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As rare black bear sightings spark excitement in southern Illinois, IDNR says keep a safe distance
CARBONDALE – Amid this heated political season, residents in southern Illinois have found a unifying pastime: spotting black bears. “I love the dichotomy right now on my FB (Facebook) feeds. On one hand, major political drama. On the other, this bear is just doing bear things, just wandering around SIL (southern Illinois),” wrote Jessica Bradshaw, a Carbondale resident, echoing the sentiment of many social media posts shared across the region this week in response to numerous black bear sightings.
One arrested after anti-Netanyahu protest weaves through Chicago’s Loop Wednesday
CHICAGO — Supporters of Palestine gathered Wednesday afternoon at Federal Plaza to rally and march in solidarity with a protest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu happening in the nation’s capitol. According to police, one person was taken into custody. Charges are pending. Members and supporters of the Chicago Coalition for Justice in Palestine gathered […]
Protestors hold rally after inmate Michael Broadway dies at Stateville Correction Center
Protestors rallied Wednesday outside a State of Illinois building on West Monroe Street in Chicago, calling for an Illinois prison to close.The rally came after Stateville Correction Center inmate Michael Broadway died last month at the prison in Crest Hill.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"These places need to close down," exoneree Stanley Howard said. "How many more people need to die?"The protestors said the conditions at Stateville Correction Center are unhealthy and contributed to the death of Broadway.Some who gathered Wednesday had served time for wrongful convictions at Stateville, like Jimmy Soto, who said he also...
Chicago bracing for Greg Abbott to send up to 25,000 migrants to city ahead of DNC
Chicago officials are bracing for another migrant surge ahead of the Democratic National Convention. At a Tuesday city council meeting, officials said they were “hyper-prepared” for a surge in migrants coming via bus from Gov. Greg Abbott (R-TX). Abbott has previously bussed migrants who entered Texas via the Southern border to blue cities and states. […]
Save the Date: Strategic Plan Day Long Session
I am pleased to report significant progress in our ongoing strategic planning efforts. The working groups of the Strategic Plan Steering Committee are actively engaged in gathering data that will be crucial to the success of our campus-wide planning process. You will be invited to participate in a focus group session before classes begin in the fall. I extend my sincere thanks to all who have taken part in a focus group or who participate in an upcoming session, as your input is invaluable.
Wicker Park Fest featuring Pet Fest this year
Wicker Park will come alive with music, culture, food and pets this weekend.The annual "Wicker Park Fest" is celebrating 20 years by adding in animals!ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWe're talking pet portraits, a dog ice cream eating contest, tie-dye bandanas, an obstacle course and paw paintings.Catherine Crews, owner of Canine Crews, joined ABC7 to talk about the Wicker Park Fest Pet Fest.Wicker Park Fest is taking place July 26 - 28 for its 20th Anniversary this year. The three-day fest will feature 50 original music acts, a kids area, art installations, a cultural stage, and much more.The Pet Fest will be located on the southwest side of the fest at Honore and Milwaukee, and activities will take place from 12-6 Saturday and Sunday.For more information, visit wickerparkfest.com and caninecrews.com.
Serial robber on two wheels targets women on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO - The Chicago Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in a recent string of armed robberies targeting women on the city's South Side. In each incident, a man between the age of 18 and 27 years old approached a female victim on a...
3 children hospitalized after fire at Dearborn Homes CHA building, Chicago fire officials say
Three children were hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after a fire broke out at a high-rise building on the city's South Side.The fire happened in the 2900 block of South State Street, Chicago Fire Department officials said. The six-story building is in the Dearborn Homes area and is owned by the Chicago Housing Authority.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe use of fireworks caused a mattress to catch fire inside the building, officials said.Firefighters responded to the fire, located on the building's fourth floor, and extinguished it.One child who was injured in the fire had minor burn injuries, officials said. The two other injured children were being treated for smoke inhalation. All three children were taken to Comer Children's Hospital in good condition.The ages of the children were not immediately known.No further details were available.
2 men get probation in $6 million Home Depot gift card scam
CHICAGO—Two men have been sentenced to probation for their roles in a massive multi-million dollar gift card fraud against Chicago-area Home Depot stores. Prosecutors continue to pursue cases against several other people connected to the scheme. We told you about the racket when it surfaced last spring. Officials said...
Shocking New SCAM Hits Chicago: Illinois Residents Beware of FAKE Parking Tickets!
CHICAGO, IL – Brace yourselves, Chicago! A sneaky new scam is preying on unsuspecting residents with fake text messages about unpaid parking tickets. These messages include a link to a bogus website designed to steal your personal details. Text Messages from Canada?. One local resident, recently got a suspicious...
Michigan City wins $4.6 million infrastructure grant
Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch is proud to announce that Michigan City has been awarded a $4.6 million grant from the Indiana Residential Infrastructure Fund. The grant, awarded by the Indiana Finance Authority (IFA), marks a significant step forward in the city’s commitment to enhancing residential housing development and infrastructure in Michigan City.
Illinois Man Arrested for OWI with nine minors in vehicle
Kenneth Thompson, 57 years of age, from Monee, IL, has been arrested by the Wisconsin State. Patrol DeForest Post for operating a motor vehicle under the influence, 1st offense, with nine. children in the vehicle under the age of 16. On July 24, 2025, the Wisconsin State Patrol DeForest Post...
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