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D20 Peru All-Stars roll through State Softball prelims; Face Elmhurst in Monday semi-final
Coach Tara Backes's softball team hasn't seen any serious competition all weekend at the State Tourney in Evergreen Park. Backes told us the 8 – 10 year old All-Stars beat Twin Rivers – in the early game Saturday – 10 – 0. Ekko Baima had a triple and eight out of eleven players provided hits. Quinn Holman pitched three innings and Maeve Brandt pitched one inning in the four inning game.
Pedestrian fatally struck on Bishop Ford Freeway
COOK COUNTY, Ill. - A pedestrian was struck and killed by a car on the Bishop Ford Freeway, shutting down all outbound lanes Monday morning. The pedestrian, who was a driver involved in a previous crash, was trying to cross traffic from their disabled vehicle in the middle lane when they were struck by a passing car around 2:23 a.m. near 159th Street, according to Illinois State Police.
Will County Man Wanted in Grundy Co. For Failing To Appear in Court
A 35-year-old Joliet man is wanted on a warrant after failing to appear for his court appearance in Grundy County. Morris Police Deputy Chief Chad Skelton said they were called to a domestic disturbance on Twilight Drive in April of this year. During an investigation, Skelton said Justin Hill allegedly failed to exit a vehicle and threw a glass of liquid at an officer. No injuries were reported and Hill was transported to the Grundy County Jail.
Around 75 people turn out for Trump prayer vigil in Elmhurst; ‘Violence has no place in politics’
Following the attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life last Saturday at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, plans were quickly put together to hold a prayer vigil for Trump and for our nation’s healing at Elmhurst City Hall on Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m. Around 75 people...
Winter US Open Qualifier Max Goettsch Verbals to Texas for 2025-26
Free/back specialist Max Goettsch announced his verbal commitment to the Texas Class of 2029 last November. Current photo via Max Goettsch. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
'My tax bill increased 86%': Cook County homeowners confront assessor about property tax hike
COOK COUNTY - Homeowners in Chicago's south and southwest suburbs are reeling from a dramatic increase in property taxes, with some expressing their frustrations directly to Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi on Saturday. "When my wife saw the tax bill, the first thing she said, like the gentleman said earlier,...
Chicago man arrested after high-speed chase in Fort Wayne
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – An Illinois man faces criminal charges in Whitley County after leading officers from multiple agencies on a high-speed chase Sunday. The pursuit ran from rural Columbia City to downtown Fort Wayne and ended with the driver, 44-year-old Jeffrey Price, in custody. The pursuit began around...
REPENTANCE To Support ORBIT CULTURE In Detroit, Chicago
Chicago, Illinois-based metallers REPENTANCE will provide direct support for the Swedish metal act ORBIT CULTURE on August 19 at Majestic Theater in Detroit, Michigan and August 20 at the Bottom Lounge in Chicago, Illinois. REPENTANCE is promoting its sophomore album, "The Process Of Human Demise", which came out last September...
IceHogs Community Fund and Chicago Blackhawks Foundation to Award $135,000 in Grants to Nine Rockford Area Organizations
The Rockford IceHogs Community Fund and Chicago Blackhawks Foundation will award $135,000 in grants to support nine Rockford area organizations and 10 unique programs for the 2024-25 grant cycle. Close to $100,000 of the total amount is to come from the IceHogs' charitable arm, while the remaining dollars will come...
Noelle Malkamaki Earns Spot on 2024 U.S. Paralympic Team
7/21/2024 9:45:00 AM | TRACK AND FIELD MIRAMAR, Fla. – DePaul Track and Field's Noelle Malkamaki was officially announced as a member of the 2024 U.S. Paralympic Team on Sunday morning, marking her first selection to the team. The two-time World Champion shattered her previous F46 Shot Put world record of 13.32m, set at the 2023 World Para Athletics Championships in Paris, by throwing an impressive 13.60m on Saturday afternoon in Miramar, Fla. Malkamaki's outstanding performance at the U.S. Paralympic Team Trials on Saturday secured her spot on the U.S. Paralympic Track and Field team. The track and field events at...
Crystal Clean Executes One of the World’s Largest PFAS Fractionation Projects for PFAS Remediation in Midwestern United States
HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 22, 2024-- Crystal Clean, Inc. a leading provider of specialized environmental and waste management solutions to commercial and industrial end-markets, today announced it completed its largest PFAS remediation project to date. The project, utilizing Crystal Clean’s 4never™ solution, successfully treated 1.46 million gallons of PFAS impacted waters over the course of three weeks. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240722337335/en/ A lineup of four SAFF® (Surface Active Foam Fractionation) units operating at a confidential site. (Photo: Business Wire)
The Work Continues To Restore Power Lines Along I-55 Near Channahon
The work continues to get power lines back in order following last Monday’s EF2 tornado in Channahon that knocked out high tension power lines. A helicopter was seen running new power lines over I-55 near Channahon. Intermittent lanes closures occurred on I-55 on Sunday, July 22nd.
Six Corners Peoples Gas Development Delayed Again, But Labor Dispute Has Been Settled
PORTAGE PARK — The $110 million redevelopment of the Six Corner’s Peoples Gas site has been delayed again and its timeline is unclear — but the project’s developer said the labor dispute holding things up has been resolved. GW Properties has proposed transforming the site along...
Old Irving Park Medical Clinic For Uninsured Patients To Expand Care After Renovation
OLD IRVING PARK — Leaders of the Old Irving Park Community Clinic hope a recent renovation will help them expand the free clinic’s reach. The clinic, 5425 W. Addison St., remodeled its building in the spring, adding another behavioral health room, new furniture, flooring, ADA-compliant bathrooms and a fresh coat of paint.
Kids Above All's back-to-school backpack drive returns this summer
Kids are getting ready to go back to school. It can be harder for some families than others, which is why Kids Above All is kicking off their annual back-to-school backpack drive. President and CEO Dan Kotowski joins us now with details.
Grizzlies Take Down Boomers To Win Weekend Series
The Gateway Grizzlies trailed early against the Schaumburg Boomers on Sunday afternoon, but Collin Sullivan (6-4) settled down for a “quality start,” and the offense woke up in a big way with a six-run sixth inning to take the lead for good in a 7-3 victory at Wintrust Field, clinching the weekend series win on the road.
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