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Baseball player caught in funny video thanks to incredible camera angle
A Chicago Cubs prospect is going viral after poor timing and an incredible camera angle resulted in a hilarious video. The post Baseball player caught in funny video thanks to incredible camera angle appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
‘No one asked’: Many West Side residents say they were left in dark about DNC plans
For the past half-century, Dee Henderson has lived in an old brick house a few hundred feet from the United Center. Henderson, 66, has raised her children and grandchildren in the house. She’s hosted parties for Chicago Bulls victories and spent summers on her back porch, sipping her favorite cocktail — Tito’s vodka, orange juice, grenadine and Sprite — and watching her kids play in an ...
‘Flight of Butterflies’ lands in local natural areas
The Washington Park and South Shore natural areas have a little more sparkle this summer following the installation of two butterfly sculptures by local artists Kahari Blackburn and Candace Hunter. The sculptures were installed this past April as part of “Flight of the Butterflies,” a project of the Chicago Park...
DNC Renaissance: Stars backing Harris could make Chicago the ‘party of the year’
Hollywood celebrities have long flocked to the Democratic Party‘s top campaign events in modern history. But with Vice President Kamala Harris likely to be the Democratic presidential nominee after President Joe Biden exited the race, the Democratic National Convention next month is sure to be one of the hottest places to spot several A-listers. The […]
Village of Plainfield, IL, Considering a 5% Self-Storage Sales Tax
The Plainfield, Illinois, Village Board is discussing whether to impose a 5% sales tax on self-storage rentals. Under the proposal, the facility operator would be responsible for maintaining records and making payments to the village, according to a source. The tax was proposed in a memo by Jake Melrose, development...
An Aurora music room will give free history lessons with upcoming screenings
The Venue in Aurora will offer two free movie nights this summer. The first one highlights “Woodstock.” This documentary illustrates the start of the 1960s counterculture movement. It includes include artist interviews, performances and more. The second film is “Cheat You Fair: The Story of Maxwell Street.”
From Georgia Southern to North Central College: Dr. Abiódún Gòkè-Pariolá appointed new president
The Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Dr. Abiódún “G-P” Gòkè-Pariolá as president of North Central College for a transitional period. The College’s Board does not anticipate beginning a national presidential search before spring 2026 so there can be a focus on important priorities facing the College and higher education at this time. G-P, as he is affectionately known, is a veteran higher education leader who has served as the College’s provost and vice president for academic affairs since 2015. “Over the past nine years at North Central College and throughout his 48-year career in higher education, Dr. Gòkè-Pariolá has demonstrated remarkable...
Oak Park works to expand ‘missing middle’ housing
Oak Park trustees have begun taking steps to add more affordable, “missing middle” housing options to the village. “Missing middle” housing is defined as “a range of house-scale buildings with multiple units – compatible in scale and form with detached single-family homes – located in a walkable neighborhood.”
WGN Radio competes in ‘WGN Summer Games’
In celebration of Paris 2024, WGN-TV’s WGN Morning News hosted a ‘WGN Summer Games’ at Bradley Place and invited WGN Radio to participate!. WGN Morning News shared video of the games which included a Relay Race, Breakdancing, Doughnut Pong, and Hobby Horse. Congratulations to Lou Manfredini, Jon...
Is There an Alligator in Lincoln Park’s North Pond? Witnesses Say Creature They’ve Dubbed ‘Muddy Waters’ Is Lurking But Confirmation Scarce
Tom Hildum knows people aren’t going to believe him. But the Auburn resident swears he’s seen an alligator in Lincoln Park’s North Pond. Not once, but twice. “I was skeptical too,” said Sheba Heard, Hildum’s wife of 16 years. Then she got a look at the creature herself, “tip to tail, skimming across the top of the water.”
Weekend in Chicago: Pierogi Fest, Wicker Park Fest and more
CHICAGO - If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend in the Chicagoland area, there are several festivals underway. The wackiest festival in America returns to Whiting, Ind. for its 30th year. The event kicked off on Friday morning and will run through Sunday. Pierogi Fest started with...
Newcomers vie for starting center position at Bears training camp
CHICAGO (CBS) –The Chicago Bears put on the pads for the first time this training camp on Friday and the energy levels were up, especially considering it was also the first practice fully open to fans."We're all in pads, finally. The offensive and defensive line especially have been anticipating this moment," said backup quarterback Tyson Bagent. "It's still the start of camp, so I think guys are out there really competing. Everybody's body feels pretty good right now, and yeah, you kind of expect that, especially with a team that's looking to compete this year and make some things happen."...
Chicago Bears release first unofficial depth chart
The first padded practice of the season is in the books and now the Chicago Bears have released their initial depth chart of the preseason. The chart doesn’t mean much and should be seen as “unofficial.” It contains few surprises for a team with very few starting position battles.
Sports Editor Dealing With Stage 5 Kidney Disease
Almost since he was born, Times-Union Sports Editor Connor McCann has had issues with his kidneys. Now, the 26-year-old, originally from Glenview, Ill., is hoping to find a donor. “I was born with two kidneys, only one of them functioning. One of them had problems and caused a bunch of...
Padres' Rumored Trade Target Wants Contract Extension if Dealt: Reports
Chicago White Sox starter Garrett Crochet is complicating trade talks ahead of the July 30 deadline by seeking a contract extension if he's traded to pitch in the postseason this year, according to sources.
Proposed NFL Trade Lands Bears ‘Menace’ Browns DT for Cheap
The Chicago Bears are optimistic that their young interior defensive linemen can take the next step for them during the 2024 season and boost their pass rush. Should the Bears reach the end of training camp and find they need another veteran in the room, though, a trade with the Cleveland Browns may suit their needs.
Simone Biles' Husband Reveals Their Pregame Ritual Before Each Gymnastics Event
Gymnast Simone Biles is the favorite to win the all-around competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics and will compete for the team gold alongside Jordan Chiles, Suni Lee, Jade Carey, and Hezly Rivera. Helping fuel her epic comeback to the sport after a tumultuous finish at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the ...
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