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County Board Chairwoman Judy Ogalla Proposes New Use For Peotone Airport Land
Supporters of a proposed airport in Will County claim the project would have an economic impact of more than one billion dollars, but local officials says it would cost at least that much. The Illinois Economic Policy Institute released a study saying a cargo-only airport off Interstate 57 in Peotone...
Chicago Public Schools inspector general departs
Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest education news.Chicago Public Schools Inspector General Will Fletcher resigned earlier this month, leaving an opening at the top of one of the nation’s largest school district watchdog agencies.Over the past four years, Fletcher’s office investigated thousands of sexual misconduct complaints, among other high-profile cases. He stepped down to take a new position two years before his contract was due to expire in 2026.Fletcher, who started a job this week at the Gateway Development Commission — a public transit agency run jointly by New York and New...
CTA Expands #9 Ashland Bus Route for Enhanced Connectivity to Ravenswood Metra Station in Chicago
Commuters on Chicago’s North Side are set to see an improvement in their transit options. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) has officially announced an extension of the #9 Ashland bus route to better connect the bustling corridor to the Ravenswood Metra station. Effective starting Tuesday, September 3rd, this expansion is primed to serve an additional 21,000 residents and offer proximity to an extra 15,000 jobs, as reported by Transit Chicago.
How Chicago became more bike-friendly
Chicago says biking is up 119 % in the city. For years, Chicago has ranked near the bottom for most “bike-friendly cities.” Now, that’s starting to change with investments in bike access and bike lane infrastructure. Here & Now’s Deepa Fernandes speaks with Alex Perez, advocacy manager...
UniverSoul Circus Returns To Washington Park In September
WASHINGTON PARK — The UniverSoul Circus is returning to the South Side in September after skipping last year. There will be performances Sept. 6-Oct. 14 in Washington Park, 5531 S. King Drive. Tickets start at $27.50. Performances begin 7 p.m. Thursday-Friday; noon, 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays; and noon, 3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Sundays. Street parking is free.
Wednesday forecast: Slight chance of showers, thunderstorms, highs near 80s
After a day of excessive heat and an alert of poor air quality, weather officials said Wednesday would be much cooler with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Tuesday, heat indexes reached up to 115 degrees in some areas, followed by thunderstorms into the night hours. Wednesday officials expect highs to reach near 80 degrees, and said there was a 20 percent chance ...
After dogs die in hot box truck, Indiana State Police charge 2 men
CHICAGO CBS) — Thirteen months after nine dogs died in the back of a sweltering box truck, Indiana State Police just announced charges for both the driver and the owner of the truck.It was more than 90 degrees outside in July of last year when 18 dogs were found in the back of a box truck in Lake County. They were being taken from O'Hare International Airport to Michigan, but half of them didn't make it.During the year-long investigation, Indiana State Police got a similar truck and tried to re-create the conditions."At an hour and 55 minutes into the simulation, temperatures inside the truck had already hit 89 degrees. There were tears shed that day as emotions ran strong seeing those dogs suffer," said Sgt. Glen Fifeld of the Indiana State Police. At a news conference on Tuesday, officials said two men, the owner of the truck, 55-year-old Michael McHenry, and the driver, 44-year-old Jessee Urbaszewski, both were charged with 18 counts of neglecting an animal.Each count could earn them one year in jail and a $5,000 fine.
Bally's Chicago casino project takes step forward as demolition begins on River West site
As excavators make way for Chicago’s future mega-casino, the leader of the corporation behind the River West development believes Bally’s is poised to start “eating a lot of people’s lunches” in an Illinois gambling market already saturated with numerous casinos and video gaming options. Bally’s...
Megan Thee Stallion Sparks Dating Rumors After ‘Couple’s Edition’ Video With THIS NBA Player (WATCH)
Hol’ up now! Megan Thee Stallion has the innanet buzzing about her dating life after appearing cozy with an NBA player. On Tuesday (August 27), footage surfaced of Megan kicking it with Torrey Craig of the Chicago Bulls. Neither Meg nor Craig have addressed the circulating video of them in bed together, playing a lil’ [...] The post Megan Thee Stallion Sparks Dating Rumors After ‘Couple’s Edition’ Video With THIS NBA Player (WATCH) appeared first on The Shade Room.
