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Chicago Sky Star Makes Painful Three-Word Admission About WNBA Break
The WNBA has reached its Olympic break. While some players have shared their excitement for vacation time, Chicago Sky star Chennedy Carter has made it clear that she can't wait to return to the hardwood. Carter went to social media to share her thoughts on the break, mentioning, "I miss ...
Forest Park Police Press Release
Officers from the Forest Park Police Department were dispatched to the area of Jackson and Thomas, Forest Park, IL on July 10, 2024 at approximately 7:55pm for multiple reports of gunshots fired. Witnesses told responding officers that they heard approximately three gunshots and observed a maroon Chevrolet fleeing the area.
Chicago hit-and-run: Vehicle strikes 9-year-old girl, seriously injuring her
CHICAGO - Chicago police are searching for a vehicle that struck a 9-year-old girl and drove off on the city's South Side. The incident occurred on July 18, around 8:39 p.m. The child was walking in the street in the 9500 block of South Paxton Avenue when she was hit by an SUV.
Red Line robbery: Police seek 4 suspects who allegedly assaulted man, stole his items
CHICAGO - A search is underway for a group of suspects accused of beating up a man on a Chicago Transit Authority Red Line train and stealing his property. The incident happened just after 11 p.m. July 13 at the Red Line Garfield stop, in the 200 block of W. Garfield.
Smash-and-grab burglars target Lincoln Park business for 4th time, manager says
Surveillance video captured thieves breaking into a Lincoln Park business early Wednesday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA manager at Butcher and the Burger said it's the fourth time the restaurant business has been targeted.The smash-and-grab burglary happened just before 3:30 a.m. near West Armitage Avenue and North Kenmore Avenue.Chicago police confirm that officers responded and found broken glass, but no one was inside.SEE ALSO | Chicago police investigating smash-and-grab burglary at Lincoln Park vape shop | VIDEOThe owner of the business had not yet filed a police report when ABC7 reached out to CPD.
Cubs selling at trade deadline could pay blockbuster dividends in offseason
No team in the National League has disappointed more than the Chicago Cubs. The expectation was, after re-signing Cody Bellinger while bringing in Shota Imanaga and Craig Counsell that a Cubs team that narrowly missed the postseason in 2023, to make the playoffs, but barring a miracle, that's not going to happen.
NBA Trades: Warriors throw caution to the wind in a risky proposed deal with Bulls
Thus far, the Golden State Warriors haven't made a major move to improve their roster after failing to make the playoffs last season. While they are reportedly trying to acquire a star, their pursuit appears to be on hold for the time being. However, if their primary trade target doesn't materialize, they could turn to the Chicago Bulls to make a late-summer deal.
Burglary crew is targeting restaurants on North, Northwest Sides
CHICAGO — For the second time this week, Chicago police are warning businesses about nighttime burglars who are prowling the city. The latest alert focuses on the North and Northwest Sides, where three men broke into four restaurants in under an hour on July 19. CPD said the burglars...
Nearly 200 people allege decades of ‘systematic’ abuse at youth jail in Chicago
CHICAGO — Two new lawsuits allege decades of sexual abuse at a Chicago juvenile detention center. The complaints – one against Cook County and one against the state of Illinois – were filed Monday in state court on behalf of 193 men and women who were housed in the Juvenile Temporary Detention Center in Chicago, formerly known as the Arthur J. Audy Home, between 1995 and 2022.
Property Tax Appeals Workshop for Norwood Park Township 8/14/24
Comr. Steele from the Cook County Board of Review will be co-sponsoring a Property Tax Appeals Workshop with Mayor Arlene Jezierny on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Ridgewood High School (Auditorium, Door #4) located at 7500 W. Montrose, Norridge. Doors will open at 6:00 and the event will begin at 6:30pm with a short presentation. Then staff and analysts will be available to assist attendees with creating online accounts and filing property tax appeals.
Wienermobile Rolls Over on Tri-State Tollway, No Injuries Reported
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was involved in a rollover crash on Monday morning while traveling north on the Tri-State Tollway near Oak Brook, Illinois. According to Illinois State Police, the incident occurred around 11:15 a.m. near Roosevelt Road when the Wienermobile struck a Hyundai, lost control, and rolled over. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Big Lots closing up to 40 stores across the US—including these 3 Illinois locations
We now know which locations Big Lots will be closing across Illinois. Big Lots, the Ohio-based retail discount chain announced on July 10 the company’s plans to close up to 40 locations across the country this year, due to financial challenges the brand is facing in a post-Covid market.
Illinois quick hits: Treasurer showing unclaimed property today; Chicago schools eye budget
Treasurer showing unclaimed property today A preview of some of the unclaimed property set for auction during the Illinois State Fair will be until 3 p.m. Thursday at the Marine Bank Building in Springfield. Among the 250 lots up for bid are a woman’s 18-karat gold Rolex Oyster watch and uncut sheets of American currency, along with collectible coins and precious-metal bars. ...
World’s Deadliest Creature Infests and Infects Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
As summer progresses, residents of Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin should be aware of the risks posed by mosquito-borne diseases. With much wetter weather and voracious mosquito populations, the region is seeing increased cases of several diseases. Certain invasive blood-suckers have now raised concerns again in the Tri-States, with the Asian Tiger Mosquito being reported in both Iowa and Illinois, and now West Nile virus-infected mosquitos have been confirmed in Ames. Did you know there have already been several cases of mosquito-borne illnesses across the Tri-States reported in 2024?
Illinois Conservation Police seeking applicants for next class of trainees
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Office of Law Enforcement is seeking applicants for the position of conservation police officer trainee. Conservation police officers enforce state laws intended to protect Illinois' natural and recreational resources. They are vested with full state-wide police authority and...
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