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Former Chicago alderman to report back to prison after judge's ruling
Former Chicago Alderman Ricardo Munoz will soon be back behind bars. On Thursday, he was ordered to report back to prison for seven months, beginning Aug. 26. He was arrested back in May for a DUI but the case is still pending in Cook County Traffic Court.
Hobbs to join female governors at DNC for conversation hosted by ‘Veep’ actress
(The Center Square) – Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs will be joining the seven other women Democratic governors in Chicago next week at the Democratic National Convention. All eight women will be participating in a panel discussion on Wednesday, Aug. 21 that will be moderated by award-winning actress, producer and activist Julia Louis-Dreyfus. “Governor Hobbs is looking forward to joining a panel with the country’s eighth democratic female governors on Aug. 21,” Hobbs’ office told The Center Square. “She’s excited to discuss how they’re delivering for...
Tel Aviv’s ‘Hostage Square’ is coming to Chicago for the DNC — whether or not a pro-Israel march gets a permit
(JTA) — Pro-Israel activists will mount a “Hostage Square” during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next week, in a bid to spotlight the plight of Israeli captives at a time when the city is preparing for large pro-Palestinian demonstrations. The public art installation, organized by the...
Trio charged with chasing man onto Red Line tracks where he contacted the 3rd rail
CHICAGO — Three men have been charged with felony reckless conduct for allegedly chasing a man onto the Red Line tracks, where he came into contact with the third rail. The Chicago Police Department issued a short, routine statement about the incident shortly after it occurred around 3:30 a.m. on August 4:
Mayor Brandon Johnson attempting to force out Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, sources say
Mayor Brandon Johnson is trying to push out Chicago Public Schools CEO Pedro Martinez, sources told ABC7.On Thursday, ABC7 heard from both Johnson and Martinez amid what could be a major shakeup at Chicago Public Schools.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchMartinez has a five-year contract with two years left. Any changes to his employment would require School Board approval.A day after information emerged of Mayor Johnson's administration trying to force out the CPS CEO, both men appeared at the opening of the Rainbow PUSH Convention.While ABC7 has confirmed the effort, which includes a push from...
Dolton deputy police chief pleads not guilty to bankruptcy fraud charges
Dolton's acting police chief appeared before a federal judge and pleaded not guilty on Thursday to multiple charges of bankruptcy fraud and perjury, among others.It was just the latest in an ongoing saga of controversy surrounding the Dolton village government.Acting police chief Lewis Lacey made his initial appearance in court for his arraignment. The judge ordered that he turn in his gun and FOID card as a pre-trial condition.In court, federal prosecutors laid out the nine-count indictment against Lacey, claiming he devised a scheme to defraud, by way of filing a bankruptcy in an effort to hide assets and income...
“Until Scottie Pippen started playing well, they couldn't win” – When Charles Barkley dropped a reality check on Bulls success with Michael Jordan
Right before their Finals matchup in 1992, Charles Barkley pointed out how Michael Jordan started winning titles only after the arrival of Scottie Pippen
Bears rejected trade offer for Matthew Judon is a sign the NFL is afraid of them
Wednesday night, the Chicago Bears made headlines in a roundabout way. When the New England Patriots agreed to trade pass rusher Matthew Judon to the Atlanta Falcons, it was soon reported the Bears were also in on a Judon deal. Ultimately, New England opted to go with Atlanta's offer. But,...
Freight train burglary disrupts Metra service to and from Chicago's west suburbs
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Trains on the Metra Union Pacific West Line had to be stopped in Oak Park Thursday afternoon, while police investigated a burglary on a freight train that uses the same tracks.Investigators said the burglary happened Thursday afternoon on a Union Pacific freight train near Lawler Avenue and Kinzie Street in the Austin neighborhood.Several trains on both the inbound and outbound tracks were delayed, and at least one did not run at all.By 4 p.m., Metra trains were back running.The Union Pacific West line runs from the Ogilvie Transportation Center in the West Loop to Elburn.Information about the burglary was not immediately available.CHECK: Metra updates
Kamala Harris’ move to the top of the ticket gave DNC hotel bookings in Chicago a boost, but don’t expect Taylor Swift-level crowds
Enthusiasm about having Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket is boosting last-minute hotel bookings tied to the Democratic National Convention, although occupancy levels during next week’s event may still fall short of expectations. The Democratic National Committee signed contracts with more than 40 Chicago hotels, including the InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, Palmer House Hilton ...
City of Chicago admits $35k Water bill a mistake- after NBC 5 Responds steps in to help Rogers Park landlord
When a Chicago property owner checked his bimonthly water bill in May, he discovered something unusual: an amount due of more than $35,000, nearly 100 times the amount he usually paid. He got in contact with the city, and expected the resolution to take months. With the help of NBC...
Broadview students call out dangerous intersection outside school
BROADVIEW, Ill. - Students at Lindop Elementary School in Broadview are calling for safety improvements along their route to school. They said many students cross the busy intersection of 17th Avenue and 15th Street where there is no stoplight or pedestrian crosswalk, and they should not have to deal with the danger.
Former Chicago Cubs trade target placed on waivers, proving a disaster was avoided
In news that would have had more interest to the Chicago Cubs during the first half of the season instead of where they are now, barely clinging onto being part of the conversation in the National League Wild Card race, the Colorado Rockies have placed former All-Star catcher Elias Díaz on outright waivers.
‘Machine gun-like shots:’ 2 shot, 1 fatally, on Chicago’s West Side
CHICAGO — A 19-year-old man was killed and another man critically injured after they were shot multiple times Thursday morning on the city’s West Side. Witnesses to the 10:20 a.m. shooting on the 1100 block of North Lawndale Avenue, in the Humboldt Park neighborhood, said they heard at least 25 rounds that sounded like they […]
Illinois vs. Hawaii in 2024 Little League World Series: Time, TV channel, schedule
The Little League team from Hinsdale, Illinois, is one of 10 United States baseball teams in the 2024 Little League World Series in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Hinsdale, representing the Great Lakes region, will face West region winner Hawaii at 2 p.m. CT on ESPN. ...
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