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The 30th Door Village Harvest Festival
The 30th Door Village Harvest Festival will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024 9:00 to 4:00 P.M. and Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Scipio Township Park, 3501 W. Joliet Road, in historic Door Village. There is No Admission charge to attend the festival, however Parking is $3.00 per vehicle and any Donations will be greatly appreciated. All proceeds from the festival will go to benefit the Scipio Township Park. Saturday morning will have a patriotic opening ceremony at 8:30 and the annual Pancake & French Toast Breakfast from 7:30 to 10:00 A.M. which is Free to all Veterans compliments of Mayor Tom Dermody. Both Saturday and Sunday a variety of foods will also be available from local vendors at the Food Court as well as the delicious homemade baked goods from the popular Country Bake Shop. There will also be old-fashioned Ham and Beans as well as Chicken and Noodles on Sunday from 11:00 until it’s gone.
Week 1 Evansville-area high school football scores, schedule and streaming links
EVANSVILLE — Another season of high school football in Southwestern Indiana is upon us. Below are scores from Friday's Week 1 games around the Evansville area, plus links to online radio broadcasts and video streams where applicable. (If a stream is missing, please contact clindskog@gannett.com) ...
More than 700 participate in Chicago Kids Triathlon; street closures in place through Sunday
More than 700 kids from 7 to 14 years old plunged into Lake Michigan, hopped on a bike, and went for a run on Saturday morning as part of Chicago Triathlon weekend."There is an incredible energy. It's incredibly fun to watch the little ones, especially the 7, 8, 9-year-olds get out there and try something maybe they have never tried before," said Dave Kappas with Voice of Chicago Triathlon.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchKids from across Chicagoland and around the country met at Foster Beach for the start of the Triathlon.Saturday's event started with either a...
5 injured, 1 critically, in high-speed stolen car crash in Edison Park: Chicago police
Five people were injured, one critically, in a stolen car crash on the city's Northwest Side on Friday night, Chicago police said.Police said the crash happened just after 10:30 p.m. at North Ottawa and Touhy avenues in the Edison Park neighborhood.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA CPD helicopter was monitoring a 21-year-old man driving a stolen car, with three passengers inside, at a high rate of speed.The 21-year-old lost control of the vehicle and struck another car, driver by a woman, before crashing into a building, police said.Officers recovered a gun from the scene.One witness said his car was first hit by the speeding car at North Milwaukee and North Elston avenues.The stolen car's driver suffered a leg and spine injury and was transported to Lutheran Hospital in critical condition.Three women and another man were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.Area Five detectives are investigating. Charges are pending and traffic citations will be issued for the crash, police said.
Some businesses say they lost out as Chicagoans seemed to stay home during DNC
CHICAGO (CBS) -- The Democratic National Convention brought thousands of delegates, volunteers, politicians, and delegates to Chicago—but some say Chicagoans themselves stayed home.So what effect did the DNC have on the busy business areas that are removed from the United Center and McCormick Place? The owners and staffers of some of those businesses said they were somewhat disappointed in how it all worked out. It's hard to know exactly how many local residents stayed home—or even left the area—to avoid convention crowds and traffic. But the fact that some businesses saw such slow sales is a sign."Really slow," said food...
Chicago Public Schools classes start Monday; teachers still don't have contract
Chicago Public Schools students and teachers are headed into their final weekend of their summer break. But, when the school year starts, teachers will be working without a contract.Back in the classroom with a renewed sense of energy Friday, Chicago Public Schools history teacher Eli Pupovac was getting his room ready for the new school year, starting on Monday,ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe Disney II Magnet School teacher said the first two weeks are about easing into it."It's a lot about community building, getting to know each other's names, what are our expectations? What are...
Chicago-area teen cancer patient to meet Luke Bryan after gifting Make-A-Wish to fellow patient
A Chicago-area teen who's fighting a rare form of cancer is paying it forward this weekend.Patrick Stevenson gave up his Make-A-Wish opportunity to help another child he met at the hospital.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchStevenson turns 14 next week and is just beginning his freshman year of high school. It's a busy time, not to mention that he's also battling a rare genetic form of cancer.The teen spent several weeks in the hospital this summer. The illness is serious enough that the Make-A-Wish organization offered to grant a wish for him. However, Stevenson turned...
