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Missing 13-year-old girl last seen in Grand Boulevard
CHICAGO — A search is underway on Monday afternoon for a teen girl who police say has been missing since Friday. Chicago police say 13-year-old Goddess Henderson was last seen in the 4600 block of South Wabash Avenue in the city’s Grand Boulevard neighborhood on the South Side on Friday, July 26. The teen girl, […]
Melissa Wynne, 28-year council member, will not run for re-election
After a record seven terms representing Evanston’s Third Ward on the City Council, Melissa Wynne will not seek re-election in 2025, she announced in a letter to her constituents on Monday afternoon. Wynne first joined the Council in 1997, following a four-year stint as a community representative on the...
Elgin man dead after major rollover crash in west suburbs
ADDISON, Ill. - The driver of a dump truck involved in a two-vehicle rollover crash in west suburban Addison on Friday has died. Pedro Alvarez, 47, of Elgin, was pronounced dead at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove on Saturday, according to the medical examiner's office. Emergency crews responded to...
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...
Body discovered underneath running pickup truck in Palatine
PALATINE, Ill. - Palatine police are conducting a death investigation after the body of a male was discovered underneath a running pickup truck late Sunday night. Officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle in the 40 block of South Rohlwing Road around 10:53 p.m., according to a statement from Palatine police.
Grizzlies Start Fast To Claim Series Over Boomers
The Gateway Grizzlies got out to a 5-0 lead through the first six innings, and survived another late push from the Schaumburg Boomers in a 5-4 victory on Sunday night at Grizzlies Ballpark, taking the series two games to one and remaining in second place in the West Division standings.
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.
Echoes from the Archives: a celebration of Black composers at a Hyde Park gallery
The Center for Black Music Research (CBMR) at Columbia College Chicago is a vast repository of material related to music by Black composers. It was created in 1983 and along with scores and sheet music, there are recordings, photos, letters, diaries, clippings and more for researchers to explore. Fulcrum Point...
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.
Mother-Daughter Duo Graduates from Chicago Housing Authority’s LevelUp Program
Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell walked into a Chicago Housing Authority office in 2019 and inquired about becoming homeowners. Five years later, they are not only on the road to accomplishing their goal – but their journey has allowed them to grow closer. Both graduated last week from...
Large crowd rallies in Humboldt Park as Venezuelans await results in tense presidential election
A celebration got underway in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood on Sunday night as people await the results of the Venezuelan presidential election.Video shows the large gathering at Grand and Kedzie.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchEarlier Sunday, people rallied downtown as Venezuelans cast their votes.Whether it is President Nicolás Maduro who is chosen, or his main opponent, former diplomat Edmundo González, the election will have ripple effects throughout the Americas.U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin posted about the election on X, formerly known as Twitter, saying, "Venezuelans showed up in huge numbers to vote for a better future. The regime must respect their votes and not steal another election."Venezuelans showed up in huge numbers to vote for a better future. The regime must respect their votes and not steal another election.— Senator Dick Durbin (@SenatorDurbin) July 29, 2024 Seven-point-seven million Venezuelans have already left the country in search of opportunities abroad.Many of them have come to the United States, causing a migrant crisis which impacted Chicago when busloads of migrants were sent to the city from the Texas border.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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.
Simone Biles' Husband Reveals Truth Behind Bears' Olympic Decision
The Chicago Bears sent shockwaves across the NFL community after it was revealed that safety Jonathan Owens, who is the husband of USA Gymnastics megastar Simone Biles, was officially excused from training camp to attend the Paris Olympics to support his wife. This was an unprecedented decision from the Bears, which Owens himself shed some light on during a recent interview. "The Bears, they understood that it was an Olympic year," Owens said. "So, once I signed and everything, that was the first question we asked. "... I originally gave them two dates. I wanted to either go for the team final, which is the 30th [of July], or the all-around final, which is August 2nd. And they end up telling me both dates were fine, so I didn't feel like I had to be rushed to get back.
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...
Palos Park police offer warning about asphalt paving scams
PALOS PARK, Ill. — Authorities in the Southwest suburbs are offering a warning to residents about a scam targeting homeowners. According to Palos Park Police Chief Joe Miller, asphalt paving scams begin when a person knocks on a homeowner’s door and offers to pave their driveway at a discounted rate, telling the resident that they […]
Chicago Teachers Union seeks to reduce property tax bill for West Loop headquarters
CHICAGO - The Chicago Teachers Union Foundation is seeking to significantly reduce the property tax bill for its West Loop headquarters, according to documents from the Cook County Assessor's Office obtained by FOX 32 Chicago. The Assessor recently reappraised the value of the CTU’s building, estimating its fair market value...
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.
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