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Former High-Ranking Member of the Gangster Disciples, Harold ‘Noonie G’ Ward Says the Streets Support WNBA All-Star Player Angel Reese
Noonie G is highly respected as a reformed and seasoned OG. CHICAGO, Ill., July 5, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Harold Ward aka “Noonie G,” is an urban legend on the streets of Chicago. As a former high-ranking member of the Gangster Disciples, a Chicago area gang once reported to be one of the largest criminal organizations in the United States, Noonie G is highly respected as a reformed and seasoned OG. Once considered a prominent force of terror across the country, Ward has not only changed his life, but he also continues to positively impact society as an author, political figure, businessman, gang mediator and role model.
NASCAR Is Bringing Twista And Racing To The Streets Of Chicago
NASCAR has announced plans to bring back Bubba’s Block Party, the nationwide community initiative hosted by 23XI Racing driver Bubba Wallace and Blavity House Party, to Douglass Park in Chicago on Friday, July 5 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The community event will bring together local Black-owned food vendors, businesses, and musicians for a… Continue reading NASCAR Is Bringing Twista And Racing To The Streets Of Chicago
Angel Reese’s Chic Pregame Style Sets Social Media Abuzz
Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky are set to face the Minnesota Lynx Sunday at 3:00 ET. This rookie from LSU created a stir with her pregame outfit, attracting wide attention online. Reese was seen sporting Sky blue attire, including a blue crop top, a denim Alexander Wang jacket, and white pants. She completed her look with standout accessories: a white headband, glasses, and a small black Chanel purse.
Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament 2024: Sweet 16
It might be the 4th of July, but we’ve already seen plenty of fireworks during the first two rounds of the 2024 Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament!. Who will advance to the Elite 8? Vote on our Sweet 16 matchups and tell your friends to do the same until the polls close on Monday, July 8th.
Recently Released Viral WNBA Player Lands New Gig
While her time on the WNBA court was extremely limited, Kysre Gondrezick has gone viral in recent weeks for her incredible fashion sense. After being released by the Chicago Sky a few days ago, she's landed on her feet with a new gig. Taking to Instagram on Thursday, Gondrezick announced that ...
SPOTTED: Extremely Rare Chicago Cubs Baseball Card at Illinois Restaurant
Baseball card collectors will flip over this misprinted Ryne Sandberg card at Poison Ivy Pub in Roscoe, Illinois. Come for the food, stay for the rare baseball card. That should be the slogan of Roscoe, Illinois' Poison Ivy Pub. Poison Ivy is one of those spots in the Rockford area...
2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race: A look at the field
CHICAGO — This weekend’s Chicago Street Race is the third of five road courses on NASCAR’s 2024 Cup Series and Xfinity Series schedules. NASCAR made road-course stops at Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, on March 24 and Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway on June 9. After Chicago, NASCAR has road-course races at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International on Sept. 15 and Charlotte Motor Speedway Road Course on Oct. 13.
NASCAR Driver Lavar Scott Shakes the Chicago Scene
On a sunny Monday morning on the West Side of Chicago, the atmosphere at Muse Coffee Studio is warm and inviting. Mingling with the customers is NASCAR Driver Lavar Scott — the main attraction of the day’s meet and greet. Hosted by Brand B Sports, the goal of this event was to promote diversity within the racing industry and to allow the public to meet this young man who is shaking things up on the track. The first 100 attendees got a free drink courtesy of Scott, who was in town to support the NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend.
The Loop 110 Predictions: Insights into Stats, Track and Best Contenders
The Loop 110 Predictions: As the NASCAR Xfinity Series prepares for its next thrilling chapter, all eyes turn to the inaugural The Loop 110 race at the Chicago Street Course. Set against the backdrop of downtown Chicago’s iconic skyline, this urban circuit promises to challenge drivers and captivate fans with its blend of speed, strategy, and cityscape. With contenders like Cole Custer, Chandler Smith, Sam Mayer, Shane Van Gisbergen, and Austin Hill ready to compete for victory, anticipation runs high for an electrifying show of motorsports skills on the streets where tradition meets innovation.
