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TheeAllyE invites you to Indiana Pride of Color SUMMERFEST
Get ready for a day of fun, music, and celebration! Singer and songwriter TheeAllyE is excited to invite everyone to join her downtown on Monument Circle for the Indiana Pride of Color SUMMERFEST. This vibrant event promises great artists and a fantastic time for all. Indiana Pride of Color SUMMERFEST is more than just a […]
July 15th Storms Set New Record For Most Tornadoes in One Day
We all knew as it was happening that the storms on July 15th were not your typical, everyday storm system. The derecho brought not one, not two, but THIRTY ONE tornadoes in the NWS Chicago office’s coverage area, which is a new record. The previous record was 22 set during similar derecho events on June 30, 2014 and March 31st, 2023!
Indiana Tax Court Declares One-Acre Limit on Property Tax Cap Unconstitutional
Judge Justin McAdam of the Indiana Tax Court recently issued a significant ruling in the case of Dr. Tulsi and Kamini Sawlani v. Lake County Assessor, addressing the constitutionality of statutory tax caps under the Indiana Constitution. The Sawlanis, owners of a property in Crown Point, challenged the statutory provision...
Venezuelan community leader in Illinois remains hopeful as protests intensify
(The Center Square) – Venezuelans in Illinois are hoping for the best after the disputed election between President Nicolas Maduro and challenger Edmundo Gonzalez. Thousands of people have taken part in protests in Caracas and throughout Venezuela since the election on Sunday, July 28. Maduro’s government reported that more than 700 people have been detained. There are independent reports of up to 12 deaths. Election officials declared Maduro the winner...
Drug Impaired Driver Crashes into Cemetery
(Michigan City, IN) - Police say a driver was impaired when she crashed through the fence of a Michigan City graveyard. It happened about 9 p.m. on June 22 at Greenwood Cemetery. Michigan City Police said Debra Underwood, 35, crashed through the fence on the north side of the cemetery...
Oak Park approves Madison Street affordable housing development
Oak Park trustees approved the special use permit for an affordable housing development called “Keystone Apartments” for low-income residents at 1106 Madison Street. Housing Forward partnered with Interfaith Housing Development Corporation on this project, with a goal to open in 2026. The five-story residential building is expected to have 36 units: 12 studio apartments and the rest one-bedroom units. The site was formerly the location of Fellowship Christian Church.
NWS: Storm system misses Columbus Wednesday, storms still possible Thursday
While a strong storm system missed Columbus on Wednesday, strong to severe storms are still expected to move through the area Thursday, according to the National Weather Service in Wilmington. NWS Wilmington issued a hazardous weather outlook for Columbus and surrounding counties early Thursday morning, warning of strong to severe storms that have...
Monee Ordinance Requires Minors To Be Supervised
Now, minors under the age of 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult during limited times at some events in Monee, according to an ordinance adopted by the village board last week. The ordinance also stipulates only surgical N95 face masks will be allowed to be worn. Monee...
Biden Expected to Deliver Opening Night Speech at Democratic National Convention
President Joe Biden will most likely address the Democratic National Convention during primetime on opening night, according to “three sources familiar with the planning,” reported Tuesday by CNN. While the schedule was not finalized — save for the nominees’ acceptance speeches on the final two nights — CBS News spoke to “two sources familiar with […] The post Biden Expected to Deliver Opening Night Speech at Democratic National Convention first appeared on Mediaite.
Illinois police union withdraws grievance in Massey case
Ben Crump, an attorney representing Sonya Massey’s family has responded after a union filed a grievance on behalf of the former deputy who shot her and then withdrew it. A news conference was held at a church on Chicago’s West Side.
Indiana postsecondary institutions express concerns over high school diploma redesign proposal
INDIANAPOLIS — In the past several weeks, several Indiana postsecondary institutions have submitted letters to the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana Commission of Higher Education containing recommendations regarding the ongoing overhaul of the state’s high school diploma requirements. ”They were right on point with what I heard from several constituents in my own […]
Indiana State Police Seeking Applicants for 87th Recruit Academy
The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 87th Recruit Academy. Applications are being accepted for both traditional and lateral applicants, and the deadline to apply is October 13, 2024. What Are the Requirements to Become an Indiana State Police Trooper?. There are some non-negotiable requirements to become an...
DWD and Adult Education bring $35 million economic boost to Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS – New data shows enrollment in the state adult education program administered by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) topped 25,000 learners from July 2023 through July 2024, representing a 25% increase over two years. The Adult Education program helps Hoosiers increase skills, earn high school credentials...
‘SAD TO SEE IT GO’
GILMAN — The Gilman Star, a weekly newspaper covering western Iroquois County since 1869, is publishing its final edition on Wednesday, July 31. The Star’s closure represents the third of 2024 for a weekly newspaper in Illinois, which saw six weeklies close in 2023 and 15 in 2022, according to the Illinois Press Association’s Cindy Bedolli, citing data for only its member papers, with mergers not included. With this latest closure, there are now 374 Illinois Press Association member publications statewide — 330 weeklies to go with 44 dailies, defined as newspapers that produce a print or electronic edition more than three days a week.
Semi hauling sugar overturns on EB I-80 in Indiana, driver hospitalized, state police say
Two semis and a car crashed in northwest Indiana on Wednesday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash happened on the eastbound lanes of I-80/94 between Clay St and Ripley Street in Lake Station, according to Indiana State Police.Around 12:10 a.m. a semi-truck rolled off the highway, ABC7 Chicago learned the semi was hauling sugar.It took about two hours for EMS crews to get the driver out of the cab. The driver was airlifted to a hospital with minor injuries.Chopper 7 was over the scene around 6 a.m. As crews were working to upright the truck, traffic was slowly passing by.No other serious injuries were reported.TRAFFIC | See LIVE drive times near you
Westville Offender Charged in Fatal Prison Beating
(Westville, IN) - A Westville prison inmate is accused in the beating death of another offender. Donell Davis, 29, is charged in La Porte Superior Court 2 with murder and aggravated battery. Authorities said the victim, John Taylor, was beaten in the bathroom of a dormitory and his body dragged...
NW suburban driver killed in apparent road rage shooting: Police
Officers responded to Irving Park Road near Judd and found a man and a woman in a Nissan Sentra had been shot. Schiller Park Police said the driver was killed and his passenger was wounded but in stable condition.