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Angel Reese’s Post Minutes After Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever Game Is Going Viral
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever pulled off an 84-79 win over the Atlanta Dream on the road at State Farm Arena, moving their record to 14-16 on the season. With the win, Clark and the Fever helped out Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky in a big way. With playoff implications on the line, the ...
Indy woman launches mobile bookstore
Black Worldschoolers is a one-of-a-kind support program that benefits Black homeschooling families. The organization offers resources, community, and support to those who wish to take personal responsibility for guiding their children’s education at home. Natalie Pipkin spoke with us about her inspiring work with Black Worldschoolers. She shared how important it is to create an […]
Man wanted for robbing elderly woman on Red Line train in the Loop: police
CHICAGO - Chicago police are searching for a man who allegedly robbed an elderly person on a Red Line train this week. A CTA train pulled into the Washington Red Line station around 2 a.m. Monday. At that time, the suspect allegedly checked the platform to see if anyone was around and snatched the purse of an elderly victim.
Demolition to begin Tuesday for new Bally's Casino in River West
Demolition is poised to begin Tuesday for the new Bally's casino and hotel complex at the former Tribune publishing site in the city's River West neighborhood. An event marking the start of demolition is planned for Tuesday morning, officials said. In late July, Bally's revealed it entered into a $940...
The ARC Phenomenon: Chicago hosts globally acclaimed electronic music fest this weekend
Local Spins’ ‘Looking for the Perfect Beat’ columnist Todd Ernst unveils must-see festival sets and his pro users’ guide as ARC celebrates 40 years of house music in its birthplace. SCROLL DOWN FOR FESTIVAL SCHEDULE. The 40th anniversary of house music culminates this Labor Day weekend...
Caleb Williams may be the quarterback the Bears cannot break
The Chicago Bears have been caught up in quarterback hype trains before. You don’t have to delve very far back in team history to see. Justin Fields was supposed to be a savior. Mitch Trubisky had all the tools to be the best quarterback in his draft class. Jay Cutler, well, you don’t trade two first round draft picks for a guy who’s just gonna become a parody of himself, right?
Cubs Eyeing Anthony Santander: A Power Bat Worth Considering
The Chicago Cubs are in the market for a power hitter to boost their offense, which has struggled with consistency and below-average power metrics. Anthony Santander of the Baltimore Orioles emerges as a potential target, especially if Cody Bellinger opts out of his contract. Santander is having a standout season with 38 home runs and 86 RBIs, showcasing his ability as a middle-of-the-order switch hitter. His performance makes him a desirable asset, although his defensive and base-running skills are limited. The Cubs must evaluate if Santander's contract is manageable and if he can significantly impact their lineup.
The Cubs' Patrick Wisdom oddly got ejected without even saying a word to the umpire
A majority of big-league umpires give players and managers a high threshold for what they’d tolerate before an ejection. They understand that emotions can run high in pro sports, and it usually takes a few magic words or personal attacks to send someone back to the clubhouse. Umpire James...
Bears could sell high on the Tyson Bagent hype and reunite him with a former coach
Ever since his first practice with the Chicago Bears, quarterback Tyson Bagent has been turning heads. From Day 1, his college résumé preceded him. People heard all about the countless snaps he took in college and all of the accolades he earned in Division II football. But, beyond...
Chicago Bears cut ties with former Illinois football defensive lineman
This weekend was a bit brutal for some NFL hopefuls who came out of the Illinois football program. Even though some of the Illini didn’t get picked in the 2024 NFL Draft, they still were able to sign on with NFL franchises in hopes of impressing the coaching staff.
This one-of-a-kind Peoria Heights home sold for over $1.3 million
Location, elevation and renovation are three reasons why a home along the "world's most beautiful drive" recently sold for over $1 million. The house on North Grandview Drive in Peoria Heights is "one of only 6 homes situated on the riverside of Grandview Drive owning its own riverview amongst park land," reads the...
Hispanic Heritage Month Festival in Silvis is free family fun
Silvis kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with a free, family-friendly festival full of culture, music and community at the Hispanic Heritage Month Festival on Saturday, September 14 from 12 – 8 p.m. on Hero Street in downtown Silvis. A kids’ zone filled with giant games, a soft play area, magic shows, balloon artists and face […]
Accused Murderer Indicted By Grundy Co. Grand Jury
An accused murderer is facing three more felony charges in Grundy County. Jeffrey Conley, 52, of Gardner was indicted by a Grundy County grand jury last week on two counts of First-Degree Murder, two counts of Aggravated Domestic Battery, both class two felonies and Involuntary Manslaughter, a class three felony.
Illinois is Home to the Most ‘Players’ in the Dating Game
If you think the dating world kind of sucks in Illinois, you're not wrong. Turns out Illinois is one of the worst states to date it because we are packed with 'players.'. When I think back to the first time in my life I heard the word players associated with dating, I'm brought to 1998-ish. I was in 4th grade and spent most of my free time watching MTV and quickly changing the channel when my parents came into the basement.
Seafood Chain Closing More Spots Than Expected, Illinois Included
Just a little over 90 days ago, America's biggest and best known seafood restaurant change made an announcement that pretty much confirmed all the rumors that had been swirling around about the company's overall health and ability to continue operations. Red Lobster's Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on May 19th stated...
One Important School Bus Safety Law Illinois Drivers Constantly Break
Schools are officially back in session in Illinois, so it's time for an important reminder about school bus safety laws and the one law Illinois drivers tend to break the most. My kids have been back to school for less than a week, and although they don't take the bus,...
National Weather Service issues HEAT ADVISORY until 7pm Thursday
The National Weather Service has issued a HEAT ADVISORY, which is now in effect until 7pm, Thursday, August 29, 2024. ...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heat index values up to 110 this afternoon, and 100 to 105. on Wednesday and Thursday. * WHERE...In Illinois,...
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