental health hurdles to get to the point where she's at today. But after Reese's sub-par performance against the New York Liberty on ...
Illinois Holocaust Museum Using VR Headsets to Bring Survivor Stories to RNC, DNC
The Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center in Skokie is taking its mission on the road this summer, bringing the stories of survivors to life at the Republican and Democratic National Conventions through virtual reality headsets. “It’s just a very engaging way to connect,” said Deb Rodak, who’s part of...
Elite American Airlines Frequent Flyer Says He Was Barred From Entering Airport Lounge Because He Was Wearing a Pro-Union Pin Badge
An elite American Airlines frequent flyer says he was barred from entering one of the carrier’s Admirals Club airport lounge at Chicago O’Hare because he was wearing a pro-union pin badge on his lapel and the agent only relented when she discovered he was a regular passenger. Josh...
Ex-Deputy Mayor Drank On The Job, Major Contractor Lied About Being City-Based, Watchdog Report Says
CHICAGO — A former deputy mayor accused of drinking on the job has been placed on the city’s do not hire list, according to a report released Monday from the city’s watchdog agency. Though the 57-page report from Inspector General Deborah Witzburg’s office does not identify the...
Beverly Ice Cream Shop, Gift Store Left Reeling After Air Conditioner Parts Stolen
BEVERLY — Last week, the co-owner of Ohana Ice & Treats scrambled to pick up ice cream bars and popsicles from her distributor to donate to Sutherland Elementary’s summer camp. Keynn Cain, who opened Ohana with her spouse, Kenneth Cain, in 2018, was booked to provide Ohana’s signature...
Simone Biles Sends Five-Word Parting Message To NFL Player Husband Before Olympics
Simone Biles and USA Gymnastics headed to Paris on Monday as they prepare for the 2024 Olympics. Before that, however, the legendary gymnast made sure to give her husband, Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens, a sweet parting message. Biles and Owens will be away from each other, albeit ...
Carrie Underwood fans gush ‘you’re such a hottie’ as star wears bejeweled top and short shorts for Chicago show
CARRIE Underwood fans have been left gushing over the country star’s outfit, as she sported a bejeweled top and short shorts. Following her appearance at the Windy City Smoke Out festival in Chicago, fans said Carrie was “such a hottie.” The former American Idol winner posted a series of Instagram photos of her headlining performance […]
Skokie Community Foundation invites applications for community needs
The Skokie Community Foundation (SCF) was established in 2017 to foster a supportive, engaged and dynamic community in Skokie, Illinois, through meaningful giving, collaboration and community programming. The foundation invites applications for its 2025 grant cycle, in which SCF aims to invest in organizations and projects that are poised to...
Chicago prom dress designer charged with theft, arrested after allegedly not delivering dresses
A Chicago prom dress designer accused of not delivering dresses for teenage girls has been charged with felony theft.Chicago police previously told the I-Team they were investigating Fatoumata "Binta" Diallo.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchDiallo made her first court appearance Monday, after being arrested.Teens and their parents told the I-Team they paid Diallo hundreds of dollars to design their prom dresses, but they say she never delivered, leaving them empty-handed.Chicago police arrested Diallo, and she has since been released under pre-trial conditions.SEE ALSO: Prom dress designer speaks out after complaints from students and parentsABC7 Chicago previously spoke with Diallo over the phone, but she did not want to provide a statement. The mothers said all they want is a refund.CPD is encouraging anyone who believes they have a complaint about Diallo to contact Area Three detectives at 312-744-8263.She is next due in court Aug. 9.The video in the player above is from an earlier report.
‘The world was never the same’: Northwestern protests in 1968 and 2024
They protested in the spring, knowing that they could get arrested and kicked out of college. By then, demonstrations were already spreading across the nation. Columbia University students occupied multiple university buildings, leading to more than 700 arrests when the police cracked down violently. At Northwestern, the students knew that...
Watch: Makayla Raap makes a tremendous leap to score the game winning run
Really, what else can be said about this play from Raap, an 11-year-old softball player?. A member of the Athletes HQ team who was playing in a national tournament this weekend, Raap showed some strong softball IQ along with a nifty bit of athleticism to make a spectacular play to win a game for her team. Athletes HQ (based in Elgin, IL) was in a 7-7 game in the bottom of the sixth.
Chicago White Sox see big upside in Okemos shortstop Caleb Bonemer
The Chicago White Sox got an up close view of Caleb Bonemer last summer when he was part of their roster for the Area Code Games. And the Okemos shortstop had a lot of success for a squad White Sox amateur scouting director Mike Shirley said was one of the club's most impactful...
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