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Home Sweet Home Chicago (08/24/24): Wendy Snyder with Rose Pest Solutions’ Janelle Iaccino, Miracle Method’s David Haas, Roy Spencer of Perma-Seal Basement Systems, and MegaPros Jeremy
Wendy Snyder (in for David Hochberg) started off this week’s show by chatting with Rose Pest Solutions’ Marketing Director Janelle Iaccino about the recent mite problems that people have been experiencing. Next, Miracle Method’s David Haas joined the show to talk about how they utilize AquaGrip technology. Then, Founder and President of Perma-Seal Basement Systems’ Roy Spencer shares why proper attic insulation is so important. And, throughout the show, listeners call in asking their questions and getting the information they need for the best outcome!
Serial burglar ditched ankle monitor on Chicago expressway, then committed more burglaries, prosecutors say
CHICAGO — A three-time convicted burglar is accused of cutting off his electronic monitoring bracelet, which authorities found lying on the Dan Ryan Expressway, and going on the lam for months. Chicago police finally caught up with 64-year-old Jose Flores after a business owner who recognized him near the...
Father Pfleger fires back at JD Vance's criticism of Chicago
CHICAGO - Gun violence in Chicago and across the nation took center stage this week, both at the Democratic National Convention and at events held by the Republican Party ticket. Ahead of his community event this weekend, Father Michael Pfleger joined the national conversation, responding to remarks made by Republican...
Black Woman Alleges She Overheard Staffing Agency Workers Refer To Her As ‘White Trash’
Ashley Chapman, a Black woman from Chicago, filed a discrimination complaint against a staffing agency after allegedly overhearing employees call her “white trash” on a voicemail, WGN TV reports. Chapman searched for employment after moving to the Windy City from North Dakota. After enlisting the help of a...
Bears Predicted to Part Ways With 5th-Year QB in Favor of Rookie
The Chicago Bears have roughly four days to figure out which players will make their initial 53-man roster to start the 2024 season, and one writer predicted Bears rookie quarterback Austin Reed will win out over veteran Brett Rypien. The Bears have easy decisions to make about the top two...
32-year-man killed, 2 others injured in overnight shooting in Humboldt Park, police say
CHICAGO — A 32-year-old man was killed in a shooting that injured two other people overnight in Humboldt Park on the city’s Northwest Side. According to Chicago police, the victims were standing in the street in the 1700 block of North Harding Avenue around 2:30 a.m. Sunday when shots were fired by an unknown offenders […]
The DNC put Chicago in the limelight, but it also emptied the Loop of office workers, hurting some restaurants. ‘It was mostly a bad week.’
Chicago stepped into the limelight this week as host of the Democratic National Convention, with Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Democratic Party winning praise for hosting an event without serious disruptions. But even though the roughly 50,000 attendees enjoyed raucous nights at the United Center, parties on Navy Pier and perfect sunny days, many downtown business owners said it was a tough ...
Prep sports recap for Aug. 23, 2024
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The high school football season in Illinois officially kicks off on Aug. 30. But some teams got a jump start on the season playing ‘Week Zero’ games Friday night. The Illinois High School Association now allows teams to play limited scrimmages against an opponent. Each team is allowed 12 offensive plays […]
3 injured in Lawndale shooting, Chicago police say
Three people were injured, including a teen, in a shooting Saturday on the city's West Side.The shooting happened around 8:07 p.m. in the 3600 block of West Douglas Boulevard, Chicago police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe three victims were walking on a sidewalk when they were shot. The circumstances of the shooting was not immediately known, police said.A 33-year-old man was shot in the chest, police said. He was taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital in critical condition.A 22-year-old man was shot in the leg and a 17-year-old boy was shot in the groin, police said. They were also taken to Mt. Sinai, where they were both reported to be in fair condition.No one was in custody as Chicago police continue to investigate.No further information was immediately available.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Man shot, killed inside car on Chicago's Southwest Side: police
CHICAGO - A man has died after being gunned down inside his car on Chicago's Southwest Side, according to police. The incident happened at 7:17 p.m. Saturday in the 7200 block of S. Washtenaw, in the Brighton Park neighborhood. The victim, a 21-year-old man, was inside a vehicle when he...
Star Awards Night by Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) Shines Bright with Bollywood star Jaya Prada and Sparsh Shah
The Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), under the visionary leadership of Sunil Shah, Chairman and Founder of FIA, hosted a spectacular evening of celebration and recognition at the prestigious Star Awards Night on August 16, 2024, at the Matrix Club in Naperville. The event was a grand success, bringing together leaders, influencers, and community members to honor outstanding achievements across various categories.
Trackhouse to Field Three Fulltime Cup Teams in 2025, adding van Gisbergen as No. 88
CONCORD, N.C. (WCYB) — Trackhouse Racing announced Saturday that it has acquired a third charter for the three-time Supercars champion - joining Ross Chastain and Daniel Suárez in the team’s 2025 Cup Series lineup. What started as a one-off race has turnedinto a full time NASCAR Cup...
MSNBC Guest Brags About DNC’s ‘USA’ Chants, Remarkably Claims ‘You’re Not Seeing That From The Other Side’
Tara Setmayer claimed that the DNC convention in Chicago had more chants of "USA" and other signs of patriotism than the RNC convention back in July. The post MSNBC Guest Brags About DNC’s ‘USA’ Chants, Remarkably Claims ‘You’re Not Seeing That From The Other Side’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Chicago Public Schools teachers, students prepare for start of new school year on Monday
With school starting on Monday for Chicago Public Schools students, some teachers are doing their back-to-school shopping Saturday. “Two of my friends, we come every year and it’s great because you can truly get everything you need and kind of everything that you run out of toward the end of the year,” teacher Ken Lowndes said.
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