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Live radar: Track rain and storms across Chicago area, Illinois
Use the live interactive radar below to track what's happening in your area. Our latest weather story can be found here. The Chicago area is under a heightened risk for severe weather as storms move into the region Monday night. The area has been upgraded to a moderate risk of...
CPD: Elderly man went missing after attending festival on North Side
CHICAGO — A search is underway for a man who officers say went missing after attending a festival on the city’s North Side over the weekend. Police say 71-year-old Julio Villasenor was last seen on Saturday, July 13, in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood. According to officers, the missing man was last seen near the 4400 […]
New details released in Logan Square officer-involved shooting
CHICAGO - New details were released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) on Tuesday in connection to an officer-involved shooting that occurred over the weekend in Logan Square. Around 8:48 p.m. Saturday, two on-duty Chicago police officers observed a group of individuals drinking in an alley near the...
Chicago mayor plans removal of George Washington statue in City Hall
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has decided to remove a statue of George Washington in City Hall, but, according to a top aide, the decision has nothing to do with the first president being a slave owner. The statue is located on the fifth floor right outside Johnson’s office, but the Democratic mayor’s communication director, Ronnie […]
Chicago Cubs draft East Noble grad Brayden Risedorph
KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WANE) – East Noble graduate and Indiana University pitcher Brayden Risedorph heard his name called in the 20th round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday, as the righty was selected with the 602nd overall pick by the Chicago Cubs. Risedorph just finished his sophomore season for the Hoosiers this past spring. He […]
Vote Delayed To Allow New Coach Houses, Basement Apartments Across Chicago
CITY HALL — A measure to allow coach houses, basement units and other additional dwelling units to be built citywide will not move forward this month. The City Council’s Committee on Zoning, Landmarks and Building Standards did not take up a vote Tuesday on the expansion ordinance after sponsor Ald. Bennett Lawson (44th) hit the brakes. The Lakeview alderperson told reporters the legislation was “just not ready” to bring to a vote yet.
16-Year-Old Charged with Robbery, Aggravated Battery of Elderly Man on Chicago Train
A 16-year-old male has been charged with the robbery and aggravated battery of a 63-year-old man. The reported incident, which unfolded on July 8, placed the victim at the wrong end of a violent altercation while he was aboard a train, according to the Chicago Police Department. Despite the chaos,...
After amputation, suburban high school teacher relearns her passion for soccer
A suburban high school teacher is inspiring her community by taking on new challenges, even in the face of extreme adversity. “It's humbling to see just the amount of grace that she has, and kindness,” said Malinda Majoch, the principal at Harold L. Richards High School in Oak Lawn.
Chicago man allegedly carjacked two drivers, forced one victim to wire him money: prosecutors
CHICAGO - A Chicago man was indicted by a federal grand jury this week after allegedly carjacking two drivers earlier this year. Virgil Gibson, 22, has been charged with two counts of carjacking, three counts of brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, one count of robbery and one count of kidnapping.
Chicago ‘Rooftop Pastor’ Corey Brooks Set to Deliver Closing Prayer Tuesday at RNC
The Rev. Corey Brooks, best known for camping out on a Chicago rooftop for almost a year in 2012 to raise funds to build a new community center in Woodlawn, will deliver the closing prayer during Tuesday’s session of the Republican National Convention. Brooks, a Republican, posted on social...
Duplo USA Announces Finishing Roadshow Locations
Duplo USA Corporation, the leading provider of innovating print finishing solutions, is excited to announce their upcoming Finishing Roadshow in Lewisville, Texas and Des Plaines, Illinois. The events will feature live equipment demonstrations, a free lunch n’ learn session with a presentation on Fiery Impose, and valuable networking opportunities for print service providers.
Trucking company fires second driver in three years for not wearing “buzz cut”
An Illinois trucking company fired a driver for his hair style for the second time in three years last month. 26-year-old Drew Harbey was fired from TMC Transportation in Des-Moines, Iowa on June 23rd during his training after refusing to wear a “buzz cut” hairstyle. “I was one...
'Female Strong' organization offers free summer camp for local girls
Female Strong is working to build the next generation of lady leaders.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchMore than 2,400 girls have gone through its programs. The non-profit has free upcoming camps for young women.The organization is also looking for candidates to join their fall entrepreneurship program.Emily Smith, the Founder of Female Strong and Sophia Mariconda, a Female Strong camp participant joined ABC7 Chicago to talk about their experience.The organization's motto is "a place where girls can see what they can be."A free one-day summer camp is happening on July 17.The camp is for girls 8 to 12-years-old and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wintrust Building downtown.To learn more, click here.
New shaved-ice food truck will be cooling off the western suburbs
What began as a second-hand plumber’s truck and a need to make use of extra ice and free time, Cool Truck Treats, a shaved-ice food truck, is now a new West side business. Cool Truck Treats, by way of Nadeau’s Ice Sculptures, is a mobile food-truck with a menu full of frozen treats and shaved-ice delights. The truck mainly operates in the Oak Park and Forest Park area, bringing its cool treats to block parties, community events, and private festivities.
Big Week | July 17-24
Wednesday, July 24, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., LSF Brookfield Library. Stop by the top floor of the library for the coolest views of the Chicago Grit bike races. Drop-in to the Maker Studio to create posters to cheer on the racers, sample free snacks, and enjoy a bird’s-eye view of the most challenging turnpike on the racecourse. Register for classes and events online at www.lsfbrookfieldlibrary.org, by phone at 708-485-6917 or in person at the library. Walk-ins welcome, where applicable. 3541 Park Ave.
Deal Set for Sale, Development of Former Fairmount Park
Accel Entertainment has announced an agreement to purchase FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing, the former Fairmount Park racetrack, with plans to continue racing and develop a long-stalled racino project. The $35 million deal is subject to approval by the Illinois Racing Board and casino ownership, and development would need the...
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...
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