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The DNC awards: Best & worst moments from Chicago
Now that the Democratic National Convention has left Chicago and I've had time to catch up on sleep, here are my reflections and observations from a whirlwind of a week. Best speech: Not counting prime time (Michelle Obama is a poet), Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs told the Illinois delegation a harrowing story about his family's journey through a troubled pregnancy and why the hospitals near his downstate home wouldn't treat them. Worst speech: Any old white guy who tried to call and respond with the phrase "When we fight, we win."Best use of a rap song: UAW's Shawn Fain quoted...
Northwest Side businesses targeted by burglars: CPD
CHICAGO - Chicago police issued an alert after three businesses were broken into and burglarized Saturday morning on the Northwest Side. In each incident, four people wearing dark clothing broke the front glass door or a side window to a business and stole cash boxes and registers, police said. They then fled the scene in a red Hyundai Elantra.
I-55 Traffic Alert: Two Chicago Suspects Arrested Near Gardner After High-Speed Pursuit
Gardner, IL – Two Chicago men were arrested early Sunday following a high-speed chase on I-55 that ended near Gardner, according to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office. The pursuit, which reached speeds over 100 mph, began when a deputy attempted to stop a black Ford Edge near the 218-mile marker after receiving a broadcast about a wanted vehicle.
Tragic Last Days: Jesse Jackson, 82, Trapped in a Wheelchair, Struggling to Eat and Being Minded Around-The-Clock by Nurse and Two Aides
Iconic civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr now requires the assistance of a nurse and two aids as the political leader struggles to eat.RadarOnline.com can reveal the frail 82-year-old former firebrand was spotted confined to a wheelchair in a darkened restaurant at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place during the final day of the Democratic National Convention. Slowed by his waning health, the reverend tried to eat a breakfast of strawberries, grapes and cantaloupe.According to outlets, Jackson would stab his fork into a piece of fruit but take five to ten seconds to reach his lips. He would allegedly...
Chicago Weather: Cooling centers open in Chicago, suburbs; tips to stay safe in dangerous heat
As the temperatures rise, we've put together a list of cooling centers in Chicago and the suburbs, tips to keep cool and other resources to keep you safe in hot weather.COOLING CENTERS AND HOT WEATHER RESOURCESChicago residents can call 311 for information about city cooling centers or to request a well-being check for friends or family who may be affected by the heat.Cooling areas at the City's six community service centers are activated when the City's emergency response plan is in place or as conditions warrant. When online, cooling centers operate from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Mondays -...
The No. 1 ‘safest and richest' suburb in the country is in the Chicago area, new list says
The No. 1 "safest and richest" suburb in the nation is in the Chicago area, according to a new ranking. So is No. 2. The report, from GOBankingRates, analyzed cities across the nation through data points including average household income, total population, total households, cost of living indexes, crime rates and more, editors wrote.
One Important School Bus Safety Law Illinois Drivers Constantly Break
Schools are officially back in session in Illinois, so it's time for an important reminder about school bus safety laws and the one law Illinois drivers tend to break the most. My kids have been back to school for less than a week, and although they don't take the bus,...
Excessive heat warning in place for all of northern Illinois
For the third straight day, temperatures and heat indices increase at the Rockford Airport. This left high temperatures in the lower to mid 90s, and heat index values as high as 108°. Unfortunately, things look to remain hot and humid as we jump into Tuesday. Thus, the National Weather...
More Red Lobsters Closing In Illinois
More Red Lobsters restaurants are closing in Illinois. The seafood chain announced the company is rejecting the leases of an additional 23 locations by this Saturday. That include locations in Bourbonnais, Geneva, Peoria and Champaign. The closures join the more than 100 restaurants that Red Lobster closed earlier this summer during the company’s ongoing bankruptcy proceedings.
Central Illinois Schools close early, cancel activities due to heat
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — A heat wave has set into Central Illinois, and schools across the region are changing their schedule to keep the students safe from the hot weather. Danville Community Consolidated School District 118 announced they are holding an e-learning day Tuesday. “Due to the forecasted excessive heat on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, […]
Illinois Woman Goes Viral For Thrifting Hot Dog Soap Dispenser
Hi, it's me. I went viral for thrifting a soap dispenser disguised as a dog wearing a hot dog costume. This has to be the peak of my internet career. A few months ago, I made a TikTok that reached nearly 5 million views after I kept trying to say "Chicago Style Hot Dog" but instead it came out as "Shakyle Hophawg".
Walgreens teams with Bilt Rewards to roll out automatic FSA/HSA program
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens announced Monday a major expansion of its neighborhood rewards program through a strategic collaboration with Bilt Rewards. This cooperative program introduces an innovative "Automatic Healthcare Savings” program, marking the first time customers can effortlessly apply any network branded Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) benefits card to purchases at a major pharmacy chain.
Public service campaign blasts Kamala Harris’ electric vehicle agenda
(The Center Square) – It is Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s lofty goal to have one million electric vehicles on Illinois roads in less than six years, and now a public service campaign is critical of his political party’s EV agenda. The American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) has launched an ad campaign called “Driver’s Seat” […]
The Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook hosting dog adoption event
A suburban hotel is rolling out the red carpet to dogs who have spent nearly a year of their lives at a shelter in an effort to find them forever homes. They've got a special event coming up this week to encourage pet adoption.
Five New National Champions Crowned on Final Day of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions
Wayne, Ill. – The final day of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions brought the final five divisions to a close with new champions adding their names to the list of greats who have topped the classes at this prestigious event. Sunday at HITS Chicago Lamplight Equestrian Center featured a diverse cross-section of the classes offered at FOC, from young and developing horses to children and young riders and a dressage seat equitation final.
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