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Remembering the 1919 Chicago Race Riot
This week marked the 105th anniversary of the deadliest race riot in the nation’s history—the 1919 Chicago Race Riot. The tumult was born from a simmering stew of racial resentment caused by the steady migration of African Americans from southern cities into the northern “Promised Land.”. Between...
Missing 13-year-old Marrayalean Salgado: Search nears two-month mark
CHICAGO - The search for a missing teen on the city's Southwest Side is nearing the two-month mark. Marrayalean Salgado, 13, was reported missing June 14 from the 2400 block of South Spaulding Avenue, in the Little Village neighborhood, according to Chicago police. She's described as being 5-foot 2 with...
Cicada emergence may be linked to rash of mite bites
Just when you thought it was safe to go outside after the cicadas died off, there are pockets of people getting mysterious bug bites. Neighbors in west suburban Elmhurst have been complaining of itchy pink welts on their skin.
Broadway In Chicago to host free concert featuring 16 musicals in Millennium Park
The Broadway In Chicago Summer Concert is a highlight of the season, and it happens this Monday night!ABC7's Hosea Sanders got a preview of what viewers will see at the free musical extravaganza.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe theatre round-up happens every August at Millennium Park. The evening is bursting with the glorious soundtracks of Broadway hits.Attendees can grab a seat in the Pritzker Pavilion or find a spot on the lawn.Sanders will be hosting the event Monday night along with ABC7's Val Warner at Millennium Park.Broadway In Chicago's summer concert starts at 6:15 p.m. and...
Cause of death revealed for 3 great horned owls found dead in Lincoln Park
CHICAGO - The official cause of death has been revealed for the three great horned owls found dead in Lincoln Park earlier this year. All three owls — an adult male, an adult female and a baby — died from rodenticide toxicosis, which is poisoning caused by rat poison.
Hire 360, connects Chicago area candidates with careers in the trades
Electricians, carpenters, plumbers, and many more hard-working Americans are members of trade unions.CBS News Chicago found a nonprofit organization that connects minority candidates with the jobs of their dreams, including one young man who said it helped him find his life's calling.Nicolas Gamino said working as an apprentice electrician is more than a job."I like wiring," he said. "You get to see the little details."It's a nonstop education."When you think you have a grasp of everything you're doing, you just get hit with something new and it's like, wow," Gamino said.He said it feels like he's learning something new every...
Chicago youth battle it out in annual ‘Hoops in the Hood’ citywide championship
CHICAGO — Some of the best young ball players in Chicago battled it out on Friday night for the “Hoops in the Hood” citywide championship. It all went down at Seward (William) Park on the Near North Side as 400 kids from 14 different neighborhoods played their hearts out in the last games of the […]
Chicago’s DNC countdown begins with pep rally: Gov. Pritzker, local leaders highlight economic impact
CHICAGO - The Democratic National Convention Host Committee marked the final countdown to this year’s historic convention with a spirited pep rally on Friday. Hosted by Choose Chicago, the event brought together key officials and collaborators, including Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, who addressed attendees. LINK: https://www.choosechicago.com/. "From the beginning...
Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard nowhere to be found after report reveals huge village debt
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A day after a report on a probe of the village's finances found south suburban Dolton is more than $3.5 million in the red, Mayor Tiffany Henyard – who is accused of misusing taxpayer money – was nowhere to be found.Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, who was hired by the village board to investigate Henyard's handling of village finances, released preliminary findings that the village is not only in significant debt, but that credit card spending is out of control.Henyard hasn't responded to requests for comment, and wasn't at Dolton Village Hall on Friday. Her office did...
Pastor Embraces Call to Build 300 Homes; ‘Tears Come to Their Eyes When You Hand Them the Key’
In 2011, Christ Church in Lake Forest sought to bless the families of North Chicago. David Weil, then its executive pastor, felt God stir his heart to lead that effort. He walked into Senior Pastor Mike Woodruff’s office. “We’re out in the streets expressing God’s love for people,” says...
The NFL world is laughing after Justin Fields unsurprising performance
The Pittsburgh Steelers will start one of Justin Fields or Russell Wilson to open up the 2024 NFL Season, but Fields could now be even further behind. The NFL world got a first-time glimpse of Justin Fields playing in a game for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the former Chicago Bears 2021 first-round pick really did not do much to cement any sort of confidence in his team.
Our Chicago: New Rules For Real Estate Commission
Things are about to change when it comes to buying and selling a home.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchStarting Saturday, August 17, 2024, new rules will take effect regarding real estate commissions.The change comes as part of a settlement of class action lawsuits filed by homeowners against the National Association of Realtors.Those lawsuits claimed homeowners were forced to pay inflated commissions to sell their homes.The National Association of Realtors has denied any wrongdoing."As a result of the NAR settlement, buyers are going to be asked to sign a representation agreement with the brokerage where their agent...
Former 2nd-Round Pick Named ‘Best Kept Secret’ on Bulls’ Roster
The Chicago Bulls will have a new-look backcourt in 2024-25, adding Josh Giddey to incumbent Coby White. Former starting point guard Lonzo Ball is also on track to make his return to the court after two years of rehabbing a knee injury. Alex Caruso is gone, though, traded to the...
Announcers make fun of fan's stupid decision
If MLB fans take one thing away from Friday and Saturday’s games, let it be this. Stay off of the field. A fan running onto the field during the ninth inning of Friday’s game between the Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants was mocked by both team’s announcers — and rightly so. That wasn’t enough Read more... The post MLB announcers narrate fan injuring himself jumping onto field appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Terisa Griffin Celebrates 18 Years of ‘Better Love Yourself Trunk Party’ at Malcolm X College
Terisa Griffin hosted her iconic “Better Love Yourself Trunk Party” at Malcolm X College, providing essential supplies and workshops for college-bound students and their parents (Photo Courtesy of Terisa Griffin). Back-to-school season is upon us, from daycare to college. Regardless of the level, many resources in our community...
Secrets behind Tom Brady’s NFL longevity revealed and how No.1 pick Caleb Williams is using same trainer for diet
TOM Brady has credited the TB12 Method for his long and illustrious career in the NFL. Now Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is looking to follow in Brady’s footsteps by adopting the lifestyle program ahead of his rookie season. The No. 1 NFL Draft pick has already been in contact with Brady’s former trainer, Alex Guerrero, as he gets ready for life […]
Dozens take to Chicago streets to protest Israeli airstrike in Gaza
CHICAGO (CBS) — Dozens of protesters took to the streets of Chicago Saturday, demanding an end to the war in Gaza. This comes after an Israeli airstrike hit a school-turned-shelter in Gaza, killing at least 80 Palestinians and wounding nearly 50 more, according to Palestinian health authorities. It's one of the deadliest attacks of the 10-month war. Protesters in the Loop said this is likely their last protest before the Democratic National Convention comes to Chicago in just 10 days, but they are ready to march again if needed. Organizers say the plaza at the corner of Michigan and Ida B. Wells...
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