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PAWS Chicago holding virtual cat adoption event called Meow Mixer
Fans of felines have a chance to give a forever home to a cat Wednesday.PAWS Chicago is hosting a virtual adoption event, called a "Meow Mixer."ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchAnyone interested can fill out a compatibility quiz to help find them a good match.There are four adoptable cats in foster care right now.SEE ALSO: Wicker Park Fest featuring Pet Fest this yearVisit www.pawschicago.org to reserve a spot to meet the cats.The event takes place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.PAWS is working to build no-kill communities that respect and value the life of every cat and dog, according to their website.They also want to end the overpopulation of homeless animals.
Boy, 15, charged with setting fire to recreation facility in Villa Park
VILLA PARK, Ill. — A 15-year-old boy has been charged after setting a fire at a recreation facility in Villa Park, according to the DuPage County state’s attorney. The teenager faces one count of Arson (Class 2 Felony), one count of Burglary (Class 2 Felony), one count of Criminal Damage to Government Supported Property (Class 4 […]
'Deadpool & Wolverine' hits theaters this week
CHICAGO - This summer’s most anticipation movie, "Deadpool & Wolverine," opens in theaters Thursday night. Before it hit the big screen, FOX 32 got the Chicago-exclusive interview with Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, talking all about their Marvel movie that’s expected to break box office records this weekend.
Gun rights group: Chicago’s expanded lawsuit against Glock misguided
(The Center Square) – Chicago is expanding its lawsuit against gun manufacturer Glock, but a gun rights advocate says it’s misguided and likely unconstitutional. Last year, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker enacted a measure allowing lawsuits against the firearms industry for allegedly making the community less safe. The National Shooting Sports Foundation challenged the law. The state said no one has been harmed and the case should be dismissed. A ruling is pending on whether to enjoin the law or dismiss the case. ...
Carjackers Target Off-Duty Officer, Spark Shootout on Chicago’s South Side (video)
A group of carjackers targeted an off-duty Chicago police officer on the city’s South Side, resulting in a shootout captured on camera. The incident occurred in a neighborhood known for its high number of first responders, specifically in the area of 108th and Campbell. Previous Criminal Activity. The carjackers...
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.
Building Resilient Libraries: Protecting Against Book Bans
As attempts to ban books and other materials proliferate across the country, library systems and governmental jurisdictions are fighting back. There are many ways to safeguard intellectual freedom and to protect the rights of customers and communities to choose what they want to read. Library staff and boards cannot passively stand by as collections are decimated to suit a particular perspective.
311, AWOLNATION, Neon Trees Kick Off ‘Unity Tour’ In The Midwest [Photos/Videos]
311 kicked off its Unity Tour over the weekend with shows at Hard Rock Cincinnati Outdoor Arena in Cincinnati, OH and The Salt Shed in Chicago, IL on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. Special guests Neon Trees opened, followed by AWOLNATION, each bringing a danceable electro-pop element to complement the reggae-rock...
Despite pleas from city council, mayor's office holding firm on migrant eviction policy
The Mayor Brandon Johnson administration is still resisting pressure to change its policy of evicting many migrants from City shelters after sixty days. Deputy Mayor Beatriz Ponce de León said migrants can go back to the City’s landing zone.
09/12: Virtual cityCURRENT Texas Signature Event Series featuring Richard Casper
Please join us Thursday, September 12, 2024, for our Higginbotham and Hillwood hosted cityCURRENT signature speaker series event featuring Richard Casper, a Marine Corps Veteran, Purple Heart recipient, Artist, Entrepreneur, and songwriter with over 70 placements in film and TV. He is the co-founder and Executive Director of CreatiVets, a nonprofit that empowers wounded veterans with post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injuries to heal through art and music.
Canadian wildfire smoke could impact Chicago area's air quality this week
Wildfire smoke from western Canada and the western United States could create some air quality issues in the Chicago area this week. The fires, which are burning in the Rocky Mountains in the northwestern United States and in parts of Canada, including the country’s largest national park, are creating air quality issues across a wide swath of the Great Lakes, including over the Chicago area.
Addison man arrested on animal cruelty charges at rural Sandwich property following investigation by local, state law enforcement
Following a lengthy investigation by the Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) and the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, an Addison man was arrested on animal cruelty charges in rural Sandwich Tuesday morning. 60-year-old Mohammad M. Raza-Ahsan was taken into custody on two counts of cruel treatment of animals and three counts of animal cruelty-owner's duties at the property located in the 17000 block of Wagner Road.
Woman rescued two men after boat explosion on Lake Michigan. 'We did our deed for the day'
CHICAGO (WBBM) -- A woman is being hailed as a hero for springing into action to save two men after a boat explosion Tuesday afternoon on Lake Michigan near Waukegan Harbor.
Further Point expects to reopen several Foxtrot stores in Chicago
Further Point Enterprises, the investment firm that bought bankrupt urban convenience-store chain Foxtrot’s assets at auction, is planning to reopen at least four of the stores in Chicago. The firm recently applied for liquor licenses at the Wicker Park, Fulton Market, Old Town and Gold Coast former Foxtrot locations,...
iO Fest, Chicago’s Largest Improv Festival, Kicks Off Thursday With Star-Studded Lineup
LINCOLN PARK — iO Theater launches its inaugural iO Fest Thursday, featuring four days of improvisation, sketch and stand-up performances from more than 70 acts, headlined by alumni like Tim Meadows and Matt Walsh. The event, Chicago’s largest improv comedy festival, runs through Sunday at iO Theater, 1501 N....
Double Duty Classic showcases high school standouts, honors Chicago's Negro League Baseball history
CHICAGO - Groundskeepers were out early at Guaranteed Rate Field on Wednesday getting ready for the annual Double Duty Classic (DDC). The DDC commemorates the history of Negro League Baseball in Chicago while also showcasing some of the most talented high school baseball players in the country. Troy Williams, the...
Sandvik Coromant to Present “The Cutting Edge of Connectivity” at IMTS 2024
Leading cutting tool maker and advanced machining solutions provider Sandvik Coromant will deliver a presentation offering insights on sensor-enabled tooling and the future of manufacturing at the upcoming International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago. The educational session, titled “The Cutting Edge of Connectivity: How Sensorized Tooling is Driving Manufacturing...
UIC Cross Country and Track & Field Teams Expand Roster with Diverse Talent
CHICAGO (July 24, 2024) – The UIC cross country and track & field teams announced Wednesday the addition of 17 student-athletes to their programs. The Flames will welcome four distance runners on the men’s cross country team, six cross country runners for the women’s team, two male sprinters, four female track athletes, and a high and long jumper. “Our coaching staff is excited with the new additions to our program as we prepare for another competitive year in the Missouri Valley Conference,” said head coach Paul Zavala . We have a very competitive recruiting class looking to represent the Flames…
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