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Illinois quick hits: Jurors report for Madigan corruption trial; Embattled mayor shows up hour late to board meeting
Jurors report for Madigan corruption trial Potential jurors have reported to federal court in Chicago for the upcoming corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and co-defendant Michael McClain. Madigan is facing 23 counts of bribery, racketeering and official misconduct. Jurors were instructed to fill out questionnaires on Tuesday morning. Attorneys are scheduled to report to court this afternoon to discuss any pretrial issues, but Madigan is not required to appear. The trial is expected to last about ten weeks. ...
Jury selection begins in corruption trial of longest-serving legislative leader in US history
ILLINOIS, USA — Jury selection began Wednesday in the corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, once the longest-serving legislative leader in American history. The case against Madigan, who resigned in 2021, is one of Illinois’ largest corruption trials in years. The 82-year-old is charged in a...
Daywatch: New casino makes huge debut
Good morning, Chicago. Hard Rock Rockford had a huge debut at its new permanent casino, jumping from ninth to second in Illinois in both gaming revenue and visitors during its first full month. The sprawling entertainment complex generated $13.7 million in adjusted gross receipts and drew more than 157,000 visitors for September, topping every casino in the state but perennial leader Rivers ...
Remembering Lincoln Mall: Rise, Decline, And Demise In Matteson, Illinois
Lincoln Mall, once a thriving shopping hub in Matteson, IL, opened in 1973 as a symbol of suburban growth and prosperity. In its prime, it was home to major department stores like Carson Pirie Scott, JCPenney, and Montgomery Ward, and was a popular destination for South Suburban shoppers. The mall featured more than 100 stores, a bustling food court, and seasonal events that attracted families from the surrounding areas.
Chicago teen with autism reported missing, with family pleading for help
A Chicago teen with autism was reported missing from her home this week, leading to a frantic search for answers about her whereabouts. Micah Grady, 18, was last seen near Leamington Avenue and Washington Boulevard in the Austin neighborhood on Monday, according to Chicago police. According to Imarri Grady, Micah’s...
A lot more sunshine and spectacular weather ahead, then temps plummet…
It was a chilly start to the day Tuesday for areas away from Lake Michigan—temperatures dipped close to frost levels in some locations Area low temperature map and coolest area low temperatures Tuesday’s Almanac Temperatures warmed noticeably Tuesday afternoon under bright sunshine Highs, and how much warmer than Monday? Tracking the change in […]
Dylan Guenther scores twice, leads Utah to 5-2 win over Chicago
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah Hockey Club never trailed after getting first-period goals from Dylan Guenther and Clayton Keller and held off a late rally to beat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-2 in the season opener for both teams on Tuesday night. Guenther finished with two goals after adding an empty netter in the final minute. Barrett Hayton added a second-period goal and an assist for Utah. Lawson Crouse capped the scoring with 22 seconds remaining. Teuvo Teravainen and Nick Foligno each scored for Chicago to help trim a 3-0 deficit. Guenther scored the first goal in Utah’s franchise history after blasting a slap shot down the middle five minutes into the first period.
Some evacuees end up in Chicago, some volunteers head to Florida ahead of Milton
CHICAGO (CBS) -- All eyes were in Florida Tuesday night, about 24 hours out from Hurricane Milton's anticipated landfall on the state's West Coast.Highways were packed as people tried to evacuate, gas stations were packed with some running out of gas, and all airports were shut down—sending people to Sarasota or Orlando to get out. This was all happening as people were still cleaning up from Hurricane Helene nearly two weeks ago.Some of the evacuees came to Chicago, landing at O'Hare International Airport Tuesday night. Stephanie Lovell was one such person."I'm hoping this storm is not as bad," Lovell said....
Ahead of team’s game in London, Bears president says he remains steadfast on proceeding with plans for new lakefront stadium
WARE, England (AP) — The Bears remain focused on the city’s lakefront as the location for a nearly $5 billion stadium development project, team president and CEO Kevin Warren reiterated Wednesday. Warren held a news conference at the team’s hotel outside London ahead of Chicago’s game on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. […]
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