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Section of Noyes Street closed to traffic July 24-31
A series of crane lifts are planned for July 24 through July 31, excluding weekend days, to replace cell communication equipment on the roof of a building at 2225 Ridge Ave. Noyes Street will be closed to vehicle traffic in both directions at the 1000 block (between Ridge Avenue and Maple Avenue), from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day. Pedestrian traffic will also be obstructed in the immediate work area on the south side of Noyes Street. According to the crane contractor, the alleys will remain unobstructed during this scope of work.
Illinois news in brief: I-55 reopens after tornado damage; John Deere reverses course on 'cultural' issues; Texas plans to continue sending migrants to Chicago
I-55 reopens after tornado damage A 7-mile section of Interstate 55 near Channahon that had been closed since a tornado touched down Monday night has reopened. ComEd crews worked to remove and repair transmission lines and the 200-foot towers that were toppled by the winds that exceeded 100 mph. In the most recent update, ComEd said there are still nearly 1,300 outages, affecting more than 22,000 homes and businesses. John...
McAnnich Arts Center at College of DuPage Hosts Lakeside Summer Concerts
Join COD’s McAnnich Arts Center for the return of our Lakeside Summer Series for free outdoor entertainment all summer long! This beautifully designed area includes a performance space looking out over a lush lawn and a gorgeous lake. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and a picnic, and enjoy the variety of performances we have scheduled for you.
St. Andrew Lutheran Church Invites Children to Vacation Bible School
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in West Chicago is gearing up to host its annual Vacation Bible School, promising an enriching and enjoyable experience for children of all ages. The event will take place from July 22 to July 26, with sessions running in the afternoons from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the church’s location on 155 N. Prince Crossing Rd.
Tacos Y Tamales Fest returns to the streets of Pilsen this weekend
The annual Tacos Y Tamales Festival gates will open along the streets in Pilsen on Friday, July 19. The street fest closes the road along the 16th Street murals until Sunday, July 21.This year there will be tons of traditional Mexican food, music, and dancing. Enrique Calderon, a music headliner and Bernice Vargas Luna with El Hongo Magico joined ABC 7 Eyewitness to showcase and talk about all the food, fun, art and musical performances. To learn more about the festival, click here.Enrique Calderon performs ahead of this weekend's Tacos y Tamales festival.
Man killed in hit-and-run crash involving semi-truck in The Loop
CHICAGO (CBS) — A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a semi-truck in The Loop Wednesday night. It happened just after 10 p.m. in the 10-100 block of East Lower Wacker Drive.Chicago police said the man was walking outside when he was struck by the semi-truck, which then fled the scene without stopping to render aid.The victim suffered trauma to the body and was taken to Northwestern Hospital, where he died. As of Thursday, no arrests have been made. Area 3 detectives were investigating.
Rain can’t stop the music and fun at Twiggs Park
A sudden downpour did not dampen the spirits of residents who turned out to see DJ Onwa rock the decks at the Starlight Concert at Twiggs Park on Tuesday evening. Following a 30-minute rain delay, audience members enjoyed an evening of fun, music and positive vibes. The weather was pleasant...
Housing panel recommends more funds for small business grant program
The city’s Housing and Community Development Committee unanimously recommended sending $75,000 of federal funds to the Small Business Recovery Program, which received greater demand than its original funding sources could support. The program, designed to support businesses negatively impacted by the pandemic, received 75 eligible applications between Feb. 14...
Alsip Restaurant offers 75% off meals, towing company volunteers trucks to help south suburbs after storms
Two days after severe storms and tornadoes ripped through Chicagoland leaving destruction in their wake, a suburban business owner is stepping up to the plate to help his local residents who were hit hardest during the storms. Early Walker, owner of W&W Towing in Blue Island and Jerk 48 in Alsip, put his W&W trucks […]
Arts Council to make spending decisions on special project grants and more
The Evanston Arts Council has a number of upcoming spending decisions to make, including the potential purchase of the popular bronze statue Explorer and the funding of several special project grants. With their current budget, they will be able to choose only some of these special project proposals. They would...
Famous Wrigley Field Rooftops Will Be Torn Down After City Signs Off
WRIGLEYVILLE — City Council has approved the rezoning for three iconic, century-old buildings across from Wrigley Field’s right field bleachers on Sheffield Avenue to make way for one 29-unit apartment building. The vote passed Wednesday despite an effort by some neighbors to block the project due to the...
CPD lieutenant relieved of police powers after shocking confrontation caught on camera
CHICAGO - A Chicago police lieutenant has been relieved of his police powers after a shocking confrontation was caught on camera. FOX 32’s Tia Ewing talked with the man who recorded it. He doesn't want his name published out of fear of retaliation because this isn't the first time this officer has been accused of wrongdoing.
Man found fatally shot on Albany Park sidewalk
CHICAGO — A man found unresponsive on a sidewalk in Albany Park early Tuesday was shot to death, officials say. Officers responding to calls of a person down found the 59-year-old Evanston man lying near a strip mall in the 3300 block of West Lawrence around 2:37 a.m. Chicago Fire Department personnel attempted to save the man, but he succumbed to his injuries at Swedish Hospital a short time later.
Ahead of DNC, Brandon Johnson puts homeless on the street to make room for tent city occupants
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration is putting unhoused people back on the streets to make room for relocated tent encampment occupants who are being moved before the Democratic National Convention next month. More than half a dozen people told the Sun-Times that they were thrown out or fear they are...
Man Stabbed and Robbed on CTA Bus in West Garfield Park, Chicago, Police Seeking Suspect
Late last night, a CTA bus ride turned violent when a 27-year-old man was stabbed and robbed in the West Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago. The victim argued with another passenger before 10:30 p.m. while on the bus in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue, as detailed by the Chicago Tribune.
Saturday, July 20 | “I Love The 90’s” Tour Plays RiverEdge In Aurora
Put away your Tamagotchis and your Palm Pilots, because it’s time to dance to the hits of the ‘90s. The “I Love The 90’s” Tour comes to RiverEdge Park in Aurora this Saturday at 8:00pm. The show will include a pre-show opener kicking off the...
Extra-alarm fire breaks out at Chatham apartment complex
CHICAGO - A three-alarm fire broke out at an apartment complex Wednesday night in the Chatham neighborhood. The fire started around 11 p.m. at a building in the 800 block of South Vernon Avenue, according to fire and police officials. Six adults safely evacuated the apartment complex. The blaze was...
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