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Are Jails in Illinois using Torture Methods on Inmates?
According to a report, there is something that jails use every day in Illinois that experts say is considered "torture" what exactly is it? And should the Land of Lincoln stop using these devices ASAP?. According to an article from Illinoisansweres.org, the United Nations now considers restraint chairs a form...
Chicago Fire FC II Bounces Back with Home Win Against New England Revolution II
Bridgeview, Ill. (July 21, 2024) – Chicago Fire FC II (8-4-6-5) earned three points in a 3-2 home win over New England Revolution II (4-12-2-2) Sunday afternoon at SeatGeek Stadium. David Poreba scored his league-leading 12th goal of the year, while Lamonth Rochester and Jason Shokalook each scored their second of 2024. The victory was an Eastern Conference-high sixth at home for Chicago this campaign.
Will County Man Wanted in Grundy Co. For Failing To Appear in Court
A 35-year-old Joliet man is wanted on a warrant after failing to appear for his court appearance in Grundy County. Morris Police Deputy Chief Chad Skelton said they were called to a domestic disturbance on Twilight Drive in April of this year. During an investigation, Skelton said Justin Hill allegedly failed to exit a vehicle and threw a glass of liquid at an officer. No injuries were reported and Hill was transported to the Grundy County Jail.
Bickering in DuPage County reveals lack of oversight and loss of millions of tax dollars
When recreational marijuana became legal in Illinois in 2020, it seemed like an easy source of new revenue for local governments. DuPage County was among many that enacted a sales tax on cannabis. But by mid-2021, officials there noticed they weren’t getting any of the new money. The Illinois Department of Revenue said the county never notified it to collect the tax. The county clerk said she ...
Studio space available at Union Street Gallery
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. (July 21, 2024) – Union Street Gallery, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art gallery, is extending an invitation to apply to join their collaborative of Studio Artists. The application fee is $50, and applications will be juried by the current roster of Studio Artists. Studio Artists agree to...
‘The Holy Spirit is at work in this place’: Pastor Kyle Johnson to stay another year at Our Saviour, despite budget deficit
LANSING, Ill. (July 20, 2024) — Pastor Kyle Johnson first came to Our Saviour Lutheran Church in 2021, only expecting to stay for 4 months and practice strictly on Sundays. Now, the congregation has made the unanimous decision to keep him on for another year full-time: despite knowing it will create a budget deficit.
1962 – Crash Helps Gerken Win Illiana Race
Whitey Gerken (44) races against Curtis Turner (20) during the USAC late model stock car race at Illiana. Gerken would go on to win the race while Turner would finish second. – Wayne Bryant Photo/Stan Kalwasinski Collection. Schererville, Ind. (July 21, 1962) – A capacity crowd watched Whitey Gerken...
Hard Rock Northern Indiana donates $250K to fund scholarship program
Hard Rock Northern Indiana donates $250K to fund scholarship program. Hard Rock Casino of Northern Indiana and the Urban League of Northwest Indiana have partnered to start a new scholarship program to benefit Gary high school graduates attending Indiana University Northwest. Story continues below. The Do Well by Doing Good...
Suburban girl hosts lemonade stand to fundraise for Lurie Children's, police stations
A young girl, who wants to be a police officer when she grows up, dedicated her Sunday to helping her community.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch7-year-old Vanessa organized a fundraiser by setting up a lemonade stand in Naperville."When I was 4, I wanted to sell lemonade so bad that I was asking every morning," Vanessa said.Her family said all the money she raised will go to Lurie Children's Hospital, the Chicago Police Department and the Naperville Police Department."We are proud," her father Roman Slusari said. "She set goals; she says when he grows up she wants to be a police officer. She is going to be that and take care of the city."Mickey Mouse also made a special appearance at the fundraiser.Chicago Proud Story Ideas | Submit your story to ABC7 Chicago! READ ALSO | Chicago boy battling leukemia raises money for pediatric cancer research with lemonade stand
Six Corners Peoples Gas Development Delayed Again, But Labor Dispute Has Been Settled
PORTAGE PARK — The $110 million redevelopment of the Six Corner’s Peoples Gas site has been delayed again and its timeline is unclear — but the project’s developer said the labor dispute holding things up has been resolved. GW Properties has proposed transforming the site along...
Old Irving Park Medical Clinic For Uninsured Patients To Expand Care After Renovation
OLD IRVING PARK — Leaders of the Old Irving Park Community Clinic hope a recent renovation will help them expand the free clinic’s reach. The clinic, 5425 W. Addison St., remodeled its building in the spring, adding another behavioral health room, new furniture, flooring, ADA-compliant bathrooms and a fresh coat of paint.
Kids Above All's back-to-school backpack drive returns this summer
Kids are getting ready to go back to school. It can be harder for some families than others, which is why Kids Above All is kicking off their annual back-to-school backpack drive. President and CEO Dan Kotowski joins us now with details.
Chicago man arrested after high-speed chase in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – An Illinois man faces criminal charges in Whitley County after leading officers from multiple agencies on a high-speed chase Sunday. The pursuit ran from rural Columbia City to downtown Fort Wayne and ended with the driver, 44-year-old Jeffrey Price, in custody. The pursuit began around...
Goose Island’s 2024 Bourbon County Stout Features Mexican Tamarind Barleywine
Ashok Selvam is the editor of Eater Chicago and a native Chicagoan armed with more than two decades of award-winning journalism. Now covering the world of restaurants and food, his nut graphs are super nutty. In December, Goose Island Beer Co. closed its original brewery after 35 years, relocating from...
Photo Essay: Muna, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sudan Archives & more play Pitchfork Music Festival
The Pitchfork Music Festival – which featured headlining sets from Black Pumas, Jamie xx, and Alanis Morissette – took over Union Park in Chicago for three glorious days of music and more on July 19-21. The weather was the very definition of perfect and the vibes on-site were nothing short of glorious as acts like Muna, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sudan Archives, Jessie Ware, Akenya, and more delighted fans with captivating sets of music.
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