Chase Briscoe makes splashing surprise to fans with signed hood of his No. 14 car
TROUTMAN, N.C. (WCYB) — Ahead of NASCAR's trip to the streets of Chicago this coming Sunday, Chase Briscoe went above and beyond his duty as a driver to surprise a pair of his fans this week. On one afternoon, Briscoe got in the car and turned into a personal...
Ozinga Field – Windy City Thunderbolts
Ozinga Field 14011 S Kenton Ave Crestwood, IL 60445. Windy City Thunderbolts website Ozinga Field website. The Windy City Thunderbolts have been playing baseball since 1995 when it began operations as the Will County Claws in the North Central League. In 1996 the team rebranded as the Cook County Cheetahs (Heartland League 1996 – 1998 and then joined the Frontier League in 1999) and in 2004 adopted the T-Bolts moniker.
Storm vs Sky Prediction: Picks, Live Odds & Moneyline – July 5
This content was writter in partnership with DataSkrive. DataSkrive leverages a combination of human expertise, machine learning, and pre-built content libraries to assemble and personalize sports content. The Seattle Storm (13-6) will host the Chicago Sky (7-11) after winning eight home games in a row. The contest tips at 10:00...
NASCAR reroutes local buses this week
Several local buses with South Loop routes are rerouted due to downtown road closures for this weekend’s NASCAR street race. Beginning Thursday night, July 4, the Chicago Transit Authority will reroute the #6 (Jackson Park Express) from DuSable Lake Shore Drive to the Stevenson Expressway and State Street. Its normal route along Michigan Avenue will resume at Washington Street.
NASCAR's Inaugural Chicago Street Race Generates $108.9 Million Economic Surge for the City
NASCAR's high-octane foray into the streets of Chicago is not only turning heads but also turning over big bucks—$108.9 million worth of economic impact, to be precise. These numbers come from an economic impact study carried out by the Sports Industry Patrick Center at Temple University, detailing the inaugural Chicago Street Race's monetary vroom for the city. According to Chicago Business, the race also contributed a hefty $23.6 million in total media value.
NASCAR CUP & XFINITY SERIES CHICAGO STREET RACES PRESENTED THIS SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ON NBC AND PEACOCK
NBC Sports to Call Chicago Races “Radio Style” Around Street Circuit Featuring Roughly 90 Cameras To Showcase The Action. NASCAR Cup Series Grant Park 165 – Sunday at 4:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock, Countdown to Green Pre-Race at 4 p.m. ET. NASCAR Xfinity Series The...
WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Had Message For Angel Reese After She Made All-Star Team
WNBA legend Lisa Leslie is super excited for Angel Reese. Leslie congratulated Reese for making the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game after she was selected. "@Reese10Angel I’m so proud of you! Congratulations on your first All-Star! I told you! They will all regret passing on you," Leslie ...
District 86 adds new sport at Hinsdale South, reverses decision to merge Central and South boys gymnastics
Girls flag football is coming to Hinsdale South for the upcoming fall season, after a unanimous decision by the Hinsdale District 86 School Board on June 27. The decision to add flag football to the school’s roster of girls’ sports came months after the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) announced the debut of a State Series during the 2024-25 school year. Physical Education Department ...
Flood Brothers Disposal Backing Alex Labbe, SS-GreenLight Racing at Chicago
Alex Labbe. the 2017 NASCAR Canada Series Champion, will make a return to the driver’s seat this weekend in the NASCAR Xfinity Series as he is set to pilot the No. 07 Chevrolet Camaro for SS-GreenLight Racing. Labbe was revealed as one of the 43 drivers on the entry list for The Loop 110 Chciago Street Race on Monday.
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