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WATCH: Lightning in Central Illinois spotted from miles away
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Lightning was visible late Tuesday night as storms swept through Illinois, and viewers in several areas shared some videos with WCIA of what they saw. Video from Champaign around 9:50 p.m. WCIA Chief Meteorologist Kevin Lighty said the lightning was from Chicago-area storms more than 100 miles away. If you captured […]
Lee & Associates negotiates 101,577-square-foot industrial sale in Itasca
Lee & Associates, has closed the 101,577-square-foot sale of 701 Rohlwing Road in Itasca, Illinois. This is the largest user sale in the O’Hare submarket this year by both sale price and square foot. The sale transaction closed Aug. 1. Jeffrey J. Janda and Jeff Galante, principals at Lee...
Naperville’s Last Fling lands on top 100 list of Labor Day celebrations in US
Naperville’s farewell to summer has a welcome new distinction. The Last Fling has been named among the top 100 Labor Day celebrations in the country, according to online photo-focused site Mixbook. It landed at No. 57 on their list, and was one of five Illinois festivals to score a...
Excitement builds as suburban Oak Lawn ‘Queen of Hearts' drawing sees jackpot soar
Residents in suburban Oak Lawn are hoping that Wednesday will be their lucky day, as the jackpot for a ‘queen of hearts’ drawing has soared past $1 million. According to officials, the jackpot for Wednesday’s drawing has risen to more than $1.28 million, with no one winning the top prize in nearly two years.
Art Museum plans exhibit honoring muralist’s work
In 2014, Aurora-based artist Rafael Blanco had his first encounter with public art, working in tandem with six other painters during a 24-hour mural marathon in Nevada. Trained and working as a classical studio painter, the native of Alicante, Spain, immersed himself in wall mural art from that point on, resulting in a series of works in high-visibility urban spaces across the country, including Aurora, Elmhurst and Rockford.
Defense Shines, Offense Dominates As Saints Shutout Mustangs In 4-0 Win
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The University of St. Francis women's soccer team posted its first shutout of the season as the defense shined in a 4-0 win over Mount Mercy University (Iowa) on Wednesday afternoon. The match marked the first time under head coach Al Palar that the USF defense did not allow a single shot on goal throughout the entirety of the match.
Chicago Business Owner Claims Year-Long Racial Harassment by Neighbor (Video)
In River Forest, Illinois, a business owner has come forward with allegations of racial harassment and property damage, accusing the owner of a neighboring business of repeatedly targeting her and her daughter with racial slurs over the course of more than a year. The situation has escalated to the point where law enforcement has intervened, charging the accused with misdemeanor criminal damage to property.
Teacher has short commute to new job at Monroe
Shelbi Domjen doesn't have to think long about what or who influenced her to enter the field of education. The daughter of an elementary school teacher, Domjen said she spent many hours in the classroom with her mother while her father worked long hours on their family's farm. "My entire...
Hinsdale ball players enjoy ‘world-class experience’
Losing is no fun, but a lack of success on the diamond didn’t stop Hinsdale 12-year-olds from having the time of their lives during the 2024 Little League World Series n Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Hinsdale earned its trip to historic Williamsport with a dramatic, come-from-behind 8-7 win over Jasper, Indiana,...
Former Hinsdalean enjoying new chapter
Joan Roddewig Geary looks back on how her life unfolded in distinct chapters. Her first 10 years in Hinsdale were spent raising her four children and filling a host of volunteer positions, from serving as chair of the Hinsdale Antiques Show for two years in a row to organizing the St. Isaac Jogues dinner dance.
Aggravated robbery leaves local woman out $1,600
On Aug. 21, a woman told police she was parked near the entrance of Walmart on Roosevelt Road when a woman approached her car and asked for money. When the woman said she didn’t have any, the robber allegedly told her to go withdraw some or she’d hurt her. The alleged perpetrator was then joined by another woman. The woman drove the two to Bank of America in Oak Park, withdrew $1,600 and gave the pair the money. They asked her to drop them off at Dollar Tree, and the woman did before driving away.
Man robs Cook County bank at gunpoint; no suspects in custody
NILES, Ill. - A man robbed a bank at gunpoint in suburban NIles Wednesday morning. At about 9:10 a.m., the Niles Police Department responded to the U.S. Bank, located at 8500 W. Dempster St., for a report of a bank robbery. Officers learned that a Hispanic man wearing a COVID-type...
Severe turbulence on United Airlines flight causes Chicago-bound plane to land in Memphis; one injured
Passengers of a United Airlines flight made an unexpected stop in Memphis on their way to Chicago. A flight from Cancun, Mexico to Chicago was diverted to Memphis on Wednesday after passengers suffered injuries from turbulence. Flight 1196 experienced turbulence while the seatbelt sign was on. Paramedics met the aircraft at the gate and...
Men's Soccer Opens Jesuit Invitational Against Loyola Chicago
Omaha, Neb. -- Creighton Men's Soccer Begins the 2024 Jesuit Invitational a few hours earlier than expected on Thursday, August 29 as the Bluejays host Loyola Chicago at 1:30 pm. Originally scheduled at 7:00 p.m., the match was moved up in an effort to avoid thunderstorms in the forecast. 2024...
Harlem dominates Belvidere with Chicago Bears Chairman George McCaskey officiating
BELVIDERE, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The first varsity girls flag football game at Belvidere High School had a special guest. Chicago Bears Chairman of the Board George McCaskey was part of the three-man officiating crew for the game. McCaskey officiates and umpires multiple IHSA sports in the North Central Illinois area. The Bears have been one […]
Leo grad Wall picked in Major League Rugby draft
LEO, Ind. (WANE) – Leo High School graduate and Indiana University standout Peyton Wall will begin his professional rugby career in the Windy City, as Wall was selected with the 10th overall pick in the 2024 Major League Rugby draft by the Chicago Hounds. A first round selection, Wall joins a franchise that made its […]
4 arrested after stealing dozens of TVs from freight train in Englewood
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Police arrested four burglars Thursday morning after they stole dozens of televisions from a freight train in Englewood.Around 1:40 a.m., officers responded to a burglary near 63rd and Wentworth and saw four men loading dozens of televisions from a freight train onto the bed of a pickup truck.The burglars ran off but were arrested after a short foot chase.Police recovered 39 flatscreen televisions from the truck.Charges were pending against the four men in custody.
A Stray Bullet Left An Albany Park Man Paralyzed. Now, His Community Is Stepping Up As He Recovers
ALBANY PARK — Friends and family of an Albany Park man are raising money for his recovery after he was hit by a stray bullet a block away from his home in July, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. More than 260 people have stepped up to help...
Chicago-St. Louis passenger rail improvements win America’s Transportation Award for Illinois
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that transformational improvements to Chicago-to-St. Louis passenger rail, including the introduction of higher speeds, won top honors among Midwest states in the 2024 America's Transportation Awards in the “Quality of Life/Community Development, Large Project” category. Delivered in 2023 by IDOT under the leadership of Gov. JB Pritzker, the multi-year project on the state’s most popular rail line established 110 mph speeds for the first time in Illinois, helping to better connect communities and major institutions while improving safety, convenience and accessibility.
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