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This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
Broadview students call out dangerous intersection outside school
BROADVIEW, Ill. - Students at Lindop Elementary School in Broadview are calling for safety improvements along their route to school. They said many students cross the busy intersection of 17th Avenue and 15th Street where there is no stoplight or pedestrian crosswalk, and they should not have to deal with the danger.
Orland Park to Host Meeting on Proposed McGinnis Slough Path Project
Orland Park, IL – The Village of Orland Park is planning significant shared-use path improvements that will enhance connectivity throughout the community. The proposed project will develop pathways through McGinnis Slough, along Wolf Road, and within the ComEd Utility Corridor. These enhancements aim to link neighborhoods on the north and west sides of the village with the existing Bikeway System, including a planned 10-foot-wide shared-use path along the east side of Wolf Road.
‘It's not 1968:' Chicago's top cop says police are ready for DNC, potential protests
Practically from the moment Chicago was announced as the host for the 2024 Democratic National Convention, conversations have swirled around security and crime prevention, but the city's top cop says his department is ready for the challenge. During a sit-down interview with NBC Chicago's Stefan Holt, Police Supt. Larry Snelling...
Illinois Eagle print edition – August
SPRINGFIELD – The August issue of the Illinois Eagle print edition is now available. The full issue can be picked up at these locations:. LGBTQ Resource Center at Southern Illinois University – Carbondale. OUT on East – Springfield. OUT on Second – Springfield. Red Raccoon Games...
Chicago man convicted in shooting that left victim in wheelchair
ST. CHARLES, Ill. - A Chicago man was convicted of attempted first-degree murder in connection to a 2022 shooting in Aurora. A Kane County jury found Byron Frazier, 32, guilty of attempted first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, armed violence and armed habitual criminal on Thursday. Frazier was involved...
Riot Fest reveals 2024 set times (NOFX vs every headliner)
Yesterday, Riot Fest surprised everyone by revealing that it would be happening in its usual Chicago location of Douglass Park after all, after first announcing that they’d be moving to the ‘burbs this year. Now, they’ve revealed the set times. As part of NOFX‘s final tour, one...
Giordano's pizza celebrates 50 years with limited-time pizza offer
Giordano's Pizza is marking 50 years in the business with a new limited-edition pizza. It's called Calabrian Sweet and Spicy Chicken Sausage Pizza. The Chicago deep-dish pizza brand partnered with Michelin-starred Chef Lee Wolen of Boka Restaurant Group to craft the new sweet and spicy pie. It is available now all 50 of the Chicagoland area Giordano's. A portion of the proceeds from the limited-time offer will be donated to Anne & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital. To learn more about the pizza collaboration, click here.
'I was shocked': Plainfield North senior earns perfect ACT score
PLAINFIELD, Ill. - A senior at Plainfield North High School achieved the rare academic feat of earning a perfect score of 36 on the ACT. What makes it even more incredible is she did it while taking the college entrance exam on her first try. "I was shocked, happy, and...
Beetlejuice 2 Set To Haunt Joliet: Excitement Builds In Illinois
Are you ready for a Beetlejuice Beetlejuice bar? It's coming to Joliet, Illinois this October. It seems like every year we say, 'Hollywood is out of ideas,' as they bring out sequel after sequel and remake after remake, but I'm pretty darn sure 2024 takes the cake when it comes to this idea.
Illinois Republicans use state fair rally to respond to Democrats
(The Center Square) – Politics continued taking over the Illinois State Fair Thursday with Republican Day. In Springfield at the fairgrounds Wednesday, Democrats during Governor's Day said their piece on why they need more power. Thursday, Illinois GOP Chair Kathy Salvi said Democrats bring taxpayers “one big hurt.” “All the mistakes in Springfield are being saddled on our poor small businesses and residents of this state and that has got...
Pritzker signs law to aid victims of car theft
CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) — Gov. JB Pritzker on Wednesday signed a new law that will make it easier for victims of Illinois car theft to get back on the road. The law allows drivers to replace license plates and registration stickers at no cost if their car has been stolen. The law takes effect on […]
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