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Latest news from Evanston: Your Monday daily digest
Newsletter images missing? Read this on the web instead. Good Monday morning, Evanston. “I looked for something colorful, a little hippie-ish,” said Jay Woldenberg, pictured above wearing a fringed tie-die T-shirt and matching hat at Disco in the Park Friday night at the James Park soccer field. “It seemed appropriate.” (Watch Richard Cahan’s video of the party.)
Fire in 2300 block of Noyes injures one, displaces 14
Evanston Firefighters responded to reports of a fire on the second floor of a multi-family high-rise structure at 2300 Noyes Court last night at approximately 10:40 p.m. Fire companies arrived within minutes and observed occupants evacuating from the structure. Although no smoke or fire was seen from the exterior, the response for high-rise complexes is automatically upgraded to a Working Fire so additional resources can assist with on-scene operations.
An Immersive Oasis Celebrating Middle Eastern Cuisine Opens in North Park
Known for doing the absolute most when it comes to restaurant design, CH Projects will undoubtedly be dropping jaws when it opens its latest enterprise — a Middle Eastern restaurant and bar called Leila — this Wednesday, July 31 in North Park. The multi-sensory experience begins as you...
Man Shot Near Downtown Parking Garage, Found By Casino
On July 29, 2024, at 5:08 a.m., Officers responded to Harrah’s Casino (151 North Joliet Street) for a male that had arrived at this location after reportedly being shot at a different location in downtown Joliet. Upon arrival, Officers located a 37-year-old male who had sustained a gunshot wound to each of his legs. The victim was transported to Ascension St Joseph Medical Center by the Joliet Fire Department. The victim’s injuries are considered to be non-life threatening.
Critical Injuries in Newport Township Crash as Lake County Sheriff Investigates U-Turn Collision
Newport Township, IL (WLIP)—Lake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious crash in Newport Township involving a sedan and an SUV. The crash occurred on Saturday around 10:15 a.m.near Russell and Frontage Roads when the SUV, driven by a 27-year-old man from Schaumburg, attempted a U-turn and was struck by the sedan, driven by a 21-year-old man from Zion.
Record-breaking tornado outbreak struck Chicagoland on July 15
CHICAGO - On the evening of July 15, a powerful complex of thunderstorms swept through Chicagoland, producing widespread damaging winds and a record-breaking 31 tornadoes. This outbreak marks the most prolific tornado event in the history of the Chicago National Weather Service (NWS) forecast area. The previous record for a single event was 22 tornadoes, set during the June 30, 2014, and March 31, 2023, outbreaks.
Central Illinois Braces for Heat and Storms: Dense Fog North of I-72 This Morning
Central Illinois – A Heat Advisory has been issued today for areas from Macomb to Effingham southward, as these regions are least likely to be affected by clouds and thunderstorms during the afternoon. Expansion of the advisory into Wednesday is expected. According to the US National Weather Service Central...
'This is a danger to our children': Missouri police chiefs continue to push for Delta-8 regulation
EUREKA, Mo. — This week, Today in St. Louis is digging into the psychoactive hemp product, Delta-8, and the push from many to get it regulated. Police chiefs across Missouri described Delta-8 as "dangerous." The intoxicating substance is extracted from hemp and mixed with chemicals to create a high.
Illinois abortion clinics brace for another surge after Iowa abortion law takes effect
Demand for abortions in Illinois continues to surge. According to the latest available data from the Illinois Department of Public Health, between 2015 and 2022, there are five times as many people traveling from out of state to Illinois for abortion care. On Monday, Iowa's strict abortion ban went into...
Local Softball Players Help Illinois Advance to Little League Senior Softball World Series
The team representing Illinois in the Little League Senior Softball Central Region Tournament in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, won the tourney title on Friday afternoon. Illinois ran the table in the tournament, going (4-0) and defeating Ohio 9-2 in the championship game. West Central High School senior-to-be Addie Seitz and Macomb High...
Major Structure Fire in Pleasant Prairie Extinguished with Mutual Aid; One Minor Injury Reported
Pleasant Prairie, WI (WLIP)—A structure fire occurred in Pleasant Prairie Sunday morning, requiring a defensive attack due to structural instability. The fire, reported at 07:07 AM, was extinguished by 10:30 AM, with multiple agencies assisting and only one minor injury reported. The cause is under investigation, and the affected...
Authorities Search for Driver After Hit-and-Run at Silver Lake Motel
Salem Lakes, WI (WLIP)–Authorities are searching for a pickup truck driver who crashed into the Silver Lake Motel in Salem Lakes and fled the scene on foot Saturday night. The incident was reported at 8:42 p.m. at the motel located at 217 North Cogswell Drive. No one inside the...
Motorcyclist Injured After Striking School Bus on Interstate 94 in Somers
Somers, WI (WLIP)–A motorcyclist suffered non-life-threatening injuries after striking a school bus in Somers on Interstate 94. According to the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department, the crash occurred at 7:39 p.m. on Friday when two southbound motorcycles reportedly weaving at a high rate of speed when one motorcyclist changed lanes and hit the rear of the bus, which was also traveling southbound.
Wisconsin boosts investment in coastal communities
Coastal communities across Wisconsin are getting a funding boost to bolster local economies, natural resources and quality of life. About $1.3 million in grants are going to areas along the Great Lakes. That includes larger cities - like Kenosha, Milwaukee and Sheboygan - and small towns like Gibraltar in Door County.
Photos: Evanston Pride Community Picnic
Elected officials, activists and residents from all across Chicagoland descended on Ridgeville Park last Saturday, July 27 for the annual Evanston Pride LGBTQIA+ Community Picnic celebrating the queer community. Check out the scene by scrolling through the gallery of photos by Karie Angell Luc below. 1 / 9. Christian Lopez,...
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