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As Tent City Grows In Humboldt Park, Alderperson Aims To Open Homeless Shelter Nearby
HUMBOLDT PARK — Humboldt Park’s alderwoman is making strides in bringing a homeless shelter to the area to help people who have been staying at the park. Ald. Jessie Fuentes (26th) has worked with various city departments to open a non-congregate homeless shelter since last year. Last month, she started a petition urging the city to invest in buying and rehabbing a building for that purpose, identifying a building at 2704 W. North Ave. as a possible site.
Two Juveniles Charged in Armed Robbery on Chicago's North Side
Two male juveniles have been charged in connection with the armed robbery of a 14-year-old boy in Chicago, according to a press release from the Chicago Police Department. The incident, which involved a display of firepower, including a machine gun, occurred in the 5100 block of N. Sheridan. The suspects are aged 16 and 15, respectively.
Column: Caleb Williams has the Chicago Bears’ 3 star wide receivers, but throwing to running backs can lead to wins
On the first snap of 7-on-7 action Sunday morning, Caleb Williams dropped back, took a quick glance at his primary read and delivered the ball to running back D’Andre Swift, a check-down target, for a short and tidy gain. It’s not a play that would have induced large applause if the Chicago Bears had a public crowd at their second training camp practice at Halas Hall — this was a closed ...
1 fatally struck by car on South Side, Chicago police say
A person was struck and killed by a car on the South Side Monday morning, Chicago police said.A 22-year-old man was driving north in the 11500-block of Vincennes Avenue when police said he felt his vehicle hit something on the road.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe man got out of his car and found a male victim on the ground, police said. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.Investigators said the victim may have been laying in the street before he was hit.No citations were issued and Area Two detectives are investigating.
Endangered Piping Plover Chick Named 'Nagamo' Thrives at Chicago's Montrose Beach Dunes
The Montrose Beach dunes have witnessed a bittersweet development in the saga of Chicago's adored endangered species, the piping plovers. A sole survivor from a full clutch of eggs has taken a significant step into the limelight, bearing the name Nagamo—an Ojibwe term meaning "he/she sings," according to a recent announcement by the Chicago Bird Alliance, alongside the Chicago Ornithological Society and the Illinois Ornithological Society. The unique moniker, chosen through a culturally reflective process and submitted by one Mike Doty, is a direct nod to this chick's vocal presence on the Chicago beaches, complementing the species' scientific name Charadrius melodus, as reported by the Chicago Sun-Times.
Lainey Wilson and more: Country Thunder at Twin Lakes
Country Thunder now has multiple locations across America, but there’s always something special about the Twin Lakes, Wisconsin edition, especially considering it’s one of the longest-running festival traditions of its kind, dating back to 1996. Top tier artists for 2024 included the “Whirlwind” of superstar Lainey Wilson and...
Bears star has clear demand from team
The Chicago Bears are a young team that is full of potential, but star cornerback Jaylon Johnson is tired of hearing about the team’s potential. He wants results. During a recent interview, Jaylon Johnson made it clear that he is tired of only being on a team that has a lot of potential and instead wants to be on a team that actually wins games.
After 3 are shot, city forces Lyon’s Den hookah lounge to close
CHICAGO — The city has forced a troubled hookah lounge to close after three people were shot outside the business on Friday. It was the second shooting at the venue, which lies on the border of West Town and Wicker Park, in 18 months. Sunday afternoon, plywood covered the...
Argument on CTA platform turns violent: Woman injured, suspect in custody
CHICAGO - An argument on a Chicago Transit Authority platform turned violent, leaving one person injured and another person in custody. The incident happened at 3:30 p.m. Sunday in the 300 block of S. Dearborn Street. A 22-year-old woman was arguing with a 55-year-old man while on a CTA Blue...
Over a year in office, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s campaign coffers still buoyed by unions
Since his election as mayor of Chicago in April last year, Brandon Johnson has raised $2.6 million, nearly half of which has come from a variety of labor organizations — some of them key backers from his election campaign, others that came around afterward. The progressive first-term mayor’s continued reliance on union support is no surprise after his campaign was mostly bankrolled by major ...
Illinois best friends who always told each other 'I love you' die together driving to Cardinals game
Teagan Kelley and Ashton Jackson had been inseparable since kindergarten and were on their way to a Cardinals game when their car hit another and swerved off the road and into a pole.
Jonathan Toews issues a message to Blackhawks fans for first time in years
A couple seasons ago, Jonathan Toews retired as the Captain of the Chicago Blackhawks. But that doesn't stop the love the Hawks fans have for Toews, and the love Toews has for the city. During his time in Chicago, Toews brought home three Stanley Cups, in 2010 beating the Philadelphia...
‘Red, white, and black’ – July presentation on woodpeckers at Sand Ridge Nature Center
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (July 21, 2024) – An interesting and educational seminar on woodpeckers, “Red, White and Black,” was presented on Saturday, July 13, at Sand Ridge Nature Center, located at 15891 Paxton Avenue in South Holland. The seminar was conducted by M.J. and Nick P. inside a classroom, though they also gave an outdoor guided walk on two different trails.
Potentially Severe Mosquito-borne Illness Confirmed in Illinois
It was simply a matter of time. With the number of mosquitos that seem to take over Illinois and Missouri during the summertime, the fact that a potentially severe mosquito-borne illness is now confirmed in the area should not come as a surprise. The Illinois Department of Public Health said...
Gov. Pritzker, Illinois Democratic leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and state Democratic Party leaders endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president Monday, one day after President Joe Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Harris himself.
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
Don’t Go in the Water – 38 Illinois Places Have Swimming Warnings
Summertime is all about getting outside and enjoying the nice weather and swimming is a vital part of that. However, there are now 38 places in Illinois that now have urgent swimming warnings about staying out of the water. As a general rule, I check the Illinois Beach Guard System...
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