Downtown Newspaper Racks Removed By City Ahead Of DNC, With No Plans To Bring Them Back
DOWNTOWN — Dozens of newspaper racks around Downtown have quietly disappeared, a move that has harmed local publications and their readers, according to the news outlets. The racks — streetside metal containers that hold copies of local papers and magazines, including Chicago Reader, Newcity and South Side Weekly — have been a staple of Downtown streets for decades.
NASCAR considering Cincinnati as host city for future street race: report
CINCINNATI (WKRC) - NASCAR is reportedly considering Cincinnati as a host city for a future street race. According to Sports Business Journal,citing those familiar with the matter, NASCAR is considering several cities to host a future street racing event. The publication reported that NASCAR is looking to explore the street racing concept across America.
Today In Culture, Wednesday, August 28, 2024: Josh Noel’s Malört Book | Illinois Humanities Launches “A People’s Salon” | Behind The Salvation Of The Onion
Get Chicago & Midwest culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. Third CEO In Four Years For Newfields-Indianapolis Museum of Art. Le Monte G. Booker, Sr. has been hired as president and CEO of Newfields in Indianapolis, reports Mirror Indy, taking the reins in late October. Booker, who has been CFO of the Field Museum, “will oversee Newfields’ 152-acre campus, which includes the Indianapolis Museum of Art, the Lilly House and the Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park.” Booker was hired “less than a year after the previous CEO, Colette Pierce Burnette, abruptly left her position.” Booker will be Newfields’ third CEO in four years.
Suspect charged in reported stolen car crash in Edison Park
The 21-year-old male driver of a reported stolen vehicle with three passengers suffered leg and spine injuries after he lost control of the car and struck another vehicle at about 10:35 p.m. Friday, Aug. 23, in the 7600 block of West Touhy Avenue in Edison Park, according to Chicago police.
A $200,000 budget gap: Now playing at midsize theaters everywhere
Lifeline Theatre occupies a sprawling brick building in Rogers Park, a former energy company substation converted into a midsize neighborhood theater. It’s the classic example of Chicago’s unique brand of theater — a community staple with a long history. For 42 years Lifeline has staged award winning...
Scattered showers and thunderstorms Wednesday in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) — More rain is ahead for the Chicago area on Wednesday. Chicago-area residents are waking up to storm damage after severe weather Tuesday evening. Strong winds from the storms sent trees crashing to the ground, and 44,935 Northern Illinois ComEd customers were without power Tuesday night. Wednesday's highs will be in the mid-80s with scattered showers in the morning and thunderstorms possible by the afternoon. Storm chances stay in the forecast through Friday. After Friday, the holiday weekend will be dry and cooler.
Alcohol Tipping Point with Deb Mesner: Carrie May of Chicago AF & Brave Recovery Coaching
In today’s episode of the Alcohol Tipping Point Podcast, Host Deb Masner has the pleasure of speaking with Carrie May, an inspiring figure in the recovery community and one of our Sober Curator Contributors. Carrie is a powerhouse, balancing her roles as an Emergency Department Nurse Practitioner and a certified Addiction Recovery Coach (IAPRC) with a She Recovers designation. She is also the visionary founder behind the nonprofit sober community, Chicago AF, and Brave Recovery Coaching.
Tigers, Cubs & Whitecaps Triumph on Tuesday
UNDATED (WHTC-AM/FM, Aug. 28, 2024) – Kerry Carpenter homered and drove in three runs as the Tigers topped the visiting Los Angeles Angels last night, 6-2. The series at Comerica Park in Detroit continues this evening, with coverage led by Dan Dickerson at 6:15 PM on 99 7/1450 WHTC.
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