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Kamala Harris’ move to the top of the ticket gave DNC hotel bookings in Chicago a boost, but don’t expect Taylor Swift-level crowds
Enthusiasm about having Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket is boosting last-minute hotel bookings tied to the Democratic National Convention, although occupancy levels during next week’s event may still fall short of expectations. The Democratic National Committee signed contracts with more than 40 Chicago hotels, including the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, Palmer House Hilton ...
Chicago man seriously injured in wave runner accident at the Lake of the Ozarks
One person is seriously injured after being in a watercraft accident on August 14. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) reported that a 2014 Yamaha Wave Runner was traveling down the main channel around 5 p.m. on Wednesday. Michael S. Cooper, 51, of Chicago, Illinois, was driving the vessel when...
Charges filed after Gold Coast shooting
CHICAGO — Charges have been filed after a shooting that left a man injured in the Gold Coast this week. Keith Polk, 32, faces several felonies, including aggravated discharge of a firearm, but he is not explicitly accused of shooting the victim, according to court records. A Chicago police...
‘I think there are going to be a lot of protesters wanting to recreate 1968.’ – National Police Association’s Retired Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith on the Ray Stevens Show
With Chicago gearing up to host its first Democratic National Convention since 1996, Retired Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith, spokesperson for the National Police Association, joins The Ray Stevens Show. She’ll dive into the key initiatives focused on boosting safety for DNC attendees and the surrounding neighborhoods. Plus, hear how police officers from Illinois suburbs and Milwaukee are coming together to create a unified approach to policing ahead of this major event.
Gunmen kill 17-year-old in targeted daytime attack
CHICAGO — Three gunmen shot and killed a 17-year-old boy in a targeted attack in Humboldt Park on Wednesday evening. Chicago police said it happened in the 3400 block of West Franklin. Surveillance video shows the victim walking with two other men when a car pulls up next to...
Chicago not expecting migrant surge ahead of DNC, city official says
Chicago’s top migrant official is walking back a prediction from city leaders last month that tens of thousands of migrants would arrive by bus ahead of next week’s Democratic National Convention, saying that there is no “credible intel” that the feared surge will occur. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s deputy mayor for immigration, Beatriz Ponce de León, told reporters in July the city was preparing ...
Car loses control, crashes into Michigan Avenue Bridge median, Chicago police say
A car lost control on the Michigan Avenue Bridge and crashed into the center median Wednesday night, Chicago police said.The crash occurred at about 11:34 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchVideo from the scene showed a mangled Ford Mustang facing south on the bridge.It appears that the Mustang struck what looks like one of the bridge arms along with a stop light with the car's smashed front end on top of the piece of equipment."We usually just hear cars speed by and stuff, but this time we heard a loud bang, with metal creaking and stuff," witness Zain, who lives near the area, said. "So, we looked out and there were a bunch of cops here already, and the car was actually on fire. The front part of it was on fire."Police said that a woman was transported to Northwestern Memorial Hospital in fair condition.
Chicago's Brown Sugar Bakery rolls out special cake for Kamala Harris
Chicago’s Brown Sugar Bakery is getting into the spirit ahead of next week’s Democratic National Convention (DNC). Vice President Kamala Harris stopped by the South Side bakery a quick bite back in 2021.
$1 Million Winning Lotto Ticket Sold In Homewood
– An Illinois Lottery player in the south suburbs of Chicago won the Lotto Million 1 this week – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday, August 12 drawing of Lotto Million 1 at South Gate Mini Mart, located at 18747 Dixie Highway in Homewood, a suburb south of Chicago.
Brittney Griner's True Feelings On Facing Chicago Sky Rookie In WNBA Return
Brittney Griner and the Phoenix Mercury will travel to Chicago to face off against the Sky on Thursday. Before the Mercury hit the floor, Griner and Diana Taurasi were interviewed, sharing some insight on their return to the WNBA. Griner was taking part in the Paris Olympics, representing the ...
WNBA Fans In Disbelief Over 2K’s Angel Reese Reveal
On Wednesday, August 14, NBA2K provided fans their first look at Chicago Sky rookie sensation Angel Reese as she is set to make her video game debut, which will be released on September 6, 2024. It has been nearly a month since WNBA fans have gotten to see Reese take the floor for her Chicago ...
Rising Chicago rent: What's driving the increase and how to save
CHICAGO - Renters in Chicago are feeling the pinch as new data shows that rental prices are on the rise across the city. According to a national report by rental platform Zumper, Chicago now ranks as the 11th priciest city to rent in the U.S. Crystal Chen, a spokesperson for...
Bears Trade Pitch Flips 2nd-Round Pick for 4-Time Pro Bowl Pass Rusher
The Chicago Bears ostensibly need at least one more quality edge rusher to fill out the defense, and one of the league’s best continues grappling with his current team over a new contract. Matthew Judon and the New England Patriots are struggling to find common ground as the four-time...
Former Chicago Police Supt. Eddie Johnson says city should keep ShotSpotter
Former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson criticized the city's decision to stop using ShotSpotter at a Wednesday night meeting.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchJohnson, who is working with a lobbying group that supports ShotSpotter, addressed the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability Wednesday night and spoke about ShotSpotter.The City of Chicago plans to stop using the gun detection technology on Sept. 22.Johnson called that choice mind-boggling."Everything the city has to bear, brings to bear to stop gun violence in this city, we should be willing to do. Everyone in this auditorium deserves to feel safe and to be safe," he said.The city declined to respond to Johnson's comments.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Reportedly Seeks Removal of CPS Chief Pedro Martinez Amid Fiscal Disputes
Recent reports have propelled Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez into the spotlight as tensions rise over his potential ouster by Mayor Brandon Johnson's administration. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, unnamed sources close to the situation indicate that Johnson is laying the groundwork to forcefully show Martinez the door amid disagreements over the district's financial management and contract negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU). Yet, Martinez's standing is complicated by the requirement of the Board of Education's approval for his dismissal—a board which, to date, has sided with Martinez on key fiscal disputes.
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