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Northern Illinois Weather: Humid Days and Stormy Nights Expected
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois residents should prepare for a humid and stormy week ahead. Starting Sunday, periodic thunderstorms are expected through Wednesday, bringing high temperatures and increased humidity. Highs will gradually climb, reaching around 90 degrees by Tuesday and Wednesday. According to the US National Weather Service in...
James Calitri Receives the 2024 Award of Excellence in Artistic Directing by the Illinois Theatre Association
James Calitri is poised to be honored with the 2024 Award of Excellence in Artistic Directing by the Illinois Theatre Association. Recognized for his profound impact on state theatre, Calitri’s accolades will be formally acknowledged at the ITA Annual Members Celebration. This event is scheduled for August 3, 2024, at the historic Two Brothers’ Roundhouse in Aurora. Attendees can expect a vibrant evening celebrating artistic achievements, where Calitri’s influence on Illinois theatre will be front and center. This award underlines his longstanding commitment and innovative contributions to the artistic community. “James believes in the magic that ignites the stage and the message that shines under the lights. His creativity is beyond measure, and his passion for theater is boundless. He is well-deserving of this award.” said Princeton Theater Group Board President Tracy Makransky.
Person struck, killed after running into traffic on DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago police say
Chicago police said a person was hit and killed on DuSable Lake Shore Drive early Saturday on Chicago's South Side.The male pedestrian ran into traffic and was struck by a Toyota Prius travelling northbound just past 47th street, CPD said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said this happened at around 1 a.m.The person was transported to the University of Chicago Hospital where he was pronounced dead.No one else was hurt.
News Briefs: Indian restaurant now open, tee times available at renovated course, Wilmette Art Fair to return Aug. 3-4, Joseph Sears’ new asst. principal
Indus Progressive Indian Dining celebrated its opening in Highland Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 16. The restaurant is the brainchild of husband-and-wife team Sukhu and Ajit Kalra, who are best known for their successful restaurant, Bhoomi Modern Indian Grill. The concept for Indus Progressive Indian Dining takes a modern approach to traditional Indian […] The post News Briefs: Indian restaurant now open, tee times available at renovated course, Wilmette Art Fair to return Aug. 3-4, Joseph Sears’ new asst. principal appeared first on The Record.
One person missing after Lake Michigan boat capsizes with over 12 people on board
One man is missing after a boat capsized near 31st Street Beach on Lake Michigan. More than a dozen people were thrown into the waters of Lake Michigan after the boat they were on flipped at about 7:30 p.m. Friday.
Beware of Scam in Illinois Involving Amazon and Temu Package Shipments
Thieves are working around the clock trying to come up with new ways to trick you using all the latest technology and techniques to steal your identity and money. Illinois and Wisconsin residents who order products online that are being shipped to their homes need to know about this latest scam that uses fake text messages about package deliveries.
Skies turn cloudy Saturday night in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) — Skies will turn cloudy in the Chicago area Saturday night as an upper-level system from Missouri heads toward the area. Rain showers will arrive Sunday morning. At onset, the rain showers will encounter the dry air mass, so scattered showers will increase through the morning. Tropical moisture will feed into the system by the afternoon, enhancing rain chances. Slow-moving tropical downpours are likely. There will also be a chance of isolated storms. ForecastSATURDAY NIGHT: Turning cloudy. LOW: 70SUNDAY: Showers increase throughout the morning. Heavy downpours in the afternoon. HIGH: 81MONDAY: Gusty thunderstorms late day, some strong. HIGH: 86
Could Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker become Kamala Harris’ VP running mate?
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is a possibility for Vice President on the Democratic ticket in the 2024 Presidential Election, as he has been listed on a shortlist of potential candidates and has received a call from Harris' campaign.
Boy, 14, critically wounded in drive-by shooting in Woodlawn, Chicago police say
A 14 year-old boy was critically wounded in a shooting Friday night in the city's Woodlawn neighborhood on the South Side, Chicago police said.Investigators said it happened Friday night around 10:45 p.m near 65th and Cottage Grove.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe teen was walking through an alley when someone in a black Jeep fired shots, police said.The boy was hit in the abdomen and transported to Comers Children's Hospital in critical condition, police said.No one is in custody.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
WNBA Legend Lisa Leslie Used Two Words To Describe Angel Reese At Olympics Party
Angel Reese posted photos of her outfit at the "Prelude to the Olympics" party in Paris, France. Following the release of her post, WNBA legend Lisa Leslie commented on the slideshow, sending a supportive message to the rookie. The Chicago Sky forward captioned the photo by tagging Louis ...
Nine Illinois hospitals to be sold
Prime Healthcare has reached a deal to buy Ascension’s hospitals in Illinois. Ascension has been selling some facilities as it looks to improve its financial position. Prime Healthcare has announced the biggest acquisition in its history, just as Ascension continues to slim down. Prime has reached a deal to...
3 stateline communities receive funding to replace lead service lines
ILLINOIS (WIFR) - Communities in Winnebago, Ogle and Jo Daviess counties will receive hundreds of thousands of dollars to replace lead service lines. The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency announced a total of $43,159,886 for 17 cities and villages to improve their water infrastructure. Stateline communities receiving funding:. The Village of...
IDOC, police department issue statement on ‘inflammatory’ Facebook posts
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — Two Illinois agencies have issued statements about offensive comments made on social media Thursday. The Illinois Department of Corrections issued a statement announcing a correctional officer has been placed on administrative leave after they made an offensive Facebook post. “The Department has been made aware of social media posting on Facebook […]
Report Shows 110% Rise in Illinois Domestic Violence Deaths as Advocates Call for Action
Advocacy groups are sounding the alarm on a spike in domestic violence cases. A new report from the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence says domestic violence deaths in Illinois rose by 110% last year, with 94 incidents of domestic violence leading to 120 deaths in 2023. That includes 107 homicides and 13 suicides in which the perpetrators took their own lives. That’s up from the previous year, when there were 45 incidents that led to 57 deaths.
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