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Man Found Dead in Mokena Amid Severe Storms near Route 45 Overnight
Mokena, IL – Mokena police discovered a young man unresponsive near 191st Street and LaGrange Road during Monday night’s severe storm. Paramedics responded to the scene, but the individual was pronounced dead. According to the Mokena Police Department, there were no initial signs of foul play, and an...
Take precautions when warned about summer storms and high water
Monday evening, July 15, the National Weather Service issued a Tornado Warning for DuPage County. Outdoor sirens rang. Cell phones sounded alerts. Television programming was interrupted repeatedly with loud blasts, followed by messages regarding the possibility of “severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage.”
Restorative justice court program expands to south suburbs
SAUK VILLAGE, Ill. (CBS) – A program that gives some people who were convicted of a non-violent crime a second chance is expanding in south suburban Sauk Village.The program, Restorative Justice Community Court, helps young people clear their criminal record."The restorative justice program was something that I think this village needed," said David Fields, a Sauk Village resident.Fields said he's fully behind the Restorative Justice Community Court program that's coming to his community. "We have young people out here that get into things and only because of peer pressure," he said.The program is coming to the suburbs for the first time....
Dems to fill vacant board seat left by the late Dennis Deer
A group of West Side and Near South Side Democrats are meeting later this month to choose a successor to the late county Commissioner Dennis Deer. That selection process could be a family affair. Multiple sources close to the deliberations say Deer’s wife, Barbara, is among the interested candidates, as is the husband of Chicago City Clerk Anna Valencia and former 24th Ward Ald. Michael Scott, ...
Palos Heights man arrested after allegedly injuring woman in domestic-related incident: police
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. - A Cook County man was arrested this week after allegedly injuring a woman during a domestic-related incident. Anthony M. O'Leary, 39, of Palos Heights, faces two counts of domestic battery. At about 4:30 p.m. Monday, Downers Grove police officers responded to the 4200 block of Forest...
Thornton Township trustees deadlock on paying bills
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. — The Thornton Township Board of Trustees did not approve funds at a meeting on Tuesday night for work and services performed for the township. All of the vendors listed in the general fund and the general assistance fund may not be getting any money for the foreseeable future. Neither of the funds […]
08/06/24 – Join the Q101 Crew at the Aurelio’s in La Grange
Join the Q101 crew Thursday, August 8th at the Aurelio’s Pizza locations at 11 Calendar Ave, La Grange, IL from 6pm-7pm for your last shot at winning Ticket Blitz Thursday!. Look for a new location every Thursday and find us to grab awesome Q101 apparel and swag! Find our table and scan the QR bar code to enter to win the last pair of tickets during Ticket Blitz Thursdays.
Lansing cleans up after storms and possible tornadoes
LANSING, Ill. (July 16, 2024) – The sound of generators hummed through neighborhoods on the south side of Lansing Tuesday morning, later joined by the buzz of chainsaws as residents and contractors worked to remove downed trees from streets and yards. Severe storms roared through the village late Monday night, and a Tornado Watch at 7 p.m. was upgraded to a Tornado Warning soon after 9.
‘All I had time to say was run’: Broadview resident recalls seeing tornado moments before it hit
BROADVIEW, Ill. — The National Weather Service confirmed at least one EF-0 tornado touched down in Broadview Monday night, and one resident talked about how he saw the tornado moments before it tore off the roof of his apartment building. The largest extent of the damage could be seen near South 25th Avenue and Roosevelt […]
RNC speakers Tuesday: Chicago pastor Corey Brooks to give closing prayer in Milwaukee
A well-known Chicago pastor will have a high-profile role in Tuesday's Republican National Convention.Pastor Corey Brooks has been asked to give the closing prayer at the end of the program.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchHe sat down for a one-on-one interview with ABC7 Chicago to talk about race, politics and how he will pray for the nation Tuesday night.Brooks said he's been a long-time Republican, and he supports former President Donald Trump's policies and the party platform for 2024.On Tuesday, his pulpit will be the Fiserv Forum, and his congregation will be delegates on a mission.Brooks,...
No Injuries Reported as Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Warrenville Youth Center, Investigation Underway
A fire broke out yesterday at the Illinois Youth Center in Warrenville causing considerable damage to its primary structure, which houses several critical services including educational programs, health care facilities, a dining area, recreational spaces, and administrative offices, as reported by illinois.gov. Immediate evacuation protocols were initiated, and no injuries were reported among the 34 youth and 55 staff members present at the time of the incident—all were safely relocated to the Department's PEACE Center in St. Charles.
Chicago mayor plans removal of George Washington statue in City Hall
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has decided to remove a statue of George Washington in City Hall, but, according to a top aide, the decision has nothing to do with the first president being a slave owner. The statue is located on the fifth floor right outside Johnson’s office, but the Democratic mayor’s communication director, Ronnie […]
After amputation, suburban high school teacher relearns her passion for soccer
A suburban high school teacher is inspiring her community by taking on new challenges, even in the face of extreme adversity. “It's humbling to see just the amount of grace that she has, and kindness,” said Malinda Majoch, the principal at Harold L. Richards High School in Oak Lawn.
Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin Hosts Black Republicans From Around US, Downplays Past Trump Criticism and Future Runs For Office
“The Republican party isn’t a scary place for Black folks.”. That was Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin’s message as he hosted a gathering under the auspices of the Black Republican Mayor’s Association, an organization he founded and chairs. Irvin, who ran unsuccessfully in the GOP primary for Illinois...
OSF HealthCare, OrthoMidwest to open clinic
Peora, Ill.-based OSF HealthCare plans to open a new orthopedic clinic after signing a co-management agreement with OrthoMidwest. The goal of the joint partnership is to elevate orthopedic care by integrating leadership and resources, with a focus on total joint care and surgery and spine surgery, according to a July 16 news release from OSF HealthCare.
Bahan Has I Prevail-Halestorm Tickets All This Week For Tinley Park!
X Rockers! Summer shows are popping everywhere! It’s the heart of the concert season, and this week on the Morning X, we will be teeing up more tickets for you to score, this time for Lzzy Hale and Halestorm, and I Prevail! The show is this weekend, July 21st at the Credit Union 1 Amphitheater in Tinley Park, with special guests Hollywood Undead and Fit For A King. Big thanks to Live Nation! Listen up in Bahan’s 8am “Listen And Win” hour! Rock!
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