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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,...
Cook County treasurer introduces free Payment Plan Calculator for property taxes
A new online tool to help residents pay Cook County property taxes will be available on Friday.The Payment Plan Calculator is free, and will help homeowners design payment plans.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchCook County Treasurer Maria Pappas' goal is to help homeowners who are struggling with their bills.READ ALSO | Cook County Assessor to correct thousands of property tax assessment errors in south, west suburbsThe calculator is designed to help taxpayers manage incremental payments over time, so that their tax bill is fully paid before the Annual Tax Sale.Last year, the Illinois General Assembly created...
WHEN DOES A TRAFFIC STOP BECOME AN ARREST?
If you are stopped for a traffic offense or DUI, an arrest occurs the moment you are no longer free to leave. This moment matters because an officer must have probable cause to arrest you. If not, an attorney may petition the court to suppress the evidence from your arrest.
Thieves use pick axe, sledgehammer to break into CBD dispensary on Chicago's North Side, second break-in reported minutes later
CHICAGO (CBS) — Thieves used a pick axe and a sledgehammer to break into a CBD dispensary in Lincoln Park early Monday morning. A second break-in was reported minutes later on the same block. Surveillance video captured five people breaking into the store near Lincoln and Webster avenues around 3:30 a.m. The store owner told CBS News Chicago they stole the cash register and between $4,000 and $5,000 worth of products. Chicago police said the group got away in silver and black cars.No arrests have been made. A second business, a vape shop just a few doors down, was broken into just minutes later. Police found merchandise on the floor.This is the second time in recent weeks this business was broken into overnight. It is not clear if the two break-ins were connected. Police are investigating.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky Face Potential Tornadoes till 4AM
Bloomington, IN – The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky, effective until 4:00 AM EDT Tuesday. The affected areas include major cities such as Indianapolis, Bloomington, and Louisville, as well as smaller towns like Danville and Terre Haute. According...
New resources supporting inclusion, diversity, equity, and access now available to all Illinois residents
The State Library recently brokered a deal with EBSCO Information Sources to provide access to an expansive list of electronic resources to all residents of Illinois. Resources included in this agreement include eBooks, reference sources, test preparation materials, materials to support DIY activities, academic journal article databases, business information, and more! A recent press release documents the entire list of available resources. Importantly, these databases authenticate via geolocation, which means everyone who walks through Milner Library’s doors or accesses these resources from anywhere in the state will have access—no login needed!
13 WREX's John Jurgens discusses a wet July, and the days ahead
13 WREX meteorologist joined WNIJ Morning Edition host Jason Cregier to discuss some of the wild weather of the past couple few weeks. Jurgens told us how the derecho that ripped through northern Illinois dropped so much rain that it put this July into the record books for total rainfall.
FDA recalls produce sold at Indiana Kroger stores over possible Listeria contamination
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — On Friday, the Food and Drug Administration announced a recall on produce and other products due to a possible Listeria contamination. The recalled produce purchased from Weirs Farm was sold in Kroger stores in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri and Ohio. This includes all produce packaged at the Supreme Service Solution facility in […]
FDA approves new blood test for colorectal cancer screening
CHICAGO - In a significant advancement for cancer screening, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a blood test named Shield for detecting colorectal cancer. This development is seen as a major step in increasing screening rates for colorectal cancer, the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States.
Person stabbed to death during argument on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO - A person was stabbed to death in Chicago’s Roseland neighborhood Monday morning. At about 12:33 a.m., three individuals were standing outside a vehicle in the 300 block of East 115th Street when the group began to argue, police said. The argument then turned physical and the driver...
Popular Illinois Music Festival Hosts Adopt A Portapotty Contest
A music festival in Illinois is hosting a really fun contest where fans win a chance to adopt a porta-potty. Adopt A Portapotty Contest At Illinois Music Festival. My favorite music festival of all time is an annual event right here in Illinois. It's Riot Fest. I've been going for several years now. Not only do they have great live bands but there's also amazing food, beverages, and other entertainment.
Illinois State Fair officials offer preview of this year’s event
(The Center Square) – The countdown is on for the start of the Illinois State Fair. With the start of the fair just days away, fair officials offered a preview of the newly renovated grounds Monday. The taxpayer-funded upgrades were part of an over $50 million capital project, which included various road improvements and renovations to The Coliseum. “You’ll see new seating, two elevators, new restrooms, improved ADA accessibility and...
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