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OP housing trust fund applications are open
Oak Park is accepting applications on a rolling basis for housing trust fund dollars, the intention of which is to provide and preserve affordable housing in the village. The total balance of the trust fund is about $1,950,000, village officials told Wednesday Journal. When funds are exhausted, any remaining applicants will be placed on a waiting list, village officials said, and the village board could decide if and how to fund additional projects.
Two Women College Presidents Announce Their Resignations
President of North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, has stepped down from her role during a leave of absence. Her resignation was effective July 30, about one year after she took office on July 1, 2023. When she assumed her presidency last summer, Dr. Thomas became the college’s first woman...
Upscale Pickleball Club Opens in Northbrook
Slate Pickleball Club will join the Northbrook community at Brookside Plaza this fall. The 16,000 square foot space features seven state-of-the-art air-conditioned indoor courts as well as a full-service bar, café and pro shop. The club will offer adult and junior programming on the market, including leagues, private and...
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Illinois Peeps, These $10 Bills Could Be Worth More Than Just Face Value
Just when you thought $10 was only $10. Now, whenever you get one, you'll need to look closer. Believe it or not, that seemingly ordinary $10 bill could hold a value of over $100K. It's a fascinating world of currency we're about to delve into. The U.S. Federal Reserve says...
Teen shot outside Gately Park in Chicago, police say
CHICAGO (CBS) — A 15-year-old boy is in serious condition after he was shot outside an indoor track facility near Gately Park in Chicago on Saturday afternoon. According to the Chicago Police Department, the boy was in a parking lot in the 10200 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue around 4:15 p.m. when he was approached by a white vehicle, and someone inside started shooting. He was struck in the stomach and taken to Comer Children's Hospital. No one is in custody. The shooting is under investigation.
Draft Pick Profile – Cubs Steal Thomas Mangus from Oklahoma and He Is an Arm to Watch in 2025
When the Cubs took Thomas Mangus in the 18th round of this year‘s draft, I nailed my prediction that they would take one junior college player. I did not think that they would basically steal him from the University of Oklahoma, but that’s what the Cubs did by giving him an extra $70,000 in addition to his $150,00 slot value. And what are they going to get for that $220,000? Well, they’re going to get a very promising arm, and ascending one at that.
Illinois pediatric dental practice opens 2nd location
Brush Pediatric Dentistry opened a practice in Downers Grove, Ill., its second office location. Maggie Rizzo, DMD, will lead the new location along with founder Mira Albert, DDS, according to an Aug. 23 news release. Dr. Rizzo joined the practice in 2012. She is fellow and national spokesperson of the...
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Hooters Has Suddenly Closed 3 Missouri Locations & 1 in Illinois
This has been one of the most difficult years in recent memory (2020 not withstanding) for food establishments. Hooters is no exception as they have suddenly shut the doors on numerous locations across America including 3 in Missouri and 1 in Illinois. I heard a few weeks ago that Hooters...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
Weekend Break: LondonHouse Wooftop Pawty
CHICAGO — On this edition of Weekend Break, WGN’s Angelica Sanchez travels to LondonHouse Chicago, where they had their second annual Wooftop Pawty. LondonHouse Chicago Director of Sales and Marketing Don Barnett took some time to talk about the genesis of the event, and everything they have to offer at a venue that has become […]
Cameras Catch Angel Reese Taunting Ex-Teammate in Sky-Sun
On Friday night, Marina Mabrey and the Connecticut Sun pulled off a close 82-80 win against Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky. The game was secured after Sun star Alyssa Thomas made two free throws in the final seconds to give them the lead and the win. Before the Olympic break, Mabrey requested a ...
Marina Mabrey’s Blunt Response To Chennedy Carter’s Flagrant Foul
On Friday night, Marina Mabrey helped the Connecticut Sun defeat her former team, the Chicago Sky, by a final score of 82-80. Things got pretty heated early on between Mabrey and her old teammate Chennedy Carter. With 2:18 remaining in the first quarter, Mabrey received the ball in the low ...
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