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New Application Added to the Development Projects Map
The City of Geneva Development Projects Map has been updated with a new application, the Riverbank Laboratory PUD Resubdivision. A public hearing will be scheduled before the Planning and Zoning Commission in the near future, to which all interested parties are invited to attend.
Seeking Vendors for Lombard Senior Fair
The Village of Lombard is inviting vendors to participate in its 18th Annual Senior Fair scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at the Lombard Park District’s Madison Meadow Athletic Center (MMAC) from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This event helps provide local seniors with resources, promotes health awareness through education and screenings, and offers information about available programs and services in the area.
Wingspan Development Group begins pre-leasing on 64-unit apartment community in Mount Prospect
Wingspan Development Group began pre-leasing for The Dawson, a seven-story, 64-unit Class-A apartment community in downtown Mount Prospect, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Located at 235 E. Prospect Ave., across the street from Wingspan’s popular Maple Street Lofts and the Mount Prospect Metra station, The Dawson is a transit-oriented development boasting high-quality design and finishes from Studio 222 Architects, Eleni Interiors and Gold + Oak.
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,...
Oakton students reflect on trip to Ghana
Five Oakton College students and alumni left the school’s Des Plaines campus on June 7 to study abroad in Ghana for three weeks, exploring Cape Coast Castle, Volta Region, Ghana’s capital and the University of Ghana Legon Campus and learning Ghanaian history, culture and literature from Ghana professors at the university.
Renew Your Vehicle Sticker Online
The annual vehicle sticker renewal period is open June 1 through July 31. Save time, skip the line, and pay online or by mail. Visit skokiestickers.org. There are no credit card processing or shipping fees. All vehicles registered in the State of Illinois to an address within the limits of...
At This Time: After the storm
Intersection of Church Street and Orrington Avenue at the end of a brief shower. (Photo by Richard Cahan.) Richard Cahan takes photos for the Evanston RoundTable. He also is publisher of CityFiles Press, a small but mighty media company that believes in the power of words and pictures. You can reach him at... More by Richard Cahan.
Out-of-town artists come to Evanston
As the Plein Air Festival got underway with Friday evening’s festive opening, Evanston saw a number of artist-visitors in addition to its homegrown artist population. In only three years, the festival, put on by Evanston Made, has attracted national attention, and that means summer outdoor painters are following. They...
‘The Bear’ necessities: Exploring Evanston’s role in the hit show
When season three of the hit TV show The Bear was released on Hulu in late June, many people – this reporter included – eagerly binge-watched it. But, for some Evanstonians, the new episodes of the restaurant-centric drama did more than provide moments of escapism and insight into the gritty world of the service industry; they showcased their neighborhoods and even rooms in their homes.
15-year-old girl dies after being pulled from Lake Michigan at Illinois Beach State Park
A 15-year-old girl has died after she was pulled from Lake Michigan in Zion last week.She has been identified as Ceasia Ketchum.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOfficials say she was swimming with her brother at Illinois Beach State Park last Friday when she went under.Her brother tried to save her, but witnesses tell us she was under water for nearly 20 minutes.When he couldn't find her, the family called 911, officials said. Soon, emergency crews took to boats and helicopters to find and pull that teenage swimmer out of the water."We saw the girl coming out,...
Skokie police looking for missing 82-year-old woman Tsering Wangyal, last seen Monday
North suburban police are looking for a missing 82-year-old woman.Skokie police said Tsering Wangyal was last seen in the area of the Westfield Old Orchard mall near 9500-block of Bronx Place in on Monday around 3:30 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWangyal's daughter said her mother left her condo Monday around 3:54pm.Wangyal is described as 5-foot-1 and160 pounds. She has silver hair and brown eyes.Wangyal's family said she was last seen wearing gray baggy pants, a dark top and closed-toe slippers. She also wears glasses.Her family said she does not drive and was likely trying to go by bus to the Tibetan Alliance of Chicago community center on Dempster and McCormick in Evanston.Police said anyone who knows the whereabouts of Wangyal, observes a subject matching her description, or has any information that can aid in locating her should call 911 immediately.The Skokie Police Department can also be reached by calling 847-982-5900.
Two Suspects Arrested After Fatal Shooting at Waukegan Parking Lot
Waukegan, IL (WLIP)–Two suspects were apprehended following a fatal shooting at a Waukegan parking lot. Around 3:30 AM on July 7, 2024, police responded to 95 Spring Street after reports of a large crowd and shots fired. They found a deceased shooting victim and another wounded 22-year-old man, who...
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.
Hinsdale’s Amegadjie Ready to Bear Down
Kiran Amegadjie came to Hinsdale Central High School thinking his future was in basketball. By sophomore year, however, he made a pivot with his career and started to play football, instead. “He was late to the game, so he really didn’t start playing football until his sophomore year in high...
VIDEO: Social Media Had All Sorts Of Things To Say After Floyd Mayweather Bought Extra Courtside Seats To Aces-Sky WNBA Game For The Most Unusual Reason
The Las Vegas Aces lost to the Chicago Sky 93-85 at Michelob Ultra Arena despite making a solid comeback from being down by as many as 21 points to tie the game. This loss marks the Aces’ fourth consecutive defeat. However, an unexpected sight at the game caught the attention of WNBA fans.
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