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Man killed, 2 others injured in Logan Square shooting: Chicago police
A man is dead and two others are injured after an early Sunday morning shooting on the city's Northwest Side, Chicago police said.Police said the shooting happened in the Logan Square neighborhood's 1700-block of North Harding Avenue around 2:30 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchTwo men, 32 and 19 years old, and a third person, identified only as female, were standing on the street when someone fired shots, police said.The 32-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to his head. The Chicago Fire Department transported him in critical condition to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.The 19-year-old man, shot in his back, was taken to the same hospital in good condition.The female victim, whose age was not immediately known, was not shot, but suffered minor injuries from broken glass.There is no one in custody and Area Five detectives are investigating.Chicago shootings: Tracking gun violence in 2024, with live updatesINTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Our division: Brewers must have Cubs, Craig Counsell in full panic mode
When the Milwaukee Brewers let Craig Counsell walk to the Chicago Cubs -- walk as in lost him to a record-breaking contract, of course -- the initial reaction out of Wisconsin was one of betrayal. Counsell should and will be booed at American Family Field for quite some time, and he can't be surprised by the overwhelming anger of a fanbase that once loved him.
New Law Lets Illinois Parents Roll Over Unused College Money to IRA’s
Illinois parents can now roll over leftover funds from their Bright Start and Bright Directions 529 College Savings Accounts into a Roth IRA, thanks to a new law signed by Treasurer Michael Frerichs. Expanded Options for College Savings. This law will provide families with an additional option for managing any...
Country star Luke Bryan's tour truck gets stuck under downtown bridge ahead of Chicago show
CHICAGO - An equipment semi-truck from country star Luke Bryan's tour got stuck under a bridge in downtown Chicago ahead of his show at Wrigley Field this weekend. A bystander captured images of the stuck semi-truck Saturday morning under a bridge at Irving and DuSable Lake Shore Drive and shared them on Reddit.
Data refutes Pritzker’s DNC claims about Illinois economy: Analyst
(The Center Square) – Gov. J.B. Pritzker used the spotlight at the Democratic National Convention to highlight the successes of Illinois and the Democratic Party, but the president of a nonprofit think tank says the numbers don’t add up. Pritzker said there is no better place to see that change is possible under Democratic leadership than […]
Chicago ranked fourth among major metros for biggest inflation problem
(The Center Square) – A new study says the Chicago metropolitan area has one of the biggest inflation problems in the United States. WalletHub found that Chicago trails only New York, Minneapolis and Detroit on the inflation list. WalletHub writer/analyst Chip Lupo says several factors may be affecting those markets. “Supply chain disruptions, energy prices and labor market issues, which could be anything from increased wages that are pushing up...
Return with Rush to the World’s Fair
Which invitation would you choose if you could attend one historical Chicago formal occasion?. Many might choose a glittering Golden Age evening celebrating the World’s Columbian Exposition at the hotel Potter Palmer created as a wedding present for his wife Bertha. The Woman’s Board of Rush University Medical Center has chosen to re-create such a night, at what is now the Palmer House Hilton, on September 28 for its annual Fall Benefit, entitled “A Night in the White City.” The Fall Benefit will celebrate RUSH as a leader in healthcare innovation, a theme that will surely be emphasized by the event’s location in the historic hotel that was, among other things, the first to incorporate the light bulb, elevator, and the telephone and to serve the first brownie.
Chicago’s Ivory Tower: The Standard Oil Building
The Standard Oil Building: the skyscraper name evokes industry in a city once known as “the city that works.” Its original goal to propel one man’s legendary company was forged by drilling for oil in the depths of the earth and refining what comes out. Indeed, the skyscraper’s creator possessed a vision to conquer nature by constructing a beacon of steel and glass sheathed in clear, unbroken lines of marble extracted from Italy’s mountains. In its prime, terrorists marked the oil company skyscraper for death. This is the tale of Chicago’s brightest waterfront landmark.
Angel Reese Getting Roasted After WNBA Stat Exposes Her Weakness
Angel Reese has posted generational numbers in her first season in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky, but the rookie has been under fire lately for a specific weakness in her game. Fanduel recently posted a graphic of Reese with the message, "Angel Reese is a rebounding MACHINE." While some fans ...
DiGrande: ‘We played some really good soccer’
Racing Louisville midfielder Marisa DiGrande talks about her first goal in lavender and her team’s important 3-1 win over Chicago. Upon launching, Racing Louisville made its city home to a major-league sports franchise for the first time in 41 years. The club plays in the NWSL — the world’s top women’s soccer circuit that’s home to most members of the highly successful U.S. national team — and plays at recently opened Lynn Family Stadium.
Yanez: ‘Very complete performance’ in win over Chicago
Racing Louisville coach Bev Yanez reviews her team’s strong performance in a 3-1 win over Chicago. Upon launching, Racing Louisville made its city home to a major-league sports franchise for the first time in 41 years. The club plays in the NWSL — the world’s top women’s soccer circuit that’s home to most members of the highly successful U.S. national team — and plays at recently opened Lynn Family Stadium.
A Bears Fantasy Primer and Play Fantasy Sports with Windy City Gridiron!
The Chicago Bears enter the 2024-25 regular season in a fascinating situation: they have some ballers on this team. After DJ Moore finished 9th in fantasy points-per-game last season, he was rewarded with a new contract, and at 27 years old, he’s showing no signs of slowing down. He’ll...
How electrified beaches could save our shores from devastating erosion
CHICAGO — As coastal communities around the world grapple with the growing threat of erosion, researchers have uncovered a surprising potential solution: electricity. Scientists from Northwestern University say that applying mild electrical currents to marine sands could create natural, sustainable defenses against the relentless assault of waves and rising sea levels.
Daveon Gibson remembered: Slain teen honored on 17th birthday
CHICAGO - Daveon Gibson was honored in Miller Meadow Park on what would have been his 17th birthday on Saturday, with tributes including gym shoes, jerseys, and cupcakes bearing his name. "Today my baby is supposed to be driving his new car. That's all he wanted for his 17th birthday...
Police warn of online marketplace thefts
Chicago police are warning residents to be aware of online marketplace sellers. Police said that in multiple incidents offenders offered items for sale via a social media marketplace. Interested victims were instructed to meet the offenders at locations that were suggested by the offenders. Upon arrival, the victims are confronted by armed offenders who take the victim’s personal belongings by force.
Blackhawks’ Tyler Bertuzzi Can Bring Chicago Back to Glory
The Chicago Blackhawks had one of their busiest offseasons in recent history, signing several veteran NHL players and indicating to its fans and those who cover the team that they weren’t going to settle for another season near the bottom of the standings in 2024-25. Bertuzzi will turn 30...
Trojans Volleyball Splits Trinity Christian Tri-Match
Palos Heights, IL - The Hannibal-LaGrange University Women's Volleyball Team notched their first victory of the season against Trinity Christian College on Saturday afternoon. In their first match, the Trojans won their first set of the season against Georgetown College, before ultimately falling 3-1. The Trojans built on that momentum in their second match, against Trinity Christian. After falling in a close first set, HLGU came back to win the next three sets in a row to pick up their first win. Next up, the Trojans will face off against University of Saint Mary at home on August 28 at 6 pm.
Skubal earns 15th win as the Tigers hand the White Sox their 99th loss with a 13-4 victory
CHICAGO (AP) — Tarik Skubal earned his major league-leading 15th win, and the Detroit Tigers handed the Chicago White Sox their 99th loss with a 13-4 victory on Saturday night. Matt Vierling, Colt Keith and Zach McKinstry homered for Detroit, which won for the third time in four games....
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