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Burglars are targeting parked cars along Milwaukee Avenue, cops say
CHICAGO — Car burglars are targeting cars parked along or near Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Logan Square, police said Monday. The thieves have been breaking side windows to get inside the vehicles. The thieves then proceed to steal any valuable items they find inside the cars. CPD says the burglars have gotten away with laptops, phones, wallets, musical instruments, clothing, checkbooks, credit cards, cash, purses, bags, and more.
Goose Island Just Released Details for Its Cult-Favorite Bourbon County Stout 2024 Lineup
Every November on the day after Thanksgiving, we celebrate the American consumerist tradition of Black Friday by waiting in line at big box stores and occasionally erupting into fisticuffs over LCD TV deals. That day also marks the release of Goose Island Beer Co.’s annual Bourbon County Stout lineup, a fan favorite that has achieved cult-like status in the beer world over the years. We have the early details to share, and there are some exciting new variants on the way.Taste Test: Knob Creek's New Blend of Bourbon and Rye Whiskey Is a Winner Bourbon County Stout first came out more...
Back-to-School Celebration Hosted by WGN TV, City of West Chicago, and DuPage Airport Authority
On Thursday, August 1, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, WGN TV, the City of West Chicago, and the DuPage Airport Authority are teaming up to host a fantastic back-to-school celebration for children. The event will take place at the DuPage Airport, located at 2705 International Drive, West Chicago, IL 60185.
The Chicago Bulls found two rotation players in Summer League
As NBA Summer League winds down, most of the focus for the Chicago Bulls has been on 11th pick Matas Buzelis, who has already flashed big-time potential. The Bulls are badly in need of developmental talent, especially now that they have (sort of) pivoted to a rebuild and there were two players in Summer League other than Buzelis who look ready to step into an NBA rotation.
Police search for person responsible for ‘mass graffiti’ incident in Oak Lawn
OAK LAWN, Ill. — An investigation is underway in the south suburbs after several vehicles were vandalized in what police are calling a mass graffiti incident. According to Oak Lawn police, in the early morning hours on Sunday, officers found several vehicles that had been vandalized with spray paint. Police say many of the vehicles […]
Naperville City Council Takes Neutral Stance on Controversial Development, Joliet Plan Commission Eyes Cherry Hill Business Park Expansion
On a recent decision that may redefine the commercial landscape, the Naperville City Council has chosen not to formally oppose a development project on unincorporated land along 75th Street near Wehrli Road, a stark contrast to their reaction to a similar proposal eight years earlier. According to the Chicago Tribune, this new multiuse development that intends to construct a daycare center, a coffee shop, and a self-storage facility has slipped through the cracks of city opposition despite conflicting with Naperville's Land Use Master Plan.
Watch Chris Stapleton Join George Strait for “Pancho and Lefty” at Chicago’s Soldier Field
George Strait and Chris Stapleton continue their tour across the United States. On Saturday (July 20), the pair stopped at Chicago’s Soldier Field to bring a night of country music to fans up north. Both artists delivered hefty sets packed with hits. However, for some fans, the highlight of the show came when Stapleton and Strait came together for a handful of songs.
Ayo Dosunmu sporting a new, but familiar, look with the Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu is making a familiar change to anyone who has followed his career. Selected in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft, Dosunmu has spent the past three seasons developing his skills with the Bulls. Donning the No. 11 with the Illini, Dosunmu entered the...
Kenosha police believe suspect robbed US Bank in Kenosha more than once
KENOSHA, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Police are looking to track down a suspect who robbed a US Bank at gunpoint in Kenosha -- and it's believed the suspect robbed the same bank once before. The most recent robbery happened on July 13, at the US Bank located at 1800 22nd...
Frank Lloyd Wright Trust celebrates 50 Years of community
Fifty years ago this week, on July 17, 1974, the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust opened the doors of Wright’s Home and Studio in Oak Park to the public for tours for the first time. The nonprofit was founded as the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio Foundation in June of 1974 when a group of determined preservationists planted the seeds for what is today a model of historic preservation, education and tourism.
Man sentenced to 25 years for Illinois cell phone store robberies, including Rockford T-Mobile
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A Chicago man has been sentenced to 25 years for carrying out multiple armed robberies at cell phone stores throughout Illinois, including one in Rockford. According to the U.S. Justice Department, Jonathan Byars, 26, along with his co-conspirators, carried out six armed robberies and two attempted robberies in 2019 and 2020, […]
Bears Reject Veteran's Contract Extension Request Again
There’s a lot of excitement surrounding the Chicago Bears heading into this season after the offseason they had. The Bears made substantial progress on offense and kept their defense intact after a strong second half of the 2023 season. A lot of Chicago’s offensive success will hinge on the...
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Shooting and Arrest in Separate Kenosha Gunfire Incidents Early Sunday
Kenosha, WI (WLIP)–A shooting and a separate arrest for gunfire incidents occurred in Kenosha, with both cases under investigation. Early Sunday morning, a man was shot and later treated and released from the hospital, while another man was taken into custody in a separate incident. The shooting occurred around...
Illinois Cycling Event to Disrupt Lombard Traffic Tomorrow
Lombard, IL – The Lombard Cycling Classic returns to downtown Lombard on Tuesday, July 23, with significant road closures from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. The event is expected to attract numerous participants and spectators, causing major traffic disruptions throughout the day. According to the Village of Lombard, St....
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