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U.S. Department of Labor Awards Indiana $1.2M for Registered Apprenticeship Programs
The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the award of more than $39 million in grants to 46 states and territories to increase the capacity of Registered Apprenticeship programs across key industries and provide workers with access to the new, good-paying jobs created under the Biden-Harris administration’s Investing in America agenda. The amount awarded to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development in Indianapolis comes to $1,233.642.
12-year-old boy missing from Albany Park home in Chicago
CHICAGO — A search is underway for a 12-year-old boy who went missing from his home on the Northwest Side on Sunday. According to Chicago police, 12-year-old Andre Robinson left his home in the 4900 block of North Whipple Street, in Albany Park, on Sunday and has not been seen since.
Get got a 9 year sentence for carjacking a 69-year-old woman, but didn’t spend a single night in prison. Here’s why.
CHICAGO — Even in a state where most prison sentences are automatically cut in half, Damajae Mitchell’s situation is an eye-opener. Mitchell, 20, pleaded guilty late last month to carjacking and trying to rob a 69-year-old woman on the Northwest Side. When he committed the crime, officials said, he had another carjacking case pending in juvenile court.
Valparaiso University provides admission pathway to City Colleges of Chicago students
VALPARAISO, Ind. — Valparaiso University and the City Colleges of Chicago announced a partnership Monday that gives CCC students an admission pathway to the private university. To qualify for guaranteed admission, City Colleges of Chicago students must have at least a 2.5 GPA and complete an Associate in Arts,...
Meet Michael Graniczny, Builder/Owner/CEO
Today, we have a special treat for our readers: an exclusive video interview with our very own Andrew Knies, the dynamic and visionary owner of Brokerworks Group. Joining Andrew is Owner of Havyn Homes, Michael Graniczny, a man Andrew holds in great esteem not only as an exceptional partner to Brokerworks but also as a mentor and guiding force in his business and personal life.
2 shot at South Side CTA bus turnaround: CPD
A 39-year-old male was standing in the turnaround near Halsted and 79th when an armed man approached. Chicago Police said he demanded the victims belongings, but when the victim began to run, the suspect fired several shots.
Weekend Animal Fat Spill Closes Intersection
(La Porte County, IN) - Animal fat spilled from a semi-truck just outside La Porte over the weekend. It happened Saturday about 8:30 a.m. at Severs Road and County Road 100 West. La Porte County Police say the driver explained he picked up a load of animal fat from HRR...
Employees of the Year named at Northwest Health – Porter
Words like dedication, expertise, passion, and excellence – among many others – were used to describe the three employees recognized as team members of the year at Northwest Health – Porter last week. Each year, the hospital names a Team Member of the Year, Clinical Manager of...
1 dead after Metra train strikes vehicle, sheriff says; delays impacting Fox Lake, Grayslake
At least one person was killed after train and a vehicle crashed in the north suburbs on Monday, according to the Lake County Sheriff's Office.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchMetra said inbound train #2124 struck a vehicle in the Ingleside area near the intersection of Wilson Road and Larkin Lane.Metra announced a series of changes to its service due to the crash.At last check, trains were operating with a 15-to-25-minute delay at Grayslake and Fox Lake.The sheriff's office and Fox Lake police are at the scene of the crash.It was not immediately known how many people were on the train at the time of the crash.The crash happened before 8 a.m., according to Metra.Metra police is handling the investigation.This is a developing story.
Tens of thousands without power after strong storms move through parts of Indiana overnight | Severe storm updates
INDIANAPOLIS — As the severe weather threat increased, most of central Indiana was under a severe thunderstorm watch until early Tuesday morning. All local severe weather watches and warnings were allowed to expire for central Indiana as we head into Tuesday morning, but scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue to impact the area through the morning hours.
Heat advisory in effect for parts of Chicago area; heat indices up to 110 degrees
"Dangerous" heat and humidity levels were expected Monday in the Chicago area, with high temperatures in the 90s and heat indices reaching as high as 110 degrees for some parts. At 8 a.m. Monday, a heat advisory went into effect for DeKalb, LaSalle, Kendall, Grundy, Northern Will and Kankakee counties.
Assisting Veterans: Indiana Program Eases Back-to-School Financial Burdens
Indiana veterans who are facing financial hardship and struggling to provide essential school expenses for their dependent children can take advantage of the Military Family Relief Fund Back-to-School Program. Helping Veterans and Their Families. The Military Family Relief Fund Back-to-School Program aims to aid Indiana veterans who are going through...
Beryl’s Remnants Spawned 4 Indiana Tornadoes, Including an EF-3: NWS
MOUNT VERNON, Ind. (AP) — The remnants of Hurricane Beryl spawned at least four tornadoes in Indiana, including an EF-3 twister with winds as high as 140 mph (225 kph) that tore through a small city in the state’s southwestern corner, the National Weather Service said. The tornado...
An Illinois man alleges he was fired by a Des Moines company for not cutting his dreadlocks
Days into training at a Des Moines-based trucking company, an Illinois man was allegedly fired for refusing to cut off his locs. He's since filed a civil rights complaint against the company for discrimination. ...
3.4 magnitude earthquake in DeKalb County
SOMONAUK, Ill. — A 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck DeKalb County Monday morning, according to the U.S. Geological Survey said. It happened around 3 a.m. just two kilometers northwest of the village of Somonauk. The quake was felt widely in the area. Shaking could be felt most in the town of Sandwich, about four miles from […]
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