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Here's what Illinois' ‘largest' July 4 fireworks display will look like, suburban mayor reveals
A suburban Chicago village is ready to celebrate Independence Day with what's being called the largest Fourth of July fireworks show in Illinois, and crews began setting up Tuesday to get it all ready. "I am excited," said Itasca Mayor Jeff Pruyn. "This is one of my most favorite holidays...
DUI Arrest Follows High-Speed Traffic Stop on IL Route 59
At the West Chicago Voice, our commitment to our readers extends to keeping them informed about local crime activity, encompassing DUI and drug offenses, as well as felonies filed by the West Chicago Police or DuPage County Sheriff’s Office (in unincorporated West Chicago). It’s essential to remember that those charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. These incidents took place within the city limits of West Chicago (WCPD) or within unincorporated West Chicago (DPCSO).
Carol Stream Man Arrested For “Road Rage” Shooting
A 26-year-old Carol Stream man is in custody after being accused of shooting another man following a road rage altercation last Thursday. DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Carol Stream Chief of Police Don Cummings announced Saturday that Judge Susan Alvarado has granted the State’s motion to detain the accused pre-trial after he was charged with one count of Aggravated Battery – Discharge of a Firearm (a Class X Felony) and one count of Misdemeanor Endangering the Health or Life of a Child.
Police blotter: DUI Charges Pending: Awaiting Toxicology Results After Fabyan and Rt. 38 Crash
At the West Chicago Voice, our commitment to our readers extends to keeping them informed about local crime activity, encompassing DUI and drug offenses, as well as felonies filed by the West Chicago Police or DuPage County Sheriff’s Office (in unincorporated West Chicago). It’s essential to remember that those charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. These incidents took place within the city limits of West Chicago (WCPD) or within unincorporated West Chicago (DPCSO).
Taste of Oak Brook kicks off Fourth of July celebrations on July 3
Independence Day celebrations kick off on Wednesday at the Taste of Oak Brook. Village officials are promising a dazzling fireworks show, live music from well-known tribute bands, and food options from several local food vendors.
Ports of Indiana to Establish Container Port Serving Chicago Metropolitan Area
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has approved a proposal from Ports of Indiana-Burns Harbor to establish the first international sea cargo container terminal on Lake Michigan. This would create the only all-water container route for ocean vessels to serve the greater Chicago metropolitan area via the Great Lakes. The...
The Week Ahead, July 1-7: Fourth of July Celebrations and Concerts in Chicagoland
The Week Ahead is back, a preview of all things Evanston and Chicago. This week features Fourth of July celebrations and parades, concerts and a festival. Tuesday July 2, at 6:30 p.m. Free. The Big Style Brass Band features ten members that play brass band music from New Orleans tradition....
Undocumented Illinois residents can now get standard driver's licenses
Under provisions of a new law, undocumented residents in Illinois are now eligible to receive four-year driver’s licenses. According to HB 3882, which went into effect July 1, those residents can now receive standard licenses and identification cards instead of the previously issued Temporary Visitor’s Driver’s License.
Pritzker Signs Bill to Increase Party Power in Primary Elections
Changes to primary election fundraising, the electoral college and the state’s voter registration database are now law after Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed a wide-ranging bill on Monday. The legislation, containing several unrelated election measures, passed near the end of the legislature’s spring session on a vote of 68-38 in...
Fourth of July events to attend in Central Illinois
(25News Now) - Independence Day is right around the corner, and 25 News is highlighting some of the biggest events happening in the area. 4th of July Sky Concert at Miller Park in Bloomington and Fairview Park in Normal. Not seeing a Fourth of July event in this story? Email...
Pritzker says he still supports Biden after poor debate performance; some Democrats express concern
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker was on the national stage Tuesday night, telling CNN's Kaitlan Collins he still supports President Joe Biden despite his poor debate performance last week."I think that there's a healthy discussion going on within the Democratic Party," Pritzker said. "We tolerate dissent, and we think it's good for democracy to have this conversation. And, you know, for, for me anyway, my word is my bond. You know, I honor my commitments. Joe Biden is going to be our nominee, unless he decides otherwise."ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe president has been facing mounting...
Nearly 150 new Illinois ZIP codes added to high-risk lead testing list
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Starting this month, 1-, 2- and 3-year-old children living in nearly 150 communities in Illinois will need their blood screened for lead, a test that wasn't previously required in those parts of the state.The Illinois Department of Public Health announced an expanded list of high-risk ZIP codes this year, including more than a dozen in Cook County, increasing mandatory testing for lead exposure of children who live within those areas. A total of nearly 1,200 ZIP codes in Illinois now are considered high-risk for lead exposure."There is no safe level of lead in the blood," said Illinois...
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