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Chicago wrestler working towards lifelong goal of winning an Olympic gold medal
A Chicago Olympian is looking to wrestle her way to gold. And it’s a quest that unofficially began with two rambunctious 4-year-olds, Kennedy Blades and her sister Korina, who is 10 months younger than her.
‘Equity, equality and parity': Illinois' road to reparations explained
In early 2022, Illinois became the second of three U.S. states to establish a commission to provide reparations for African American descendants of slavery. Through subsequent board meetings, public hearings and oversight from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the goals of the group, titled Illinois' African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC), are starting to take shape.
Brookfield Zoo investigating data breach
Officials at Brookfield Zoo Chicago say they and law enforcement are investigating a Data Breach of its network earlier this year. Dr. Michael Adkesson, CEO says they became aware of some suspicious activity on their computer network.
‘Born ready’: Leaders say Chicago is prepared for safe DNC next month
CHICAGO (WCIA) — Officials said they are preparing for the influx of thousands of Democratic politicians, supporters and protestors coming to Illinois next month with the Democratic National Convention. Officials from all levels of government have been planning security for the DNC since it was announced last year. The convention will be held in Chicago […]
AWA To Host Label Release Liner Seminar In September
The AWA Label Release Liner Seminar 2024 will be held on September 8-9, just before the commencement of Labelexpo Americas 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. This seminar will be one of the three concurrent sessions through a collaboration between AWA, TLMI, and AIPIA. The AWA Label Release Liner Seminar will feature...
Common and Noname Bring Huge Energy to Intimate Stage at Satellite ‘Musicians On Musicians’ Event
The evening sun basked over The Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Downtown as an intimate crowd gathered for a live satellite ‘Musicians on Musicians’ event with Common and Noname. The Chicago natives talked to one another about their music, careers and the influence of their hometown on their creative process.Truth Honored Exclusively invited Sonesta Travel Pass members and industry guests made their way up to the penthouse floor overlooking the view of the skyline as DJ Jay Illa spun classic R’n’B tracks to warm up the crowd before Rolling Stone Senior News Editor, Chicago’s own Althea Legaspi, took the stage to...
Chicago man embarks on 100-mile jet ski journey across Lake Michigan to support police officers
CHICAGO - A Chicago man is currently traveling nearly 100 miles across Lake Michigan on a jet ski. Frank Giannelli hit the waters Thursday morning to support the "Get Behind the Vest" campaign. This effort, organized by the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation, aims to provide life-saving body armor for Chicago police officers.
Chicago Businesses on Alert After Series of Daytime Robberies in Grand Crossing, South Chicago, and Calumet Districts
Chicago business owners in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th Districts are on high alert after a series of mid-day robberies have hit local establishments. The Chicago Police Department has issued a business alert following multiple incidents involving a knife-wielding offender who targeted businesses during operating hours, taking cash from their registers.
Ascension selling 9 Illinois hospitals to California-based Prime Healthcare
Ascension is selling nine of its Illinois hospitals — more than half of its hospitals in the state — to a large, California-based health system, it announced Thursday. Ascension plans to sell the hospitals, along with four of its post-acute and senior living facilities, to Prime Healthcare. Neither Prime nor Ascension disclosed the sale price Thursday. The hospitals slated to be sold to Prime ...
Chicago woman charged in West Side shooting
CHICAGO - A woman was charged in connection with a shooting last April in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood. Mya Adams, 22, allegedly shot and wounded a 23-year-old man on April 29 in the 1500 block of South Ridgeway Avenue, according to police. Adams was arrested Wednesday in the Little Village neighborhood....
Cops responding to ShotSpotter alert arrived so quickly, they saw the gunman drive away, officials say
Chicago police officers responding to a ShotSpotter alert last week arrived so quickly that they were able to see the gunman drive away from the scene, officials said. The cops pursued the getaway car and arrested the driver, who is currently in jail awaiting trial. The gunfire detection system, scheduled...
OrthoWorx CEO Named to IBJ’s 250 List for 2nd Consecutive Year
INDIANAPOLIS — Bob Vitoux, president and CEO of OrthoWorx, has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list for the second consecutive year. The annual list recognizes the state’s most influential and impactful leaders across business, philanthropy, the arts, government and not-for-profits. “It’s truly an...
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
Community Events Focused on Arts and Healing to Feature Vic Mensa, Andre Royo
The city of Chicago and the community organization Inner-City Muslim Action Network will be hosting separate events Saturday as part of a nationwide initiative promoting arts, health and community connection. The free events are part of the “Arts for Everybody” campaign led by One Nation/One Project, in which events across...
Indiana Law Enforcement Warns of Latest Phone Scam
Another Day. Another Scam. It seems the more technologically advanced we get as a society, the easier it becomes for those with ill intent to prey on their victims and the latest warning from one Indiana law enforcement agencies in and around Evansville are alerting residents to the latest scam.
$22M Property Tax Refund Surge: Exclusive for Cook County Homeowners – How to Be Eligible?
Cook County Residents to Receive $22 Million in Automatic Property Tax Refunds Refunds to Be Deposited Directly or Sent via Mail According to the Chicago Tribune, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas announced that more than 10,000 residents of Cook County will receive an automatic property tax refund due to overpayments on their property taxes. The […]
South Shore Line experiences delays after train hits pedestrian
CHICAGO (WNDU) - The South Shore Line experienced delays Thursday night after it says one of its trains hit a pedestrian. According to the rail line, eastbound train 131 hit the pedestrian just after 7:30 p.m. west of the Hegewisch Station in Chicago. There is no word on the pedestrian’s...
Chicago weather: Mainly dry weekend, but a few storms possible on Sunday
CHICAGO - The rest of the week in Chicago, weather-wise, will be clear, but it doesn't rule out a small chance of rain or storms over the weekend. Tonight is expected to be mostly clear with lows in the mid 50s to low 60s. While it'll be a cooler than normal start to the day on Friday, we'll warm up nicely into the lower 80s during the afternoon under sunny skies.
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