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VIDEO: Illinois Republicans decry Biden’s border policies, Chicago crime
(The Center Square) – Illinois Republicans are making the case for more public safety in the Land of Lincoln while attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Tuesday’s theme at the RNC was “Make America Safe Again.” Earlier in the day, Illinois Republicans gathered for their breakfast off site. U.S. Rep. Mary Miller, R-Hindsboro, said the Biden administration’s open border is allowing crime, drugs, human trafficking and terrorists in. ...
Damage assessed after storm complex sweeps parts of the Midwest; Pattern change here brings cooler and comfortable conditions
FEELS COOLER Clouds have arrived Tuesday afternoon, but we remain rain/storm free. The reduction in temperatures &and humidity Tuesday are welcome despite still being warm and sticky. It felt as much as 20° cooler than Monday (2nd image below) when heat index was well over 100°. STORM CLEAN UP UNDERWAY We faired very well despite […]
Big East Basketball: Ranking the top 20 transfers for the 2024-2025 season
17. Layden Blocker (DePaul) The DePaul rebuild is going to be the most interesting one to watch in all of college basketball, and the Layden Blocker addition is a huge part of that. With that experienced Arkansas team, he did not get a ton of playing time to go out and shine, but he did play in 27 games and started in five of them. He had some performances here and there where he showed his potential, like one against Florida where he had 14 points off 4-of-7 shooting along with four rebounds and two steals. His game is well-rounded, but it will take a great coach to put it together and make that work.
Chicago weather: Sunshine, mild stretch to round out the week
CHICAGO - Today will be partly to mostly sunny with humidity levels decreasing during the day across the Chicago area. Highs will reach the lower 80s. Tonight will be delightful as lows drop into the lower 60s with some suburbs in the upper 50s. Thursday looks spectacular under sunny skies...
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
Has There Ever Been a Shark Attack in Illinois?
There is a rare species of shark that can survive in salt and fresh water but did one attack a boy in Lake Michigan near Chicago?. I'm not going to lie, I was watching Shark Week stuff on TV and wondered if there had ever been a shark attack in any bodies of water in Illinois. I know just mentioning it sounds ridiculous, but I have Googled stranger things.
The Fresh Factory Expands Operations with New 56,000 SF Facility in Downers Grove, Illinois
CAROL STREAM, IL / ACCESSWIRE / July 9, 2024 / The Fresh Factory B.C. Ltd. (TSXV:FRSH)(FRA:Q4Z) ('The Fresh Factory' or the 'Company'), a mission-driven company for fresh, clean-label, and better-for-you food and beverage brands, today announced the signing of a new lease agreement for a state-of-the-art 56,000-square-foot facility located in Downers Grove, Illinois. This strategic expansion is expected to significantly enhance The Fresh Factory's production capabilities and streamline its operations, positioning the Company for future growth.
Madigan lawyers seek dismissal of 14 counts against ex-House speaker, citing Supreme Court ruling
Lawyers for Michael Madigan have asked a federal judge to dismiss 14 criminal counts against the former Illinois House speaker, arguing they have been “upended” by a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in an Indiana corruption case. U.S. District Judge John Blakey did not address Madigan’s 73-page motion...
Illinois dam fails, residents told to evacuate area
Thunderstorms with heavy rains and tornadoes rattled the Chicago area and elsewhere in the Midwest, overtopping a dam Tuesday in southern Illinois, cutting power to hundreds of thousands, and even sending weather forecasters scrambling for safety. A woman in Indiana died after a tree fell onto a home.
Caleb Williams hosts Caleb Cares Foundation event before rookie Bears season
Chicago Bears NFL rookie quarterback Caleb Williams introduced his Caleb Cares Foundation to Chicago. Caleb hosted nearly 700 youths from 12 Chicago-area schools at the Dr. Conrad Worrill Track and Field Center at Gately Park on the city’s South Side. Williams spoke to the students about anti-bullying, mental health...
WNBA Facing Major Backlash for Chennedy Carter's All-Star Status Following Victory over Aces
The Chicago Sky had one of their most impressive victories of the season against the Las Vegas Aces as they looked like the better team from start to finish. While Angel Reese had a solid game, it was another star player on the Sky that took over which led to their victory. Chennedy Carter ...
NU to use lakefill as tailgating space for home football games
Northwestern plans to convert its lakefill into a ticketed tailgating and watch party space for home football games played at the temporary lakefront field over the next two seasons, while also allowing fan tailgating at several parking areas on and around campus, the university’s Athletics Department announced Tuesday. Dubbed...
Angel Reese Receives Big News From Iconic Rapper
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese was recently named dropped in Lil Durk's upcoming song with YTB Fatt. The Chicago rapper sent a shoutout to the Sky, as well as the first-year star out of LSU while recording a music video for the song. Lil Durk and YTB Fatt were filmed recording the music video ...
Dixmoor works to fix water main breaks, village says it needs financial help
South suburban Dixmoor continues to be plagued by water main breaks, including several in the last few days. Village leaders say it will keep happening unless Dixmoor gets a lot of financial help.
Bally’s changes hotel location at Chicago casino project
Bally’s Corp. has made some changes to its ambitious 30-acre Chicago casino development, including plans for its hotel. The project is still getting a 500-key hotel. However, in the latest design update, the tower has been moved to sit along the southern end of the future Bally’s Chicago Casino, near Ohio Street along the Chicago River, pending approval by the Chicago Department of Planning & Development, Bally’s detailed in a release. The hotel was moved due to unforeseen underground infrastructure, Bally’s said.
Mayor Johnson on more funding for West Side residents impacted by last summer’s flooding
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson joins Lisa Dent to explain how his administration was able to secure an additional $5 million for the flood assistance repair program to help West Side residents, mainly seniors, impacted by last summer’s floods. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka
‘All I had time to say was run’: Broadview resident recalls seeing tornado moments before it hit
BROADVIEW, Ill. — The National Weather Service confirmed at least one EF-0 tornado touched down in Broadview Monday night, and one resident talked about how he saw the tornado moments before it tore off the roof of his apartment building. The largest extent of the damage could be seen near South 25th Avenue and Roosevelt […]
Dr. Jim Adams on the impact of ‘vicarious trauma’
Dr. Jim Adams, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to explain what vicarious trauma is and how individuals can be impacted mentally by widespread violence. Dr. Adams also answers other health-related questions from WGN Radio listeners. “Better knowledge means better health for you and your family. Turn...
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