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Two middle school girls raise money for Sky vs Fever tickets with South Side lemonade stand
CHICAGO — As the scorching summer sun set on the City of Chicago Tuesday, two young girls wrapped up a second day of running a lemonade stand in the city’s Roseland neighborhood, hoping to raise enough money to see the Chicago Sky and their favorite player, Angel Reese, take on the Indiana Fever Friday. At […]
‘We have more work to do' — Local delegates fired up after Democratic National Convention
Amidst the flurry and fanfare of this year’s Democratic National Convention, which saw thousands of journalists, politicians and delegates converge in Chicago last week for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential nomination, Congressman Jonathan Jackson (D-1st) was nostalgic. He attended his first DNC in San Francisco at 18 years...
Midwest Currently Center of Songbird Migration
(Undated) -- The Midwest is currently at the center of songbird migration. Annette Prince with the Chicago Bird Alliance says the largest number of them are flying through Iowa. "Millions of birds come through," Prince says. "Birds are currently coming through from their summer breeding areas in the northern United...
More than 30 candidates make the ballot for Chicago’s first School Board election
The ballot for Chicago’s first school board elections is largely set, with 32 candidates remaining in the running after weeks of challenges and withdrawals. The Chicago Board of Election commissioners made their final determinations Tuesday on the few remaining challenges to the qualifications of candidates who had filed to appear on the Nov. 5 ballot. Candidates have until Sept. 3 to appeal decisions. Early voting begins Sept. 26.
WNBA star Angel Reese launches weekly podcast, ‘Unapologetically Angel'
Angel Reese's bag just keeps getting bigger. One week after unveiling a brand partnership with Reese's candy, the Chicago Sky rookie announced yet another business venture Tuesday on social media — a podcast titled "Unapologetically Angel." "Unapologetically Angel," will debut Sept. 5, with new episodes dropping every Thursday. "I...
Demolition begins for permanent Bally's casino, hotel at former Chicago Tribune publishing site
Demolition started Tuesday, at the future home of Bally's permanent Chicago casino.An excavator brought down the first pieces of the former Chicago Tribune publishing center at Chicago Avenue and Halsted Street, while Queen's "We Will Rock You" played Tuesday morning. The facility closed in May.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIt's estimated demolition will take three to four months, with crews working 12 hours a day, seven days a week. Officials say they hope to be breaking ground on the new casino by the end of the year.Bally's said no explosives or wrecking balls will be used...
Healing trauma caused by gun violence can start at the hospital
Gun violence can change the lives of survivors, friends, family and the larger community. It can make people fearful for their lives, untrusting of the people around them and even lead to PTSD, depression and anxiety. Trauma can impact all aspects of life from relationships to education to employment. But...
7 people robbed during downtown holdup spree
CHICAGO — Police are investigating four armed robberies reported early Tuesday in the downtown area. At least seven victims were robbed during the holdups. During each robbery, one or two armed men confronted one or two victims on the street and took valuables at gunpoint. The first robbery was...
Chicago police release video of person of interest in killing of postal worker in West Pullman
Chicago police released images and video of a person of interest in the killing of a postal worker.Octavia Redmond was shot to death last month while on her route in the West Pullman neighborhood's 12100-block of South Harvard Avenue.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said someone drove up and shot Redmond multiple times before driving away.According to investigators, the person they are looking for was seen near West 70th Street and South Campbell Avenue before the shooting. They were last seen wearing a black hoodie, black pants and black shoes.SEE ALSO | USPS letter carriers hold rally after postal worker killed in Chicago shootingThe U.S. Postal Inspection Service is offering a reward of up to $250,000 for tips leading to the arrest and conviction of the shooter.Police asked anyone with information to call them at 312-747-8271 or submit a tip at cpdtip.com.Chicago shootings: Tracking gun violence in 2024, with live updatesINTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Obama hails Harris, slams GOP election tactics in first post-DNC remarks
Former President Barack Obama offered a note of caution to Democrats buzzing over Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign, telling donors on Martha’s Vineyard Monday night that the party needs to ramp up its focus – and spending – on down-ballot races across the country.
Strong storms follow day of oppressive heat, with severe thunderstorm watch still in effect for parts of area
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the entire Chicago area earlier Thursday, with the watch being canceled in several counties before its 11 p.m. expiration. A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect for LaSalle, Grundy, Will and Kankakee counties are included in the watch area. Lake,...
Fans Worried For Angel Reese, Chicago Sky After Practice Cancellation Details Emerge
The Chicago Sky are set to host the Washington Mystics on Wednesday night at Wintrust Arena. The Sky have lost four of five since the break and dropped the last two games by a combined four points. However, the Sky's Tuesday practice was called off due to multiple players feeling ...
Rogers Park's Beloved Khmai Cambodian Restaurant Plans Comeback Amid Starbucks Expansion
Amid the continuous expansion of coffee giant Starbucks in Rogers Park, a staple of Cambodian cuisine has been shaken but is stirring back to life. Khmai Cambodian Fine Dining, a highly regarded establishment in the area, temporarily closed due to the construction activities of a new Starbucks which is set up next door. This Starbucks will be located at 6576 N. Sheridan Road and will mark the fourth outlet within a half-mile stretch of the bustling Sheridan Road, joining other Starbucks at 6738 N. Sheridan Road, 6350 N. Sheridan Road, and inside the local Target. Despite the construction, surrounding Starbucks locations continue operating as usual, and Starbucks did not immediately respond to a request for comment regarding its latest venture, as reported by Block Club Chicago.
Local H Announce Headlining Fall 2024 US Tour After Joint Run with Helmet Was Canceled
The outing will feature the band performing its 2004 album Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles? in its entirety. Local H Announce Headlining Fall 2024 US Tour After Joint Run with Helmet Was Canceled Spencer Kaufman
Youth mentor shot to death at Near North Side block club party was trying to change lives, mom says
Taniya Smith, 20, was a youth mentor with Hood Heroes, a group that helps get teens summer jobs.She was shot and killed during a block club party on the Near North Side over the weekend.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchHer mother, Cherie Stanfield, dropped her off at that gathering, not knowing it would be the last time she would see her daughter alive. She says Taniya was trying to change lives."It feels like my heart is breaking in my chest, like, hurting," Cherie said.An end-of-the summer bash marked the end of Taniya's life."What am I going...
The Rundown: Chicago’s tight housing market
Good afternoon! The first episode of the new season of “Only Murders in the Building” released today on Hulu. I know what I’ll be doing while avoiding potential severe weather this evening. Here’s what else you need to know today. 1. Kamala Harris wants housing costs...
Angel Reese Sends Strong Message To Caitlin Clark About WNBA Rookie of the Year Race
Angel Reese may be considered the "top challenger" to Caitlin Clark for the WNBA Rookie of the Year award, but the Chicago Sky star couldn't care less about the honor. After all, her focus is on something more important. Reese said as much in a rather strong message to Clark, highlighting that her ...
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