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Ackerman, Mason, Cartwright parks in consideration for dedicated pickleball courts
The city’s Parks and Recreation Department plans to consider Ackerman, Mason and Cartwright parks for pickleball courts in the coming months. Parks and Recreation Director Audrey Thompson delivered this update to a full room at the parks and recreation meeting on Thursday night at the Lorraine H. Morton Civic Center.
Boy, 7, shot on Dan Ryan Expressway in Park Manor, ISP says
A child is recovering at the hospital after being shot on the Dan Ryan Expressway, according to Illinois State Police.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe shooting happened in the northbound lanes of I-94 at 73rd Street around 2:40 a.m.An unknown person was shooting from a car on the expressway when a bullet struck a 7-year-old boy.The boy was a passenger, the driver pulled over at 22nd and Michigan to call for help, ISP said.The boy to a local hospital by firefighters. At last check he was in serious condition, according to the Chicago Fire Department.Northbound lanes of the Dan Ryan at 71st Street were closed during the investigation. All lanes were reopened by 5 a.m.No other information was immediately available.It is unknown if anyone was in custody.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Gotham FC beats the Red Stars in a penalty kick shootout to begin the Summer Cup
On Saturday, NJ/NY Gotham FC began their NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup journey against the Chicago Red Stars. Due to the Paris Olympics, the NWSL season was paused and seven players are and will be away with their national teams over the next few weeks. As such, the...
Upstart Performing Arts to Present NEWSIES JR. in August
Lombard Park District Upstart Performing Arts will present NEWSIES JR. August 2-4 at the Sunset Knoll Recreation Center (820 S. Finley Road, Lombard). Disney's Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
Photos: Yaeji Mesmerizes Pitchfork Music Festival Fans with Her Genre-Bending Beats
The Pitchfork Music Festival kicked-off its 2024 edition in Chicago on Friday, July 19. Along with seeing big names like Black Pumas, 100 gecs, and Jai Paul, one of the best things about going to the fest is seeing how artists grow and evolve over the years. Yaeji, Kathy Yaeji...
Suburban Chicago Man Receives 27-Year Sentence for 2012 Downtown Bomb Plot
A suburban Chicago man has been handed a 27-year sentence for his 2012 attempt to detonate an explosive in downtown Chicago. Adel Daoud, a 30-year-old resident of Hillside, Illinois, believed he was igniting a 1,000-pound car bomb at a bar in Chicago's Loop neighborhood, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office, Northern District of Illinois. Instead, Daoud fell into an FBI sting operation, the device in question being harmless, constructed by the Bureau during an undercover investigation into his activities—activities which included espousing violent jihad and seeking out ways to collaborate with active terrorists.
Annamarie Collins receives AAM grant
The Association of Anglican Musicians announces the recipient of its 2024 James Litton Grant for Choral Training, Annamarie Collins, incoming choral and organ scholar at the Episcopal Church of the Atonement, Chicago, Illinois. Collins will utilize the grant to support her work at the church under the mentorship of associate...
10 years for arsonist who set fire inside Target store in the Loop
CHICAGO — A Decatur man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for intentionally setting fire to the bedding section at a Target store in the Loop. Ronald Langley, 26, pleaded guilty to arson in exchange for the sentence from Judge Timothy Joyce. Officials said that Langley entered...
Chicago Man Charged With Drug-Induced Homicide in Naperville Resident's Overdose Death
A Chicago man faces serious charges and has been denied pre-trial release after allegedly supplying a fatal cocktail of narcotics to a Naperville man. DuPage County Judge Joshua Dieden sided with the State's motion, grounding 38-year-old Christopher Hobson ahead of his August 12, arraignment, as reported by the City of Naperville.
Chicago Braces for Mild Week with Chance of Midweek Showers and Thunderstorms
Chicagoans can look forward to a relatively steady weather pattern in the coming days with near-seasonal temperatures and a few chances for rain and storms, particularly midweek. According to the National Weather Service forecast, temperatures this week will hover in the high 70s, with a slightly warmer surge expected on Wednesday, reaching up to about 84 degrees. Today will be partly sunny with a mild high near 78.
Gunman fires shots while robbing off-duty firefighter in Bucktown
CHICAGO — Armed men fired shots, but injured no one, after robbing an off-duty Chicago firefighter in Bucktown on Friday night. Police said the 40-year-old victim was targeted in the 2300 block of West Moffatt at about 10:59 p.m. Two men exited a dark sedan and took his valuables...
Chicago Forecast: Pleasant conditions, partly sunny skies with cooler temperatures near lakefront
While the Chicago area was subject to a tumultuous and historic start to the week with a severe weather outbreak that spawned a record-amount of tornadoes in the region on Monday, this weekend is shaping up to be pleasant. Noticeable cloud cover is expected throughout the day, though some sunshine...
Will County Rejects Non-Sanctuary Status Amid Immigration Policy Debates, Chicago Allocates $70M for Migrant Support
In a firm stand for the values of inclusivity and diversity, the Will County Board voted against a resolution that would have declared the county a non-sanctuary area. With a predominantly party-line vote where 11 Democrats stood against and eight Republicans in favor, the decision highlighted the ideological divide apparent within the county's political landscape, according to the Chicago Tribune. During the contentious debate, community members voiced their opposition to the resolution, emphasizing that such demarcations are perceived as anti-immigrant and contrary to the county’s ethos of welcome.
Pitchfork Music Festival 2024: Day One in Review
Pitchfork Music Festival is back for another year of excellent sounds and vibes at Union Park. Clear skies and actually enjoyable temps reigned supreme on the first day of the festival and looks like that will be the case the whole weekend. Which is a welcome surprise as rain is typically on the forecast for this fantastic festival.
Cloudy weekend with chances of stray showers for Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) — Expect extra clouds Saturday night and Sunday in the Chicago area as a weak mid-level wave lingers near the Mississippi. There is a ridge of high pressure overhead, so there should be little effect from that disturbance besides cloud cover and a few stray sprinkles on Sunday and Monday. With the weak wind flow, a light lake breeze will keep shoreline areas slightly cooler for the next two days. A more organized system will move into the Chicago area with higher storm chances midweek. ForecastSATURDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy. LOW: 66SUNDAY: Extra clouds, stray shower chance. HIGH: 83, cooler by the lakeMONDAY: Stray showers. HIGH: 84, cooler lakeside
Angel Reese had a double-double during the WNBA All-Star Game because of course she did
Of course, Angel Reese had a double-double at the WNBA All-Star. Of course, she did. Well, I’ll be. Caitlin Clark called it. Angel Reese, in fact, did grab the most rebounds. I mean, I didn’t doubt she would. But to see it happen live — against Team USA — was something special. Angel also added 12 points to that amazing effort — including a dope bounce pass from Caitlin that led to a bucket — and honestly, we love that for her. The girl’s motor is just relentless, and to see her shine Saturday was awesome.
Northern Illinois and Wisconsin State Line: Showers Sunday, Storms Midweek
Chicago, IL – Northern Illinois and the Wisconsin state line area can expect a mix of weather conditions in the upcoming days, with isolated showers on Sunday followed by potential storms early next week. According to the US National Weather Service in Chicago, temperatures will remain near seasonal averages...
Illinois’ Favorite Ice Cream Flavor is Kind of Shocking
National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 21 and you most definitely want to celebrate. But will you celebrate with something more exciting than Illinois' favorite ice cream flavor?. Pretty much every day, there's a 'National' holiday. Some of them are actual holidays when we don't have to go to...
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