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Are you registered to vote in Illinois' 2024 general election? Here's what to know
Illinois voters will weigh in on key contests in the 2024 general election — including races for the White House, Congress, and the state legislature. Hoping to cast a ballot this November? Here’s your guide to voter registration in Illinois. When is Election Day? ...
Illinois Weather Update: Mid-80s and Storms Ahead in Central Region
Lincoln, IL – Residents of central Illinois can expect a mix of warm temperatures and thunderstorms in the coming days. Thursday promises mostly sunny skies with isolated storms possible south of I-70, and temperatures ranging from 80 to 87 degrees. Thursday night will see clear skies and lows between 55 and 64 degrees.
High school football schedules for west central Illinois teams
Summer is in full swing, which means Illinois high school football is right around the corner. Teams can have their first practices on Monday, Aug. 12, ahead of first scheduled games for Labor Day weekend (Aug. 28-30). A nine-week regular season ensues, with playoffs set to begin on Nov. 1. The state finals are...
Company That Owns Illinois Pizza Huts Files for Bankruptcy
The struggle continues for many food franchises as a company that owns many Pizza Hut locations in Illinois has reportedly filed for bankruptcy. Nation's Restaurant News reported today that EYM Pizza L.P. has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the eastern district of Texas Monday. They said this pizza company "operates units in the South and Midwest". According to their corporate site, that includes Pizza Hut locations in Illinois.
The importance of youth sports in breaking the cycle of violence
Getting children involved in youth sports has a huge impact on their journeys into adulthood. Dr. Abdullah Pratt from the University of Chicago and coach Ernest Radcliffe, founder of Radcliffe Youth Sports Organization, stress the importance of youth sports in creating the antidote to violence in the city.
Robert DeLong & Atlas Genius At The Echoplex On Oct. 21
Atlas Genius and Robert DeLong have teamed up for a co-headlining tour set for this fall. The two-month trek includes a stop at Los Angeles’ iconic venue Echoplex on Monday, October 21. Australian alternative rock band Atlas Genius and electronic artist Robert DeLong will embark on their co-headlining tour...
PHOTOS: Advocate Children’s Hospital NICU babies dress up for Olympics
CHICAGO — Babies in the NICU at Advocate Children’s Hospital are celebrating their wins with patriotic attire ahead of Friday’s opening 2024 Olympic ceremonies. The hospital released images Thursday of the babies in their neonatal intensive care units in Oak Lawn and Park Ridge, introducing them as the “tiniest and most adorable members of Team […]
Urgent Warning: New Parking Ticket Scam Text Targets Chicago Residents (video)
Chicago residents are being warned about a new scam involving fake parking tickets sent via text message. The scam starts with a text claiming the recipient has an unpaid parking ticket. The message includes a link for payment, which, if clicked, leads to a request for personal and financial information.
Chicago police video shows tense standoff as man refuses to put down ‘fake a** gun’
CHICAGO — Video recorded by a Chicago police officer’s body camera shows tense moments as he confronts a man who refused to comply with orders to put down a handgun he was holding. At one point during the April 24 encounter, the man even slapped away one of the officer’s outstretched hands while the cop’s other hand was pointing a pistol at him.
15 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Wicker Park Fest, Taste Of Lincoln Avenue And Bantu Fest
CHICAGO — Whether you’re looking to catch improv, jam out to local bands, try new foods or celebrate diverse cultures, there are festivals for all of that and more in the city this weekend. Wicker Park Fest, Chinatown Summer Fair, Bantu Fest and Summer Wine Fest all make...
40th Annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue
The 40th annual Taste of Lincoln Avenue is a four in one festival featuring wine and whiskey tastings, live music, a kid’s carnival and even a dog parade. Mike Miller, owner of Delilah’s Chicago joined us with all the details and a little preview. July 26th – 28th...
Student Media Announces Alumni Takeover 2!!
Last year, we had so much fun! So we’re doing it again! October 13 through 19 is Saint Xavier’s Homecoming Week, and Student Media is inviting all of its alumni to Alumni Takeover 2. Alums can come back and broadcast their shows, write an article for The Xavierite, and catch up with old friends as we all come together and celebrate Student Media’s past, present, and future.
Chicago man to jet ski across Lake Michigan to support Get Behind the Vest initiative
Chicagoan Frank Giannelli will jet ski 100 miles across Lake Michigan Thursday morning in support of Get Behind the Vest, the effort to provide life-saving body armor to Chicago police officers.
Chicago Red Stars Medical Update on Defender, Sam Staab
The Chicago Red Stars provided the following medical update on defender, Sam Staab:. Sam Staab has suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will be placed on the National Women’s Soccer League season-ending injury list. “We are disheartened to learn the extent of Sam’s injury,” said Chicago Red Stars general...
Chicago Public Schools set to vote on $9.9B budget Thursday
CHICAGO — Chicago Public Schools is set to approve its $9.9 billion budget on Thursday, but not without some pushback from the Chicago Teachers Union. The district’s $9.9 billion budget includes closing a nearly $500 million deficit. To balance the budget, CPS says it made cuts to central academic and operational departments and focused money on […]
Loretto’s blood drive spotlights African-American health
Austin’s Loretto Hospital is hosting its 4th annual Summer Screening Series, a free event that this year focuses on blood donations and kidney health checks. Officials said that this year, they are highlighting the importance of African-American blood donors to increase collections of Type O blood and to help fight sickle cell disease. The need for donations in this is urgent, they said, because one in three African-American blood donors is a match for patients with sickle cell disease. Statistics show that 51% of African Americans have Type O blood, in contrast with 45% of Caucasians.
8 years for breaking into Chicago police facility, threatening SWAT class with their own guns (He got shot, too)
CHICAGO — The man who broke into a Chicago police facility and proceeded to threaten a SWAT team training class with their own guns has been sentenced to eight years in prison. You may remember that Donald Patrick, 49, went to CPD’s Homan Square facility in September 2022 to...
A rise in domestic violence deaths spurs call for action for Karina’s Bill
(WIFR) - Lawmakers all over Illinois speak out against the rising number of domestic violence deaths, calling to pass a bill that would keep guns out of the hands of alleged abusers. In 2023, Karina Gonzalez and her daughter were shot and killed by her husband in their home, weeks...
Chicago Welcomes Sunny Weekend Before Storm Risks Rise Next Week
Chicagoans are looking ahead to a mixed bag of weather conditions, with the National Weather Service projecting a tranquil trio of days before the risk of storms increases early next week. According to the detailed weather forecast for Chicago, IL, the city will see sunny skies with highs around the mid-70s to low 80s starting today and into the weekend.
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