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Elmhurst Alert: Rideshare Driver Robbed at Gunpoint, Police Search for Suspect
Elmhurst, IL – A rideshare journey ended in an armed robbery early Friday morning, prompting Elmhurst Police to launch a door-to-door investigation in the Elmhurst Terrace Apartments area. At approximately 7:30 a.m., a rideshare driver reported picking up a passenger in Chicago who, instead of paying the fare, robbed...
Independence Day fireworks display in Chicago suburb cut short
An Independence Day fireworks display in a Chicago suburb ended early Wednesday night due to an unspecified malfunction, authorities said. In a statement, the Wheaton Park District said the operator of its Independence Day fireworks display at Graf Park experienced a malfunction with one of its fireworks. As a result, the remainder of the show was cancelled, officials said.
Woman Fatally Struck on I-80 Near Shorewood, Multiple Vehicles and Boats Involved in Crash
A tragic incident unfolded early Friday morning on Interstate 80 in Will County, resulting in the death of a pedestrian. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, a female standing outside her vehicle was struck by another vehicle just after 7:00 A.M. near Shorewood in the westbound lanes of I-80. The impact was fatal, and it prompted the closure of all westbound lanes on the interstate while authorities responded to the scene.
Driver ejected, killed in single-car crash on Bishop Ford Freeway
CHICAGO - A driver died after being ejected from their vehicle during a single-car crash Friday morning on the Bishop Ford Freeway. A white GMC SUV struck the median barrier around 5:50 a.m. and the driver was ejected from the vehicle in the southbound lanes of I-94 near 115th Street, according to Illinois State Police.
Will County Coroner Identifies Man Found Dead In Pump House
At 6:47 on Tuesday night, Joliet police and the Joliet Fire Department responded to the US Steel property at 941 Collins Street for a report of a body found. Police entered a pump house which had flooded with water and located a deceased adult male floating in approximately four to five feet of water. It appeared the body was in an advanced stage of decomposition.
New study explores the impact of environmental change on housing in Indiana
A new analysis examines how pressing environmental issues can impact housing throughout the state. One key finding is that historic policies such as redlining continue to haunt minority communities in Indiana. The report, from the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana, or FHCCI, looked at environmental concerns that neighborhoods are...
Enter to Win Tickets to Cold Case LIVE!
Cold Case LIVE is coming to the Rialto Square Theatre on October 11th. You’re invited to investigate America’s most notorious cold cases at Cold Case Live, a live onstage exploration into unsolved crime featuring expert Joe Kennedy.
White sox purchase Mustangs' pitcher Pat Maybach's contract
The Chicago White Sox have purchased the contract of Billings Mustangs pitcher Pat Maybach, the Mustangs announced on Friday. The Chicago White Sox have purchased the contract of Billings Mustangs pitcher Pat Maybach, the Mustangs announced on Friday.
Staatstheater Kassel Names New Music Director
Latvian conductor Ainars Rubikis has been named the Generalmusikdirektor of Staatstheater Kassel starting during the 2025-6 season. Rubikis was the General Music Director of the Komische Oper Berlin and was responsible for the musical fortunes of one of the country’s most renowned opera houses. Rubikis is already known to the orchestra of the Staatstheater Kassel from a previous collaboration.
What is NASCAR Chicago Street Race date and time? Grant Park 165 schedule, map, road closures
NASCAR returns to Chicago's Grant Park during the first weekend of July, bringing NASCAR fans back to Illinois for the second NASCAR Chicago Street Race. The area in front of the Buckingham Fountain along South Columbus Drive will serve as the start and finish line, as well as pit road. ...
Singer, songwriter, and composer Cody Fry never forgot his Chicago area roots
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A hometown guy is making his mark in the music world, while never forgetting where he came from.Cody Fry grew up in the north suburbs, and now lives in Nashville, but he recently returned to Chicago for a very memorable one-night event at the Chicago Symphony Center.It was a dream homecoming for the 33-year-old Chicago area native as Fry shared the stage with none other than the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.He said it was an unbelievable thrill to come back to Chicago to perform with one of the world's great orchestras."It's surreal. This is the orchestra that I...
Rally held after dozens of shootings in Chicago since the 4th of July holiday
More than 40 people have been shot in Chicago during 4th of July celebrations. The violence prompted a rally Friday evening, in what the mayor said was to promote bonding, support and healing.
Chicago Trauma Doctors Urge Gun Violence Declaration as Public Health Crisis
Trauma doctors at a major Chicago hospital are speaking out, insisting that the declaration of gun violence as a public health crisis is overdue. For years, they have been on the frontline, dealing with the devastating impacts of firearms on a daily basis. Unique Perspective from Medical Professionals. Dr. Garen...
Van Gisbergen: ‘There’s Probably A Target On Us’
CHICAGO — A year removed from his historic NASCAR Cup Series victory at the Chicago Street Course, Shane van Gisbergen understands why he’s favored to repeat. But at the same time, he’s not taking it for granted. Making his first career NASCAR start, the former Supercars star...
Week in Review: Biden Campaign Tries Damage Control; Chicago’s Pension Debt Tops $37B
President Joe Biden’s campaign tries to right the ship as some Democratic lawmakers and big money donors start publicly calling for a new candidate at the top of the ticket. A U.S. Supreme Court ruling sparked by charges former President Donald Trump tried to illegally stay in power creates broad new immunity protections for presidents.
Chicago man accused of carjacking 83-year-old woman at gunpoint facing felony charge
CHICAGO — A Chicago man accused of carjacking an elderly woman at gunpoint on the city’s Far South Side is now facing a felony charge. Chicago police say 19-year-old Trevon Robinson, a Back of the Yards resident, has been charged with one felony count of aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm. Authorities say the charge […]
Maya Hawke shares Stranger Things update
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Kicking things off tonight, Jonathan Owens is a Chicago Bears newbie and is expected to start training camp on July 19. This is just a little over a week before his wife Simone Biles competes in Paris and the Bears have granted him just a few days off to watch her in the Olympics.
Number of migrants in Chicago shelters fall to lowest level in months
CHICAGO (CBS) – The number of people living in Chicago's migrant shelters is at one of its lowest points since new arrivals first began to arrive in the city.The City of Chicago closed its temporary migrant shelter at Daley College this week as the state opened a new location near Midway Airport.The newest location, a hotel, has been turned into a state-run migrant shelter. No one is allowed in or out without an escort by security. The hotel can fit 950 people, though it was not clear as of this week how many were living there.Chicago officials said they're preparing...
Violence in Chicago has changed. An outreach group explains why and what needs to be done
The Fourth of July long weekend has so far been a violent one in Chicago with 11 people killed and 55 shot by late Friday afternoon. Just after 6:15 on the morning of July 4, a house on the 7100 block of South Woodlawn was the target of a brutal attack that left three people dead, including an 8-year-old, and two more children critically wounded.
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