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NW suburban sneaker shop victim of smash-and-grab for 3rd time this year
For the third time this year, a sneaker shop in Park Ridge has been hit by burglars. Thieves used a stolen SUV to ram through the front window and security gate at HQ Chicago Sneaker and Streetwear on Northwest Highway.
Ex-Cheerleader Voluntarily Drops Lawsuit Against Northwestern
A federal lawsuit alleging sex trafficking and forced labor against Northwestern University and four employees, including former athletic director Mike Polisky, has been dropped by the plaintiff, a former cheerleader at the school. As reported by Adam Rittenberg of ESPN, attorneys representing Hayden Richardson on Monday filed a stipulation to...
Stateville begins transferring out prisoners amid concerns over conditions
Dozens of men have begun to be transferred out of Stateville Correctional Center just north of Joliet as debates continue over the condition of the century-old prison and Gov. JB Pritzker’s plans to rebuild it in the coming years. So far, 75 people in custody have been transferred out of Stateville, Illinois Department of Corrections spokesperson Naomi Puzzello said Wednesday. Those men went ...
2 more members of prolific armed robbery crew get 10-year prison sentences
CHICAGO — The third and fourth members of a prolific armed robbery crew that ran havoc across the city in the winter of 2022 have pleaded guilty to their roles in the crime wave. Like two co-defendants who pleaded guilty before them, they received ten-year sentences. The judge who...
Liquor store burgled / BG Days set / Contested Board race looms
Retail burglary – Police report that officers responded to an alarm at Dev Liquors, 1170 McHenry Road. Upon arrival, reports say officers observed two vehicles pulling out of the parking lot. Officers pursued the vehicles at a high rate of speed on McHenry Road, but, say reports, were unable to apprehend them. Reports say the front window of the store was smashed and items inside were in disarray.
The Los Angeles Chargers Will Trade Khalil Mack to the Chicago Bears
A reunion with future hall-of-famer Khalil Mack is not only the most viable option, but in all likelihood the most realistic. Khalil Mack is a free agent next offseason so the Bears could wait till the offseason to attempt to get him in Free Agency but then it’s fair game for all other 30 teams. If Chicago makes the move this year they can sign him to a shorter extension such as a 2-year extension.
Simone Biles Reveals the Gymnastics Move Her Husband Hates
Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens is already used to seeing gravity-defying and mind-blowing gymnastics moves, thanks to his wife and USA Gymnastics icon Simone Biles. Despite that, however, there is one particular skill that he absolutely hates: the wolf turn. Biles admitted as much in a recent ...
No winner in Oak Lawn ‘Queen of Hearts' drawing as jackpot soars to $1.3 million
There wasn’t a winner in Wednesday night’s “Queen of Hearts” drawing on behalf of Park Lawn in suburban Oak Lawn, meaning that next week’s jackpot will soar even higher. According to Park Lawn’s website, the next jackpot will be more than $1.3 million after no...
Indiana Fever Reveal Major Injury News Before Game Vs. Angel Reese, Chicago Sky
The Indiana Fever are set to face the Chicago Sky on Aug. 30 at 7:30 pm. ET for the final game between the two organizations this season. Nearly 24 hours before tip-off, Indiana Fever ClutchPoints writer Matthew Byrne released a statement regarding injury designations surrounding the Fever. ...
Bears Sign Former Jets Center, Cut Rookie DT Amid Roster Moves
The Chicago Bears are already shaking up their 2024 practice squad, bringing in three new players — including more center depth — and cutting loose two more who spent time with the team during this summer’s NFL training camp. According to the team’s transaction wire for August...
Legionnaires' disease bacteria found in drinking water at EPA's Chicago Loop offices
CHICAGO - Bacteria that can cause legionnaires' disease was detected in the drinking water at the EPA's Chicago Loop offices. High levels of lead and copper were also found in a pair of water sources at the offices. The Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building on Jackson Houses around 900 EPA...
Taylor Hall Will Be Valuable To The 2024-25 Chicago Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks took a huge blow to their lineup when Taylor Hall was deemed out for the season. He isn’t the player that he was in his prime but he still has the skills necessary to help a hockey team. Hall has spent moments in his career with...
Bears’ Recently Cut QB Signs to NFC North Rival’s Active Roster
Brett Rypien might have missed the cut with the Chicago Bears, but he didn’t have to wait long to get another chance elsewhere in the NFC North. According to the team’s transaction wire for August 29, the Minnesota Vikings signed Rypien to their 53-man roster as their new third-string quarterback and waived quarterback Jaren Hall — a 2023 fifth-round pick — in a corresponding move.
'We made it': Chicago baby who weighed less than 1 pound at birth released from hospital
After almost 10 months of staying in the NICU, a Northwest Side baby is finally heading home. Doctors, nurses, and family cheered on 25-week-old Nathan Zarate as he graduated from the NICU at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge.
Sheryl Swoopes Picks One Word To Describe Angel Reese
WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes worked as a reporter, covering the Chicago Sky's matchup against the Washington Mystics on Wednesday. Before the game tipped off, Swoopes was asked about her opinion of Angel Reese, and she wasn't shy in giving the rookie immense praise. Swoopes called Reese a ...
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