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Joe and Jill Biden Tear Up as President Takes Stage for DNC Address To Pass Torch to Kamala Harris
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden could be seen tearing up at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago on Monday. The post Joe and Jill Biden Tear Up as President Takes Stage for DNC Address To Pass Torch to Kamala Harris first appeared on Mediaite.
Teen shot after argument leads to shooting at Chicago Ridge Mall parking lot, police say
An argument that started inside the Chicago Ridge Mall ended in a shooting near the parking lot on Saturday, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFour people were in an argument inside Dick's Sporting Goods, and it ended in a fight between two of them outside at 9800 S. Ridgeland Avenue.The shooting happened around 7:10 p.m. Chicago Ridge Police said four shots were fired.A 17-year-old was shot in the torso. He was taken to the hospital and released after treatment.The teenager who reportedly fired the weapon was also 17.Police said the suspect was taken to the hospital and also released after treatment. The extent of his injuries is unknown.Chicago Ridge Police recovered the handgun used during the shooting.The suspect is now facing two felony charges for aggravated battery with a firearm and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.He was being held pending his detention hearing.Police did not identify the suspect or victim due to their age.
Popular Fast-Food Chain Suddenly Closes Illinois Stores Permanently
Families looking forward to their favorite fast-food meal after work today were disappointed when they discovered 'CLOSED' signs on the door. According to a post on the Loves Park Neighborhood Watch Group Facebook page, at least four locations of KFC restaurants have shut their doors for good. A letter posted...
Live in Illinois? Your Social Security Number Probably Stolen Now
Do you live in Illinois? Then you have a very good reason to be concerned. Thanks to a class-action lawsuit, it's been revealed that a background check company had a data breach which compromised nearly 3 billion social security numbers and includes every single citizen in the Land of Lincoln.
Local dispensaries receive social equity loans
CHICAGO (WAND) — Several central Illinois dispensaries have received loans through the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program. Last week, Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced the recipients of $5.5 million in loans. Altogether, 23 licensed social equity dispensaries are receiving $240,000 Direct Forgivable Loans (DFL) financed by the State of Illinois.
Many Say These Illinois Grasslands are a Hidden National Treasure
It's easy to take for granted something that's practically in your own backyard, but Illinois really does have a special place that many sadly overlook. Those that have visited it say it's one of America's hidden and underrated national treasures and they're not wrong. I had to be reminded of...
Aldi Vegetables Sold In Illinois Raised To Class-1 Recall Status
My wife said this to me the other day: "Is it my imagination, or are we getting food recall warnings and notices just about every day lately, and don't most of them have something to do with listeria?" She's not wrong. From deli meat to vegetables, over the last few...
East Central Illinois plumber wins international title
SNS — In a remarkable achievement just five years into his plumbing career, Andrew Hall, a resident of East Central Illinois, has been recognized as one of the best in the industry after clinching the union’s International Apprentice Contest. Hall, a member of United Association Local 149, triumphed over competitors from the U.S., Canada, and Australia last week, marking the first international title in Local 149's history. His victory came after a grueling week of written tests, hands-on projects, and interviews with top international leaders in the field. Previously, Hall had already secured victories in local, state, and district competitions, which...
Caleb Williams Sends Message to Bears OL After Sack in Bengals Win
Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams took his first sack of his NFL career during August 17’s preseason win over the Cincinnati Bengals, but he made a point of blaming himself, not his offensive line, in the postgame. Williams spoke about the Bears offense’s rough start following their 27-3...
The Angel Reese hate needs to stop immediately after her latest WNBA double-double feat
Yes, I’ve seen all your compilations of Angel Reese missing shots close to the hoop for the Chicago Sky, and all the hate about her game online. But you know what? She’s laughing all the way to the hoop when she grabs yet another rebound, putting together another double-double.
Labor unions to get prime billing on first night of DNC
Leaders of several of the largest labor unions in the country will have speaking slots during primetime at the Democratic National Convention on Monday in Chicago, as the party continues its political overtures to a crucial voting block.According to details first shared with CBS News, at least seven labor union representatives will deliver remarks Monday on the convention stage. This includes United Automobile Workers President Shawn Fain, Service Employees International Union President April Verrett, and American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees President Lee Saunders. Laborers' International Union of North America President President Brent Booker, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers...
Wisconsin highlighted at DNC forum
CHICAGO — While not an official event connected to the Democratic National Convention, an Illinois political forum Monday demonstrated that both Illinois and Wisconsin will play prominent roles in the November election. Organized by the Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University and WisPolitics.com, the forum featured a well know Wisconsin political analyst, Jeff Mayers, the founder of WisPolitics.com. “There are basically two things to watch if the...
4 Illinois KFC fast-food locations abruptly close Monday morning
ILLINOIS (WMBD) — Four KFC fast-food locations in Illinois abruptly closed Monday morning, according to former restaurant employees. Eighteen-year-old Andrew Bush, a former restaurant employee of about a year-and-a-half, said he received a call from his corporate KFC district manager at about 9 a.m. Monday regarding the permanent closure of the Washington, Illinois, location. The restaurant is located at 1106 Peoria Street.
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