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Reports Say a Mayor in Illinois Was Just Evicted From Her Home
Here's something that's hard to understand. I've seen multiple reports today that a mayor in Illinois is now without a home after she was served with an eviction notice. Times are hard and the struggle is real for many in Illinois and the rest of America, but what I'm seeing today defies logic. Yahoo News, Patch and several other media outlets are reporting there's a Chicago-area mayor who just got the notice that she's being evicted.
Riot Fest attendee who suffered ‘medical incident’ at festival dies
CHICAGO — A Riot Fest attendee who suffered a medical incident during the festival has died, organizers announced on Friday afternoon. In a post on X, organizers shared details about the incident adding that the individual who died suffered a medical incident in an area near the Ferris wheel and the on-site medical team provided […]
Woman Fired Found Gun After Spat With Passenger Boarding Same Red Line Train, Prosecutors Say
EDGEWATER — The woman charged with attempted murder in a shooting on the Red Line hopped a turnstile and shot a passenger after a testy exchange as they boarded the train, prosecutors said Friday. Indya Smith, 23, is charged with attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery and aggravated unlawful use...
Authorities seek help locating teen girl missing from South Side home for over a year
CHICAGO — Authorities in Chicago are asking for help in the search for a teen girl who officers say has been missing from her home on the city’s South Side for over a year. Chicago police say 16-year-old Jniyah Hill has been missing from her home in Grand Crossing since Sept. 21, 2023, and has […]
Willie Wilson to host gas and grocery giveaways Saturday. Here's a full list
Chicago businessman, philanthropist and former mayoral candidate Willie Wilson will hold another gas and grocery giveaway event on Saturday, with 14 gas stations and four grocery stores across the city participating. Wilson has organized numerous similar events in recent years. In a statement, Wilson said he's proud to do his...
Northern Lights could be visible in Chicago area this weekend. Best times to look
While cloudy skies may have blocked views of the Northern Lights for many in the Chicago area Thursday, residents will have not one but two more chances to catch them. And one looks to be better than the other. Here's what to know:. When can you see the Northern Lights...
Friday Flyover: Merrillville High School
This week, we feature Merrillville High School on ABC7's Friday Flyover, celebrating high school sports!The Merrillville Pirates will take on the Valparaiso Vikings at home Friday. The game begins at 7:00 p.m.School Information:- School Colors- Purple and White- Mascot - Pirates- School Song- We're loyal to you Merrillville High. We're Purple and White Merrillville High! We'll back you to stand. You're the best in the land! For we know that you will stand Merrillville High! So Back up that ball Merrillville High. We're backing you all Merrillville High! Our team is the fame protector. On team! For we expect...
Pair in custody after high-speed chase on Dan Ryan Expressway
CHICAGO — Two people taken into custody after a Friday afternoon high-speed chase on the Dan Ryan Expressway were suspects in a recent residential burglary in Downer’s Grove, the community’s police chief said. While being surveilled, Downer’s Grove investigators learned the pair may have also been involved in other burglaries in Naperville and unincorporated Kane […]
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