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Lorena Martin to Represent Spain at 2024 Paris Olympics
DEKALB, Ill. – Lorena Martin, a member of the Northern Illinois University women's track and field team from 2014-18, will represent Spain in the 800 meters at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France. Martin ran a personal best time of 2:00.33 at a meet in Madrid in June...
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...
Trevor Man Facing Two Life Sentences for 1st Degree Intentional Homicide
(WGTD)---A Kenosha County jury convicted a Trevor man as charged in the shooting deaths of two brothers outside of a Twin Lakes bar in 2017. 26 year-old Nathan Kivi showed no emotion as the verdicts were read Thursday afternoon, more than a day after the jury began deliberating the case.
Chicago Man Charged With Drug-Induced Homicide in Naperville Resident's Overdose Death
A Chicago man faces serious charges and has been denied pre-trial release after allegedly supplying a fatal cocktail of narcotics to a Naperville man. DuPage County Judge Joshua Dieden sided with the State's motion, grounding 38-year-old Christopher Hobson ahead of his August 12, arraignment, as reported by the City of Naperville.
Schwab Attends 2024 WeCoach Academy 2.0
ELMHURST, Ill. – Elmhurst University Head women’s golf, assistant men’s basketball, and student-athlete success coach Melissa Schwab recently selected to attend the 2024 WeCoach Academy 2.0, in partnership with the NCAA, in Denver, Colo. last month. The Women Coaches Academy is made possible through a longstanding partnership with the NCAA. This year was the 7th class in the NCAA Women’s Coach Academy, and is the second-straight year Schwab attended the event in addition to being a member of the WCA’s sixth class in 2023. Selected as one of the most talented collegiate women’s coaches, Schwab used the event to elevate…
NIU Earns Team, Individual ITA Academic Honors
DeKALB, Ill. – The Northern Illinois University women's tennis program earned All-Academic Team recognition from the Intercollegiate Tennis Association with seven Huskie student-athletes named ITA Scholar Athletes. To qualify as an ITA All-Academic Team, programs must have a team grade point average of 3.2 or above. NIU, one of...
2 suspects on moped flee scene following armed robbery attempt in Winnetka
Two people on a moped attempted to rob an individual at gunpoint on Friday evening in Winnetka, according to a statement from the Winnetka Police Department. Police say around 5:30 p.m. on July 19 an individual stepped off a moped and drew a gun on an occupant of a vehicle in the 600 block of […] The post 2 suspects on moped flee scene following armed robbery attempt in Winnetka appeared first on The Record.
Police release new surveillance photo of missing elderly Skokie woman
CHICAGO (CBS) — Skokie Police have released a new surveillance photo of a missing elderly woman from Skokie, Illinois. Tsering Wangyal has been missing since Monday. The 82-year-old was last seen at her condo building on Bronx Place. On Saturday night, police released the new surveillance image from that very same day. It was taken just after 6 p.m. Monday at the Levy Senior Center in Evanston. The family said she was heading to a prayer meeting. They also say she has no driver's license and left without her money or phone. Police say teams brought out bloodhounds, but last week's heavy rain may have washed away her scent.
Contemplating a ‘Captive’ for Convenience Stores
Lower insurance costs, tax advantages, and greater control of coverage were some of the potential benefits of a captive insurance discussed at CSP’s 2024 Risk Management and Captive Insurance Forum this month in Schaumburg, Illinois. In their presentation, Making Your Captive Work for You, Blair Garland, pictured above, captive...
Here’s How Your Roof Can Save You Money and Stress
In Aurora, Illinois, where the weather can be as unpredictable as the wind off Lake Michigan, maintaining a robust roof over your head is not just a matter of comfort but a necessity. This bustling suburb of Chicago experiences its fair share of harsh winters and humid summers, making the integrity of your home’s roof crucial to your overall well-being and safety. But beyond just protection from the elements, did you know that your roof can also be a pivotal factor in saving money and reducing stress? From choosing the right professionals for installation to exploring the latest in roofing technology, there are numerous ways your roof can contribute to significant long-term savings.
Oscar Meyer Wienermobile crashes on I-294 near Elmhurst
ELMHURST, Ill. - The Oscar Meyer Wienermobile flipped over following a crash on Interstate 294 on Monday morning. According to Illinois State Police, the collision occurred in the northbound lanes of the Tri-State Tollway just south of Roosevelt Road at approximately 11:12 am. The Wienermobile struck a Hyundai Sedan, which...
Illinois teen Isabella Coleman-Sullivan looks to shine at Miss Amazing Summit
ROSEMONT, Ill. - In this morning’s Good News Guarantee, the Miss Amazing National Summit is taking place this weekend in Rosemont. The program shines a spotlight on women with disabilities who go tot extraordinary lengths to help their communities. Isabella Coleman-Sullivan is the Illinois Miss Teen Amazing. She uses...
Why the Heartland Animal Shelter needs your help and the best ways you can offer support
Just like that, one morning Heartland Animal Shelter, a premier shelter in Wheeling, IL, was literally underwater. Executive Director Jenny Schlueter explains why help is needed, either by fostering or adopting animals, and/or to give money. Insurance isn’t going to cover all this. All the animals survived, though Jenny tells the story that if it wasn’t for one sanitation worker, there may have been deaths. She explains how the shelter community and animal lovers have come to the rescue.
Craig Long Qualifies For US Amateur
Men's Golf | July 22 BALL GROUND, Ga. – Sophomore Craig Long (Alpharetta, Ga.) of the Northern Illinois University men's golf team qualified for the U.S. Amateur Golf Championship on Monday after carding an eight-under par 64 in the U.S. Amateur Final Qualifying event at Hawks Ridge Golf Club. Long tied for first place in the field of 36 with Jack Larkin Jr. at -8. He blistered the front nine, making seven birdies and an eagle to go out in seven-under par 29. Long's eagle at the par-four sixth was followed by three straight birdies to close the front nine....
6 Animal Rescues Housing 50+ Abandoned Dogs From Belvidere
After 50+ dogs were abandoned at Hammertime Dog Park in Belvidere, the Boone County Animal Services found rescues for all of them. Here's how you can donate!. On Monday, July 15th, over 50 dogs were dumped at Hammertime Dog Park in Belvidere, Illinois. After the news dropped, the community came together to help the Boone County Animal Services support these pups while they await forever homes.
Poetry on the Page - Lynn Emanuel's Hotel Fiesta
Some children pick up the ways of their parents, while others take a completely different route. In this episode of Poetry on the Page. Northern Illinois University professor Amy Newman and WNIJ’s Yvonne Boose discuss a poem that shows how children pay close attention to what their parents are doing. Here's the conversation:
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