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Connections for the Homeless hosts third annual block party
Three years ago, Connections for the Homeless retired its annual fundraising gala, shifting its focus to a new community event. The attendance at Saturday’s block party reflects the organization’s tremendous impact. Roughly 1,000 people flocked to Twiggs Park Saturday, July 20, for the third annual Connections for the...
Suburban family organizes music festival to thank community for support after hit-and-run
WAUKEGAN, Ill. — A family in Waukegan hosted a music festival this weekend after community support helped their nephew recover from a horrific hit and run accident. The family wants the festival to raise money to help others facing similar challenges. Dan Sivia organized the festival. “Three years ago...
2 Dead & At Least 28 People Are Hospitalized Following Multistate Listeria Outbreak, CDC Reports
Two people are dead, and at least 28 people have been hospitalized following a multistate listeria outbreak. RELATED: Uh-Oh! FDA Announces Nationwide Recall Of Over 60 Ice Cream Products More Details On The Deaths & Hospitalizations Related To The Outbreak According to CNN, the CDC announced the outbreak in an investigation notice published on Friday, July [...] The post 2 Dead & At Least 28 People Are Hospitalized Following Multistate Listeria Outbreak, CDC Reports appeared first on The Shade Room.
Sheboygan County SaberCats End Regular Season with Dominant Win
The Sheboygan County SaberCats ended their regular season Saturday with a big 47-6 win over the Chicago Football Team. The Cats started strong, marching their way down the field for an early touchdown pass to Steve Strong, and never looked back. Strong would end up with two TD receptions on...
Chicago man charged following Sunday pursuit through Columbia City, Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - An Indiana State Police (ISP) spokesperson says a 44-year-old Chicago man is facing multiple charges following Sunday’s high-speed chase through Columbia City and Fort Wayne. ISP Public Information Officer Sgt. Brian Walker says the pursuit began around 8:45 a.m. Sunday when a trooper tried...
Chicago Native Helps Prospective Students Discover St. Thomas
Word of mouth originally brought Glenview, Illinois, native Thomas O’Gara ’25 to Minnesota’s largest private university. O’Gara knew some people from the Chicago area who attended the University of St. Thomas, including a cousin, Jacqueline Jung. The draw of the university, as well as the city of St. Paul, made all the difference.
Crystal Clean Executes One of the World’s Largest PFAS Fractionation Projects for PFAS Remediation in Midwestern United States
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2024-- Crystal Clean, Inc. a leading provider of specialized environmental and waste management solutions to commercial and industrial end-markets, today announced it completed its largest PFAS remediation project to date. The project, utilizing Crystal Clean’s 4never™ solution, successfully treated 1.46 million gallons of PFAS impacted waters over the course of three weeks. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240722337335/en/ A lineup of four SAFF® (Surface Active Foam Fractionation) units operating at a confidential site. (Photo: Business Wire)
‘Schools are spending like there’s no tomorrow and showing invisible results.’ – Paul Vallas on the Ray Stevens Show
Governor Pritzker has firmly declared that the State does not owe Chicago schools $1.1 billion. Join Paul Vallas on The Ray Stevens Show as he recaps the latest developments on this contentious issue.
Big Week | July 24-31
Northwest Austin Council, Main Room, Thursday, July 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Hosted by the American Red Cross and co-sponsored by the 25th Police District Council and Rep. Camille Y. Lilly in partnership with Congressman Danny Davis and the 15th Police District Council. For an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org. 5730 W. Division St.
Foxtrot to Reopen in Gold Coast, Old Town, Wicker Park, and Fulton Market
City liquor license applications have revealed four Foxtrot locations that new ownership plans to reopen in Chicago. New ownership intends on reopening locations at 1722 W. Division Street in Wicker Park; 1562 N. Wells Street in Old Town; 23 W. Maple Street in Gold Coast, and 171 N. Green Street in Fulton Market. Ownership tells Eater they should have more information on when those stores will reopen later this week. Earlier this year, LaVitola said he planned to open around 15 stores, with the majority in Chicago and some in Austin, Texas.
PAWS Chicago Beach Party: The Largest Dog-Friendly Event of the Year
This Thursday you can dance under the stars with your furry friend all for a good cause at the largest dog-friendly event of the year, the PAWS Chicago Beach Party. Director of events and community engagement, Carrie Cihasky and volunteer, Danielle Kroloff joined us to share more. Beach Party This...
Man gets 12 years for carjacking an Amazon truck, crashing into oncoming car
CHICAGO — A man has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for carjacking an Amazon delivery truck on the Near West Side and then crashing it into another vehicle, leaving two people seriously injured. Judge Angela Munari-Petrone found Jeremy Ofori guilty but mentally ill on charges of aggravated...
News: Riot Fest Announce Single-Day Band Lineup and More
Are you ready for some serious punk rock, alternative, AND metal music in your face for days? Riot Fest 2024 is announcing its 2024 daily lineup with shuttle service, a community band contest in the amazing Lawndale & Little Village neighborhoods, and much more. This year’s festivities will take place at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois, from September 20-22. Get ready for over 90 bands in three days—pure music heaven.
Stolen Vehicle Leads To Police Chase Along I-80
A police chase on Sunday night ended with arrest of an 18 year old who allegedly stole a vehicle in Warrenville. On Sunday, July 21st at 9:33 p.m. Will County Sheriff Deputies located a stolen blue Hyundai sedan near the area of Midland and Jefferson. The vehicle was stolen in Warrenville earlier that morning by suspects that were armed with handguns.
$500 Stimulus Program: Chicago’s Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Pandemic-Stricken Residents
Chicago’s $500 stimulus program funded by the Federal Rescue Plan aims to provide broad financial relief to residents facing economic hardships due to the pandemic. Chicago Launches $500 Stimulus Program to Support Pandemic-Stricken Residents Chicago is launching a $500 stimulus program to help residents struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising costs. This program […]
Chicago Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen Katherine Johnson
The Chicago Police Department has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old girl, Katherine Johnson, who was last seen on July 16, 2024, and last spoken to on July 20. According to the Chicago Police Department, Katherine is described as a black female, with brown eyes and black hair, standing at 5 feet 2 inches and weighing 190 pounds.
Pritzker Turns Thumbs Down to “Deficits as Far as the Eye Can See”
An oft-repeated $1.1 billion demand from Chicago’s mayor would actually wind up costing state taxpayers $5.5 billion. And Governor JB Pritzker is turning a big thumbs down. Pritzker Turns Thumbs Down to “Deficits as Far as the Eye Can See”. Post Author: Mike Schulz.
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