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Week in review: Your Sunday digest of the news
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4 Chicago suburbs top list of safest cities in US • Illinois Lottery winner • O'Hare drug bust
CHICAGO - A handful of Chicago suburbs were ranked among the safest and wealthiest cities in the country; a winning Illinois Lottery ticket was sold in Chicago; and a man was arrested at O'Hare Airport with 40 pounds of cannabis in his luggage. These are the top stories on Fox...
Knobcon Number Twelve Returns Sept 6-8 With Workshops, Sessions, Live Performances & More
Knobcon – the original synth convention – returns to Chicagoland September 6-8, 2024 for its 12th incarnation. Knobcon 12 will feature live performances, workshops, informative sessions, vendor booths and more. The event will be held at its usual location – just outside Chicago, Ill., at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg.
Penultimate Day of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions Brings Six New National Champions to the Spotlight
Wayne, Ill. – With the final days of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions underway, a new crop of national champions has emerged from the exciting competition at HITS Chicago Lamplight Equestrian Center. Markel/USEF Developing Horse Prix St. Georges. Sabine Schut-Kery (Oceanside, Calif.) took Gorgeous Latino (Glock’s Toto...
Man charged with burglarizing prosecutor’s offices at 26th and California
CHICAGO — A man recently charged with trying to sexually assault a convenience store worker in Logan Square on August 13 is now charged with burglarizing a Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in July. Jordan Ocampo, 44, is charged with theft and burglary in connection with the...
How electrified beaches could save our shores from devastating erosion
CHICAGO — As coastal communities around the world grapple with the growing threat of erosion, researchers have uncovered a surprising potential solution: electricity. Scientists from Northwestern University say that applying mild electrical currents to marine sands could create natural, sustainable defenses against the relentless assault of waves and rising sea levels.
Over 25 Breweries Featured at Morton Arboretum’s Cider and Ale Festival in October
Lisle, IL – The Morton Arboretum will bring together craft beer and cider lovers on October 5 for its annual Cider and Ale Festival. This event will run from noon to 4 p.m. and features seasonal beverages from over two dozen breweries. Attendees will have the chance to sample offerings from popular names like Black Horizon Brewing Company, The Cider Farm, and Right Bee Cider.
Chicago ranked fourth among major metros for biggest inflation problem
(The Center Square) – A new study says the Chicago metropolitan area has one of the biggest inflation problems in the United States. WalletHub found that Chicago trails only New York, Minneapolis and Detroit on the inflation list. WalletHub writer/analyst Chip Lupo says several factors may be affecting those markets. “Supply chain disruptions, energy prices and labor market issues, which could be anything from increased wages that are pushing up...
Dryer Fire in Carpentersville Home Leads to $15,000 in Damage
Carpentersville, IL – A fire in a Carpentersville home caused an estimated $15,000 in damage on Friday. Firefighters responded to a call at 40 Ash Street after reports of a fire in the attic. The initial unit arrived within five minutes, quickly finding that a dryer fire had spread to the attic.
Apply Now: New Lenox Christmas Market Seeks Artisans, Small Business Owners for Seasonal Event
New Lenox, IL – The Village of New Lenox is gearing up for its annual Christmas in the Commons, a winter event that has become a hallmark of the holiday season. The celebration kicks off on November 30 and continues on select weekends through December 22, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Visitors can enjoy the festive atmosphere, which includes a grand 50-foot tall Santa Claus, sparkling lights, and numerous family-friendly activities.
Thieves stealing guns from parked vehicles in South Loop, Chicago police warn
Chicago police are warning people about a series of recent thefts from cars parked in the South Loop.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchInvestigators said in every case but one, an unsecured firearm was taken from each vehicle.The thieves entered the vehicles by either breaking through the passenger side window or by opening an unlocked door.Police are urging people to take steps to protect their cars and belongings. That includes buying a gun safe, especially for their cars.No information was known about the possible offenders, police said.The crimes happened at the following locations and times:0-100 block of E. Cermak Rd. on July 21 at 11:30 p.m.2400 block of S. Michigan Ave. on July 27 at 11:45 p.m.2200 block of S. Wabash Ave. on July 28 at 2:30 a.m.2200 block of S. Michigan Ave. on July 29 at 2:50 a.m.2200 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 4 at 2:30 a.m.2000 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 4 at 1 p.m.2100 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 9 at 11 p.m.2300 block of S. Wabash Ave. on August 15 between 1:00 a.m. and 1:54 a.m.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
2 charged with armed carjacking had felony cases pending in restorative justice court, where defendants participate in ‘peace circles’
CHICAGO — Two men charged with carjacking a driver in Logan Square both have felony cases pending in Cook County’s Restorative Justice Court, where criminal charges can be washed away by participating in “restorative conferences and peace circles.”. Teondre Smith and Darian Maggette, both 20, are now...
At This Time: Morning invocation
Members of several Evanston churches sing and pray under a shelter near the Lighthouse Beach. The group, called Morning Glory, comes together once a month at the Christ Temple Missionary Baptist Church of Rev. Kenneth E. Cherry (right). And once a year, they gather at Lawson Park, north of the Grosse Point Lighthouse, to greet the sunrise. About 20 from six churches gathered Saturday. “We pray for the community. We pray for the world,” said Brenda Ruff (left). “We start local and go global.” Joining Ruff (from left) are Tammie Miller, Alva Hannon-Nyame and Jacqueline Watson. (Photo by Richard Cahan.)
Country star Luke Bryan's tour truck gets stuck under downtown bridge ahead of Chicago show
CHICAGO - An equipment semi-truck from country star Luke Bryan's tour got stuck under a bridge in downtown Chicago ahead of his show at Wrigley Field this weekend. A bystander captured images of the stuck semi-truck Saturday morning under a bridge at Irving and DuSable Lake Shore Drive and shared them on Reddit.
Saturday Special: DNC wrap-up – Former Evanstonian accepts nomination
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Some businesses say they lost out as Chicagoans seemed to stay home during DNC
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Democratic National Convention brought thousands of delegates, volunteers, politicians, and delegates to Chicago—but some say Chicagoans themselves stayed home.So what effect did the DNC have on the busy business areas that are removed from the United Center and McCormick Place? The owners and staffers of some of those businesses said they were somewhat disappointed in how it all worked out. It's hard to know exactly how many local residents stayed home—or even left the area—to avoid convention crowds and traffic. But the fact that some businesses saw such slow sales is a sign."Really slow," said food...
Registration for Evanston Children’s Choir 2024-25 season is open
Young people grades one through high school are invited to join the Youth Chorale Pops, Concert Choir or Story Choir for the 2024-25 season of the Evanston Children’s Choir. There are places for beginning through advanced singers, and nobody is ever turned away for lack of ability to pay. Rehearsals start after Labor Day.
Robert Crown seeks vendors for Trunk or Treat on Oct. 25
Robert Crown needs you to help make their Trunk or Treat event a spooktacular success! They are seeking creative and festive vehicles to join in the fun. Whether you’re a local business or organization, they would love to have you decorate your trunk and hand out treats to our community’s little ghosts and goblins.
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