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Aaliyah Chavez impresses LSU and South Carolina, others make headlines at Nike Tournament of Champions
The Nike Tournament of Champions has been a the meeting ground for elite coaches to get further acquainted with talented prospects. Although Chicago's McCormick Place was filled to the brim with college-ready, high school standouts, there were a few players who shined brighter than the other stars. Let's take a...
Two Chicago Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Mail Theft Using Stolen Postal Service Arrow Keys
Source: Administrative Office of the United States Courts, District of Illinois. Two Chicago men have been handed federal prison sentences for their roles in a scheme, involving stolen U.S. Postal Service arrow keys, to pilfer mail and packages from city residents. 44-year-old Thaddeus J. Harper and 39-year-old Joseph T. Solomon found themselves at the mercy of the judicial system earlier this week after their exploits were unraveled by an investigation coined "Operation Broken Arrow."
Copper Theft Shuts Down Two Popular Beverly Businesses (video)
Two popular businesses in Beverly, Chicago, recently closed their doors after thieves targeted their air conditioning units. The thefts occurred two weeks ago, causing significant damage and financial loss. Ice Cream Shop Severely Impacted. A well-known ice cream shop, which has been operating for six years, suffered extensive damage when...
Chicago Businesses Ramp Up Security as Coordinated Burglaries Strike Shakespear and Town Hall Districts
Businesses in the 14th and 19th Districts of Chicago are on high alert after a series of burglaries targeted local shops in the early hours of July 24th, 2024. According to a recent business alert issued by the Chicago Police Department, an organized group of individuals, described as four male offenders dressed in black hooded sweatshirts, gloves, and face masks, shattered business entrances using a hammer to commit their crimes.
Chicago firm plans to buy Lattitude Five25, demolish troubled Near East Side towers
The Latitude Five25 apartment towers are in contract to a company that plans to replace the troubled complex with an affordable housing complex with nearly 400 apartments with the potential to more than double that number. Long known as Sawyer Towers, the Near East Side housing towers were evacuated over Christmas 2022 after being...
The chaos of the 1968 DNC: Retired CBS Chicago reporter John Drummond remembers
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Fifty-six years ago, the events of one week in August stained Chicago's image around the world—anti-Vietnam War protests, and the police response to them, during the Democratic National Convention.John "Bulldog" Drummond was there for it all. He is known to generations of Chicagoans as a television news legend at CBS Chicago, WBBM-TV, Channel 2—famously covering the organized crime beat and all sorts of other crooks and capers, hoodlums and heists, scalawags and seedy enterprises—and also filling in on the anchor desk or on sports. But the 1968 Democratic National Convention happened a year before Drummond started at...
The San Francisco 49ers Will Trade Trent Williams to the Chicago Bears
In more drama coming from the San Francisco 49ers, offensive lineman Trent Williams is holding out of training camp alongside Brandon Aiyuk. Unlike Aiyuk, Williams isn’t seeking an extension to his current contract but is looking for guaranteed money. At this point in his career, Williams knows any given snap could be his last, yet he remains arguably the best tackle in the league. Williams, who just turned 36 years old, has three seasons left on his contract, but none of it is guaranteed. He is scheduled to make solid money over the next three years, with base salaries of $20.05 million, $22.5 million, and $32.21 million, respectively, putting him near the top of the market. However, he wants reassurance. If the 49ers cannot make that happen, the Chicago Bears should consider a deal to bring Williams in to protect Caleb Williams‘ blindside.
Caleb Williams' Insane Patrick Mahomes-esque Pass Breaks The Internet
Last week, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears kicked off their 2024 NFL training camp for the upcoming season. Williams is already making highlight plays, and his most recent one may be his best as it looked very similar to a tough throw Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick ...
South Side cheerleading squad to perform in Bud Billiken Parade thanks to generous donation
CHICAGO – A South Side cheerleading squad was all smiles Thursday thanks to a big donation that will help keep their dreams of performing in the Bud Billiken Parade afloat. The Chi-Town cats have called the South Side home for decades and they’ve routinely been part of the best back-to-school bash on the block. The […]
Chicago Cubs Trade for Outfield Depth Before Deadline
The Cubs have made a trade, but it's not as exciting as it sounds. The trade involves acquiring Gilberto Celestino, a minor league outfielder, with no significant return listed, indicating a modest deal, possibly for cash. Gilberto Celestino, 25, is hitting .271/.348/.356/88 wRC+ this season. Celestino has primarily been at...
In the suburbs, proposed water rates spark outrage from residents, advocates
BOLINGBROOK, Ill. (Capitol News Illinois) – Residents of Chicago’s southwest suburbs, alongside local and state elected officials, shared their anger over a proposed water rate increase this week, describing it as “outrageous” and “ridiculous.”. At issue was a proposed rate increase that would drive the...
'People are people': Catholic Charities say politics should play no role when caring for migrants
Chicago is preparing for possibly thousands more migrants being bussed from Texas, just as the Democratic National Convention begins. Antonio Fernandez is CEO of Catholic Charities in San Antonio. He said migrants are being used as political tools.
Chicago Cubs Trade: Taillon Heading to Red Sox for Zanetello, Fitts, Jordan
The Chicago Cubs are considering trading ace Jameson Taillon, who signed a $68 million deal last offseason. A proposed deal would send Taillon and cash considerations to the Boston Red Sox in exchange for prospects Nazzan Zanetello, Richard Fitts, and Blaze Jordan, offering the Cubs a significant haul from the Red Sox's farm system.
Massive Garrett Crochet update could end trade talk once and for all
The trade deadline is now five days away. Contending will soon be putting the finishing touches on their rosters for the 2024 season, while those out of contention will be selling off assets to build for the future. One team that already has its eyes on the future is the Chicago White Sox, and their biggest trade asset as the deadline nears is left-hander Garrett Crochet.
A Scout’s Take: It’s Time to Say I Was Wrong
It’s no secret that at the end of 2023 and earlier this year, I was against the Chicago Bears drafting Caleb Williams. I said so often on my Podcast, Gabriel Talks Football, and also on social media. My reasoning was never about talent but rather Caleb Williams, the person....
Shocking Details of Failed Blockbuster Bears Trade Surface
The Chicago Bears did an exceptional job improving the roster this offseason. General manager Ryan Poles made it his mission to find a way to get more playmakers on the field. The Bears added a long list of studs in both free agency and the NFL Draft. Chicago selected Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze back in April's draft.
Isak Hansen Independent Hardware, Home Center, and Custom Builders in Lutsen to expand home appliance purchase and repair needs of Cook County
All photos from Boreal Community Media. The recent closure announcement from Almost Home Appliance has many Cook County community members wondering what other options are available for purchasing and repairing home appliances locally. Some may not be aware that Isak Hansen Independent Hardware, Home Center, and Custom Builders in Lutsen, MN, sells and services appliances. For over 90 years, Isak Hansens has been here to support the needs of Cook County residents. Boreal Community Media reached out to Tom Dwyer, owner of Isak Hansen, to learn more.
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