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Creating Support Systems with Psychology
For Illinois Institute of Technology Professor of Psychology Eun-Jeong Lee, creating better, more effective support systems for individuals from marginalized communities is just another day’s work. Lee’s latest project, conducted with fellow Illinois Tech professors Nicole Ditchman and Lindsay Sheehan, is part of the Illinois Pathways to Partnerships Project....
GOP convention sets the stage for the Democratic convention in Chicago, activists and police say
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Activists who marched outside the Republican National Convention are trumpeting their efforts, despite crowd estimates falling short. Milwaukee police are praising their cooperation with other agencies in convention security, even as Ohio officers face scrutiny for shooting and killing a man while in the city. Some...
Sway, LGBTQ+-Owned Dispensary, Aims To Open In South Shore
SOUTH SHORE — A cannabis company owned by queer people of color plans to expand into South Shore, and officials will meet with neighbors next week to discuss the plans. Sway, which recently opened the state’s first LGBTQ+- and minority-owned dispensary, is looking to open its second shop and first on the South Side. A meeting on Sway’s plans is 6 p.m. Monday at 2226 E. 71st St., Ald. Desmon Yancy (5th) said in his newsletter earlier this week.
Wicker Park shooting: 3 wounded in drive by
CHICAGO - Three men were wounded in a drive-by shooting Friday morning in the Wicker Park neighborhood. A group of people were standing on the sidewalk around 1:30 a.m. when a black sedan pulled up and someone inside started shooting in the 2100 block of West Division Street, according to police.
Redondo Solari leads Inter Miami against the Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire (6-11-7, 11th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Inter Miami CF (15-4-5, first in the Eastern Conference) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Inter Miami CF -165, Chicago +363, Draw +344; over/under is 3.5 goals. BOTTOM LINE: Federico Redondo Solari leads Inter Miami into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after scoring...
ShotSpotter sparks a political power struggle
This story was published by the Trace, a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence in America. Sign up for its newsletters here. In February, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced his plan to decommission ShotSpotter, a controversial gunshot-detection technology that alerts police to shootings by using hundreds of acoustic sensors throughout the city.
Global IT outage impacts flights at Chicago's O'Hare, Midway airports
A global IT outage impacted airlines, airports, banks and media companies Friday morning, including systems across the Chicago area.As of late Friday night, O'Hare Airport was still very busy. Some of the folks waiting had been there since early in the morning.Their flights were canceled, but they just wanted their luggage back, however, that was going to take four hours or more. ABC7 expected many of the passengers to be at the airport overnight.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe global outage also impacted apps and servers for Microsoft 365.CrowdStrike, a U.S. cybersecurity company, has admitted to...
College-bound students get back-to-campus essentials thanks to scholarship program
CHICAGO (CBS) -- More than 100 college-bound students on the city's South Side had their trunks filled Thursday with all the back-to-school essentials.They were given a free laptop, backpack, and other essentials like bedding and a shower caddy at an event at the South Shore Cultural Center.The Trunk Scholarship Program is now in its 16th year. It is organized by Ada S. McKinley Community Services, and named after former Chicago Bear Revie Sorey.CBS News Chicago spoke to one senior who is headed to Howard University."It feels amazing, actually, to not have to worry about things that I need for my dorm," said Lailani Allison. "I'm excited about meeting new people, but also making more connections and just exploring the world."Scholarship winners answered the question, "Why obtaining a post-secondary education is important to me." The winning essays have been published.In addition to supplies, the top winners also received a cash award in the form of a gift card for fees and incidentals. The program has given out more than $20 million in college scholarships.
Thieves steal copper from air conditioners at 2 small businesses in Beverly
CHICAGO (CBS) -- CBS News Chicago viewers reached out recently, asking why a couple of businesses in the Beverly neighborhood were closed.It turned out they were recently targeted by thieves.Ohana Ice & Treats would typically be busy on a summer night, but the doors there were locked Thursday night—as it was one of the two businesses that were targeted."This is our peak time," said owner Keynn Cain. "This is when we make the money that sustains us throughout the year."Two weeks ago, thieves decided to steal the copper from the outside air conditioning unit at the ice cream shop."It's cost...
Chicago faith-based leaders call on mayor, elected officials to open Office of Gun Violence Reduction
A coalition of faith-based leaders and community members marched in front of Chicago City Hall Thursday morning calling on the mayor and elected officials to do more to address gun violence. "The city must have a compressive, long-term strategy that addresses gun violence beyond the administration and staff turnover," said...
Bob-O’s is WGN Radio’s 2024 Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament Champion!
Rick Bartell, the owner of Bob-O’s Hot Dogs, joins Lisa Dent to talk about winning WGN Radio’s 2024 Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament with 62% of the vote. Thanks again to our sponsors, Turano Baking Company and Mauro Provisions, and thanks to the passionate Italian beef fans who accounted for 100,000 votes over the 3 weeks that our tournament took place.
Chicago Bears Working Out Free Agent Linebacker With 54 Tackles
The Chicago Bears are hosting free-agent linebacker Shaquille Quarterman for a workout, according to a report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Quarterman, 26, was originally chosen by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft and has appeared in 63 games. Through the first four seasons...
Dennis Quaid Takes to the Chicago Stage for a One-Night-Only Concert This Friday
Video: Dennis Quaid speaks with WTTW News reporter Angel Idowu about his upcoming Chicago concert. (WTTW News) Over the course of his career, Dennis Quaid has been known as a film star, acting in everything from “The Parent Trap” to “The Right Stuff.”. Now, he’s taking to...
Suburban man arrested for fatal shooting of 3-year-old in road rage incident: police
CHICAGO - A suburban man is behind bars for fatally shooting a 3-year-old boy during a road rage incident in September 2022, according to Chicago police. Chief of Detectives Antoinette Ursitti announced Govanni Hernandez's arrest during a press conference on Thursday. Hernandez, 32, is charged with the following:. One felony...
Beloved former Cub joining broadcast for next homestand
From 2015-20, Jon Lester made an indelible mark on Chicago Cubs fans. In his six years with the team, the lefthander went 77-44 with a 3.64 ERA and 940 strikeouts during the best run the franchise has had in a century. Lester’s playoff performances also stand out, as he allowed 20 runs in 70 total Read more... The post Jon Lester joining Marquee Network for next Cubs homestand appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Family Of Auburn Gresham Pastor Found In River Demands Investigators ‘Leave No Stone Unturned’
AUBURN GRESHAM — A plume of blue and silver balloons graced the sky Wednesday in Auburn Gresham as family and friends celebrated the late Rev. Warren Beard and demanded officials more aggressively investigate his death. The South Side pastor went missing July 2 after last being seen in suburban...
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