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New details released in Logan Square officer-involved shooting
CHICAGO - New details were released by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) on Tuesday in connection to an officer-involved shooting that occurred over the weekend in Logan Square. Around 8:48 p.m. Saturday, two on-duty Chicago police officers observed a group of individuals drinking in an alley near the...
Chicago Cubs draft East Noble grad Brayden Risedorph
KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (WANE) – East Noble graduate and Indiana University pitcher Brayden Risedorph heard his name called in the 20th round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday, as the righty was selected with the 602nd overall pick by the Chicago Cubs. Risedorph just finished his sophomore season for the Hoosiers this past spring. He […]
16-Year-Old Charged with Robbery, Aggravated Battery of Elderly Man on Chicago Train
A 16-year-old male has been charged with the robbery and aggravated battery of a 63-year-old man. The reported incident, which unfolded on July 8, placed the victim at the wrong end of a violent altercation while he was aboard a train, according to the Chicago Police Department. Despite the chaos,...
Chicago ‘Rooftop Pastor’ Corey Brooks Set to Deliver Closing Prayer Tuesday at RNC
The Rev. Corey Brooks, best known for camping out on a Chicago rooftop for almost a year in 2012 to raise funds to build a new community center in Woodlawn, will deliver the closing prayer during Tuesday’s session of the Republican National Convention. Brooks, a Republican, posted on social...
Feds charge Chicago rapper PFG Nuk with violent carjackings, kidnapping, machine gun possession
CHICAGO — Federal prosecutors on Tuesday charged Chicago rapper PGF Nuk with committing two violent carjackings earlier this year. CWBChicago first told you about the allegations against Virgil Gibson, 22, after state prosecutors filed charges against him in April. Officials believe Gibson carjacked two people in less than 30...
Deal Set for Sale, Development of Former Fairmount Park
Accel Entertainment has announced an agreement to purchase FanDuel Sportsbook & Horse Racing, the former Fairmount Park racetrack, with plans to continue racing and develop a long-stalled racino project. The $35 million deal is subject to approval by the Illinois Racing Board and casino ownership, and development would need the...
Chicago man arrested after allegedly carjacking, robbing victim at gunpoint
CHICAGO - A Chicago man was arrested this week after allegedly carjacking another man at gunpoint earlier this month on the city's West Side. Davien Binion, 23, faces one felony count of armed robbery with a firearm, one felony count of aggravated vehicular hijacking with a firearm and one citation for annual gun offender registration.
U.S. News and World Report ranks two Chicago hospitals among the best
Two of the nation's best hospitals are in Chicago, according to U.S. News and World Report.The big picture: The annual list evaluates thousands of hospitals nationwide based on patient outcome, patient experience in both specialty and general care, staffing and technology, and expertise of board-certified specialists.Driving the news: The list released Tuesday includes Northwestern Medicine and Rush University Medical Center on the "Honor Roll" of 20 of the best hospitals in the country.The hospitals tied for best in the state. Photo: Courtesy of Northwestern MedicineZoom in: Northwestern ranked in the top 20 for specialties including cancer care, endocrinology and obstetrics/gynecology.Rush's...
Push to Give Chicago Voters Power to Recall Mayor Raises Less Than $300 in 3 Months
The push to give voters the power to recall the mayor of Chicago raised less than $300 since the initiative was announced three months ago, according to records filed with state election officials. Despite a flurry of media attention after Daniel Boland announced the creation of the Committee for Chicago...
Angel Reese's Bleak Mental Health Confession to WNBA Legend Lisa Resurfaces Amid Sky Struggles
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese appears to be on top of the world right now. And while Reese skyrocketed to fame in 2023, she has had to overcome multiple mental health hurdles to get to the point where she's at today. But after Reese's sub-par performance against the New York Liberty on ...
Elite American Airlines Frequent Flyer Says He Was Barred From Entering Airport Lounge Because He Was Wearing a Pro-Union Pin Badge
An elite American Airlines frequent flyer says he was barred from entering one of the carrier’s Admirals Club airport lounge at Chicago O’Hare because he was wearing a pro-union pin badge on his lapel and the agent only relented when she discovered he was a regular passenger. Josh...
Ex-Deputy Mayor Drank On The Job, Major Contractor Lied About Being City-Based, Watchdog Report Says
CHICAGO — A former deputy mayor accused of drinking on the job has been placed on the city’s do not hire list, according to a report released Monday from the city’s watchdog agency. Though the 57-page report from Inspector General Deborah Witzburg’s office does not identify the...
Chicago Police Intensify Search for Missing Siblings Selena and Nino Miller, Mother Suspected of Involvement
Community concern is mounting as the Chicago Police Department continues the search for two young siblings, Selena and Nino Miller, last seen nearly a week ago. According to details released by the CPD, 2-year-old Selena, affectionately nicknamed "Ice Cream Sprinkles," and her 5-year-old brother Nino, known as "Pico," went missing from their home in the 4400 block of N Kasson Ave., Chicago, IL, on July 9. Authorities believe that their mother, Maple Miller, may be involved in their disappearance and could be attempting to relocate them to Michigan.
3 boys, two only 14 years old, charged with armed robbery and auto theft
CHICAGO — Three teenagers, two of them just 14 years old, are charged with robbing a man at gunpoint and driving around in a stolen car on Sunday evening. The robbery was one of several reported within about 45 minutes. The group is charged with robbing a 47-year-old man...
Beverly Ice Cream Shop, Gift Store Left Reeling After Air Conditioner Parts Stolen
BEVERLY — Last week, the co-owner of Ohana Ice & Treats scrambled to pick up ice cream bars and popsicles from her distributor to donate to Sutherland Elementary’s summer camp. Keynn Cain, who opened Ohana with her spouse, Kenneth Cain, in 2018, was booked to provide Ohana’s signature...
Chaos at Chicago Amazon Center: Woman Shot, Investigation Ongoing (Video)
Police have confirmed a shooting at an Amazon fulfillment center in Matson, a suburb of Chicago. The incident occurred around 9:30 PM last night. A 33-year-old woman from Chicago was injured in the shooting, sustaining a graze wound to her head. She was taken to Christ Hospital, where her injury was determined to be non-life-threatening, and she is expected to recover.
Chicago’s top watchdog pushed to probe police oversight agency's investigations, allegations of retaliation
A civilian oversight panel voted unanimously Monday to push Chicago’s independent watchdog to probe “the quality and integrity” of investigations led by the Civilian Office of Police Accountability and allegations of retaliation against whistleblowers. Anthony Driver, president of the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability, said...
UChicago Medicine Names Surgeon-in-Chief
UChicago Medicine has appointed Jeffrey Matthews, MD, to the role of surgeon-in-chief. He stepped into the position July 1. Dr. Matthews will oversee surgical and perioperative care systemwide, focusing on growth, access, quality, safety and value. His appointment comes amid a period of significant expansion for. UChicago Medicine. In April,...
Pickpockets, purse thieves strike dozens of times in downtown Chicago
CHICAGO — Three well-dressed thieves entered a Loop restaurant, sneakily stole a woman’s purse, and headed out the door. That’s just one of dozens of similar thefts and pickpocket cases reported at downtown bars, restaurants and hotels since early June, according to Chicago police. On Monday, the...
Simone Biles Sends Five-Word Parting Message To NFL Player Husband Before Olympics
Simone Biles and USA Gymnastics headed to Paris on Monday as they prepare for the 2024 Olympics. Before that, however, the legendary gymnast made sure to give her husband, Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens, a sweet parting message. Biles and Owens will be away from each other, albeit ...
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