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Ozinga Field – Windy City Thunderbolts
Ozinga Field 14011 S Kenton Ave Crestwood, IL 60445. Windy City Thunderbolts website Ozinga Field website. The Windy City Thunderbolts have been playing baseball since 1995 when it began operations as the Will County Claws in the North Central League. In 1996 the team rebranded as the Cook County Cheetahs (Heartland League 1996 – 1998 and then joined the Frontier League in 1999) and in 2004 adopted the T-Bolts moniker.
Dogs for adoption in Illinois: Adopt Bella through Animal Rescue Foundation in Wheaton
Every first Friday of the month, ABC7 Chicago features the perfect pet in the "Forever Home Friday" pet adoption segment.On Friday morning, "Bella" was on ABC7 with her foster parent, Terry Johnson. Michelle Fischer from the Animal Rescue Foundation also joined to talk more about pet adoption.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchBella is a 5-year-old terrier mix, who loves car rides. She is loveable, and enjoys snuggles.She would be best as an only dog, but does like cats.SEE ALSO: 18 cats rescued in Iowa after severe flooding arrive in Chicago with PAWS volunteersShe does well with kids, as well.Visit www.arf-il.org or call 630-200-3828 for more information.The Animal Rescue Foundation is located at 31 W. Roosevelt Road in Wheaton.
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.
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...
Tragic Shooting of 7-Year-Old Boy in Chicago Leads to Teen Arrest
Tragedy struck at the Oakland Square apartments when Jai’mani Amir Rivera, a 7-year-old boy, was fatally shot around 3 p.m., sending shockwaves through the community. Despite the life-saving efforts by officers, who rushed him to the hospital, Jai’mani later succumbed to his injuries. Arrest Made in Connection with...
‘A dream come true’: Two-sport athlete A.J. Spellacy goes from St. Ignatius football to Chicago Blackhawks draft pick
CLEVELAND, Ohio — As a high school sophomore, A.J. Spellacy was playing safety and wide receiver on the St. Ignatius football team. Over the weekend, he became one of the newest members of the Chicago Blackhawks organization when the team selected the 18-year-old in the third round of the NHL draft with the 72nd overall pick.
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...
Liths to honor 1933 Darius-Girenas flight
Your correspondent in Chicago Lawn and Marquette Manor. This coming week marks the 91st anniversary of the transatlantic flight of Captain Steponas Darius and Lieutenant Stasys Girenas. Both were born in Lithuania and immigrated to the United States at a young age. Both enlisted in the U. S. Army and fought during World War I, with Darius receiving a purple heart for is valiant service in France and Girenas serving as an aviation mechanic in the 136th Airborne Squadron.
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.
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