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Mike McKinney takes Highland Speedway win!
A Feature 1 (20 Laps): 1. 96M-Mike McKinney[4]; 2. 36-Kenny Wallace[2]; 3. 18L-Michael Long[3]; 4. 14-Rick Conoyer[7]; 5. 95-Rick Salter[8]; 6. 1H-Ben Harmon[6]; 7. 5-Owen Steinkoenig[14]; 8. 87Z-Zeb Moake[10]; 9. 94-Austin Rettig[16]; 10. 67-Austin Seets[12]; 11. E55-Chad Sellers[13]; 12. 82J-Treb Jacoby[11]; 13. 21B-Hunter Breland[18]; 14. 15-Chris Smith[21]; 15. 51-Timmy Hill[1]; 16. 6-Jeremy Pate[17]; 17. 63E-Bret Eilerman[20]; 18. 52JR-Cole Knebel[19]; 19. 28-Tom Smallwood[15]; 20. 16C-John Clippinger[5]; 21. 77-Ray Bollinger[9]
Body found in water near Lockport Dam identified, officials say
The identity of a body that was found near the Lockport Dam in the south suburbs on Monday afternoon has been released.The man identified as 23-year-old Joseph M. Mora of Oak Forest, authorities said Thursday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchLockport Township Fire District Deputy Chief Frank Blaskey said responders were sent the 2500-block of Channel Road just after 1 p.m. Monday for a body in the water at the Lockport Locks, which connect to the Des Plaines River.An autopsy was performed on Tuesday.A final cause and manner of Mora's death has not been determined as toxicology reports are pending, authorities said.Illinois State Police responded to the scene and was assisting with the investigation.Authorities did not immediately provide further information.
Suburban bank robber at-large, considered ‘armed and dangerous’: FBI
The FBI offered a reward of up to $10,000 for anyone who can provide information that would directly help authorities arrest and convict an unknown bank robbery suspect. Officials said the robbery happened on Aug. 9 shortly after 10 a.m.
First Female Judge In Will County Has Passed Away
The first female Associate Judge appointed to the Twelfth Judicial Circuit in Will County has died at the age of 75. Judge Kathleen Kallan is being remembered a trail blazer who was incredibly smart according to Will County State’s Attorney Jim Glasgow. Read her obituary below. The Honorable Kathleen...
Air Show in Gary this weekend
GARY, Ind. (WNDU) - If you’re looking for something to do this weekend you might consider the Gary Air Show. The Gary Air Show weekend will take place 11 am and 2 pm each day on Aug. 17 and 18 at the Gary/Chicago International Airport. The primary viewing location...
Gary Community School Corporation makes History as School Year Kicks off Under Local Oversight
It was a historic day in the Gary Community School Corporation as thousands of scholars returned to a district that is no longer under State oversight. The official release date was July 1, which was also the start date of newly appointed Superintendent Dr. Yvonne Stokes. "We are excited to...
NewsNation to present special coverage of the Democratic National Convention
NewsNation will present special coverage of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois, throughout the week, beginning Sunday, August 18, through Thursday, August 22. With its headquarters in Chicago, NewsNation is the lone network to be based in the Midwest, home to both national conventions. Host Chris Cuomo and host and chief Washington anchor Leland […]
Legendary Photographer Roy Lewis Honored by the National Association of Black Journalists at Chicago Convention
Legendary photojournalist Roy Lewis has photographed the ordinary, from children dancing, to the extraordinary, such as presidents and civil rights leaders. Last week the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) honored Lewis for his role in capturing images across Black America for decades. Born in Natchez, Mississippi, Lewis moved to...
Man killed, another in critical after shooting on Chicago's West Side
CHICAGO - A shooting on Chicago's West Side has left one man dead and another in critical condition. The incident happened at 10:20 a.m. Thursday in the 1100 block of North Lawndale Avenue. The victims, a 40-year-old man and a 19-year-old man, were standing outside when they were approached by...
‘It's not 1968:' Chicago's top cop says police are ready for DNC, potential protests
Practically from the moment Chicago was announced as the host for the 2024 Democratic National Convention, conversations have swirled around security and crime prevention, but the city's top cop says his department is ready for the challenge. During a sit-down interview with NBC Chicago's Stefan Holt, Police Supt. Larry Snelling...
Riot Fest 2024 stays in Chicago’s Douglass Park, cancels planned move to SeatGeek Stadium
Riot Fest 2024 is returning to Chicago’s Douglass Park after initially planning to move to SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview. This reversal was announced on Wednesday (14th) following successful negotiations between festival organizers, the Chicago Park District, and city officials. Originally, Riot Fest had announced its departure from Douglass Park due to unresolved conflicts over issues like park access and noise. However, overwhelming support from the community and the city led to renewed discussions and an agreement that brought the festival back to its long-standing home in North Lawndale.
Antibiotic Breakthrough: New research shows progress in drug resistance
Scientists at the University of Illinois Chicago have been researching a new antibiotic in partnership with scientists in China. They found this new class of medicine could make drug resistance nearly impossible. The findings of the research were published last month in the scientific journal “Nature Chemical Biology.” A professor...
Chicago Police Chief Highlights Officer Training as Critical to Democratic Convention Security
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling is touting extensive officer training as a critical part of the city’s preparations for the Democratic National Convention next week. Roughly 50,000 people are expected in Chicago for the convention, including thousands of anti-war activists who plan to demonstrate near...
Entertainment News: Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com at Fan Expo, Aug 17, 2024
CHICAGO – Anime acolytes unite! The Chicago Fan Expo and Asian Pop-Up Cinema (APUC) is presenting a screening/discussion of the Anime classic “Inu-Oh” that will be moderated by Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com, and hosted by APUC Founder/Exec Director Sophia Wong Boccio. Mark down Saturday, August 17th at 10:30am in ROOM 13 for the screening and post-screening interaction. For more information on the Anime happenings at Fan Expo, click FAN EXPO ANIME.
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