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Russian Billionaire Suddenly Abandoned This Illinois Mansion?
It sounds like something you'd see in a spy thriller, but it's a real life Illinois thing. Neighbors have wondered out loud why a Russian billionaire just suddenly abandoned an exotic Illinois mansion and left the country. The mystery begins with an investigation of this out of the way Illinois...
Bodycam shows moment police fatally shot Illinois woman Sonya Massey
Bodycam shows the moment police fatally shot 36-year-old Sonya Massey, who had called authorities over concerns about a prowler at her home. Illinois State Police released bodycam video of the incident. The video has been blurred by police. NBC News has edited the video for graphic content. Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson was indicted on charges of first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm and official misconduct.
Illinois’ Favorite Ice Cream Flavor is Kind of Shocking
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 21 and you most definitely want to celebrate. But will you celebrate with something more exciting than Illinois' favorite ice cream flavor?. Pretty much every day, there's a 'National' holiday. Some of them are actual holidays when we don't have to go to...
Taco and Art Fest Draws a Fantastic Turnout in Reed Keppler Park – Taco and Art Fest atrae una participación fantástica en Reed Keppler Park
This past Saturday, Reed Keppler Park was abuzz with activity as the community gathered for the highly anticipated Taco and Art Fest. With perfect weather on their side, attendees enjoyed a day filled with music, art, food, and fun. The festival featured a lineup of musical acts performing in the...
Grizzlies Take Down Boomers To Win Weekend Series
The Gateway Grizzlies trailed early against the Schaumburg Boomers on Sunday afternoon, but Collin Sullivan (6-4) settled down for a “quality start,” and the offense woke up in a big way with a six-run sixth inning to take the lead for good in a 7-3 victory at Wintrust Field, clinching the weekend series win on the road.
Congregation Beth Shalom of Naperville is open to all
For over 50 years, Congregation Beth Shalom of Naperville (CBS) has been an independent Jewish community. They are home to over 240 member families from the western suburbs, including DuPage, Will, and Kane counties. They are a diverse congregation, where Jews and their interfaith families can find friendship and belonging, deepening our knowledge of Judaism and practicing mitzvot (good deeds).
4 pedestrians, CPD squad car hit by stolen vehicle fleeing stop on SW Side, Chicago police say
Four pedestrians and a CPD squad car were hit by a stolen vehicle in the Brighton Park neighborhood Monday night, Chicago police said.Officers were conducting a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle at about 11:26 p.m. in the 2500-block of West 46th Street when police said the driver reversed and hit a squad car.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe driver then hit two other cars along with four pedestrians.Police said three women were transported to hospitals in good condition and an eight-year-old girl was treated on the scene.One suspect was taken into custody and Area One detectives are investigating.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Winnetka Farmers’ Market breaks attendance record
Fourth of July weekend often brings with it sparks of attendance at community events. But the holiday weekend this year proved to be one for the record book for the Winnetka Farmers’ Market. During her staff report at the Village Council meeting on July 16, Trustee Tina Dalman said more than 2,800 people attended the […] The post Winnetka Farmers’ Market breaks attendance record appeared first on The Record.
Monster Truck Throwdown from Sycamore Speedway
The Monster Truck Throwdown Tour visited Sycamore Speedway in Maple Park, Illinois, featuring six trucks competing in the two-wheel skills competition, racing, and freestyle. The trucks that competed in the show were Avenger, Black Widow, Against The Grain, Crushstation, Lumberjack, Mega Bite, and Psycho Circus. Tirbert filmed these events. Subscribe...
Foxtrot To Reopen Stores In Old Town, Gold Coast, Wicker Park And Fulton Market
CHICAGO — Foxtrot is planning to reopen at least four of its former stores as the upscale convenience store chain plots its return to Chicago. Further Point Acquisitions, the investment firm that bought Foxtrot’s assets at auction, recently applied for liquor licenses at the former Foxtrot locations in Wicker Park, 1722 W. Division St.; Fulton Market, 171 N. Green St.; Old Town, 1562 N. Wells St.; and Gold Coast, 23 W. Maple St.
Rise When the Rooster Crows - 7/21/24
WYSO Music On Demand provides your favorite locally-produced radio shows to stream for two weeks after they air! Listen to this episode of Rise When The Rooster Crows, hosted by Jennifer Berman:. For a detailed playlist, visit the show's program page or our playlist search page. Listen to Jennifer every...
Goose Island Just Released Details for Its Cult-Favorite Bourbon County Stout 2024 Lineup
Every November on the day after Thanksgiving, we celebrate the American consumerist tradition of Black Friday by waiting in line at big box stores and occasionally erupting into fisticuffs over LCD TV deals. That day also marks the release of Goose Island Beer Co.’s annual Bourbon County Stout lineup, a fan favorite that has achieved cult-like status in the beer world over the years. We have the early details to share, and there are some exciting new variants on the way.Taste Test: Knob Creek's New Blend of Bourbon and Rye Whiskey Is a Winner Bourbon County Stout first came out more...
Burglars are targeting parked cars along Milwaukee Avenue, cops say
CHICAGO — Car burglars are targeting cars parked along or near Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Logan Square, police said Monday. The thieves have been breaking side windows to get inside the vehicles. The thieves then proceed to steal any valuable items they find inside the cars. CPD says the burglars have gotten away with laptops, phones, wallets, musical instruments, clothing, checkbooks, credit cards, cash, purses, bags, and more.
Push for natural gas detectors grows in Illinois a year after Oak Park explosion
OAK PARK, Ill. - A year has passed since a massive explosion in Oak Park leveled an apartment building, claiming the life of one man and displacing 12 residents. In response, there is a growing push to install natural gas detectors in every home across Illinois. Proponents argue that the...
2024 Paris Olympics coming to NBC 5, Telemundo Chicago starting this week
NBC 5 Chicago, Telemundo Chicago and NBCU Local Chicago digital properties will be the local destination for comprehensive, round-the-clock coverage of the highly-anticipated 2024 Paris Olympic Games beginning Friday, July 26. Featuring over 500+ hours of combined linear event coverage on NBC 5 Chicago & Telemundo Chicago, extensive 24/7 digital...
Chicago man sentenced after stealing phones from Rockford store
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - A Chicago man is sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for the role he played in a string of armed robberies of cell phone stores throughout northern Illinois. Johnathan Byars, 26, and four others robbed six cell phone stores at gunpoint, threatening employees and stealing...
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