The Entire Internet Is Thirsting Over ESPN Host Courtney Cronin After She Caused A Stir In Her Short Black Skirt
Courtney Cronin might not be as well known as other reporters on ESPN, but she surely made a name for herself during a recent post of hers on social media. Cronin has been working for ESPN since August 2017 and covered the Minnesota Vikings for several years before moving to the Windy City to report on the Chicago Bears.
Chicago Police Deputy Chief Under Investigation for Alleged Inflammatory Remarks Amid DNC Protests
A high-ranking official with the Chicago Police Department is currently the subject of an Internal Affairs investigation over remarks made concerning the war in Gaza. The suspect under scrutiny is Area 1 Deputy Chief Don Jerome, who allegedly made comments to a Palestinian-American sergeant that sparked a filed complaint. Allegations against Jerome have emerged during a series of protests coinciding with the Democratic National Convention, as reported by ABC7 Chicago.
Repeat felon murdered his girlfriend while on electronic monitoring for a felony gun case, prosecutors say
CHICAGO — Prosecutors have charged a man with murdering his girlfriend while he was on electronic monitoring for a felony gun case in February 2023. Artura de la Mora had a history of abusing Karena Silva, 30, prosecutors said. In fact, he completed parole just a few months before the murder for a domestic battery conviction in which she was the victim, officials said.
Woman injured after crashing car into Josephine's Southern Cooking in Chatham, police say: VIDEO
A popular Chicago restaurant is in need of repair after a car crashed into it on Friday morning.Rubble now litters the street outside Josephine's Southern Cooking at East 79th Street and South Vernon Avenue in the city's Chatham neighborhood.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchSurveillance video captured the crash, which happened just after 8 a.m., just about an hour before the restaurant was set to open.Chicago police said a 58-year-old woman was driving a Chevy sedan east, when she hit a commercial vehicle, which was turning south. The Chevy then struck the restaurant.The restaurant owner said one...
FBI searching for man suspected of robbing 2 south suburban banks within 1 hour
The FBI is searching for a suspect wanted in two south suburban bank robberies.Federal agents said the man in the video above went into Old National Bank on Dixie Highway in Chicago Heights on Friday around 5 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchHe allegedly showed the teller a silver handgun and demanded money before taking off on foot.The FBI said the same man robbed Fifth Third Bank in Oak Forest within an hour of the first robbery.The suspect is described as between 30 and 40 years old with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a grey or beige t-shirt, light-colored jeans with ripped knees, a black cross-body bag, black sneakers and a dark-colored baseball cap.Anyone with information is asked to call police.
Tinley Park Hosts Recycling Extravaganza and Shredding Event This Saturday 8AM Until Noon
Tinley Park, IL – Tinley Park is hosting a Recycling Extravaganza and Shredding Event on Saturday, August 24, from 8:00 AM to Noon. The event will take place at the 80th Avenue Train Station’s South Parking Lot, located at 18001 S. 80th Avenue. Residents are encouraged to participate by bringing accepted items such as electronics, clothes, polystyrene foam, and gently worn or new shoes.
Cowboy riding across the country on horseback makes stop in Michiana
(WNDU) - Jake Harvath is only 24 years old. He may not handle cattle, but he sure is a real-life western cowboy. Since last September, he’s been traveling across the country on horseback to spread awareness of mustangs. “The mission is to get attention and a spotlight on America’s...
Legendary Sheridan coach misses first game of his 62-year career
INDIANAPOLIS — Larry "Bud" Wright is the winningest high school football coach in Indiana history. In more than 60 years on the sideline, he never missed a game — until Friday night. The Sheridan Blackhawks opened the season at their newly renovated stadium against Western Boone. But just...
Tiger Football Opens Season With 20-7 Win, Curtis’ 250th
One of the most exciting days of the year, high school football returned to Warsaw Friday night as the Tigers hosted Michigan City at Fisher Field. The two teams found themselves engaged in a tough slugfest of a game, and in the end, the Warsaw defense held strong enough to open the campaign with a 20-7 win.
What's happening this weekend in Michiana
Here are just a few of the events and activities going on in the Michiana area this weekend. Mishawaka Parks and Recreation announced they've partnered with Big Bear Cook Offs/Northern Indiana Backyard Barbecue Series to host its first BBQ cook off, "Bags and BBQ," on Saturday at Ironworks Plaza from 1 to 4 p.m.
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