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Chicago Police Intensify Search for Missing Siblings Selena and Nino Miller, Mother Suspected of Involvement
Community concern is mounting as the Chicago Police Department continues the search for two young siblings, Selena and Nino Miller, last seen nearly a week ago. According to details released by the CPD, 2-year-old Selena, affectionately nicknamed "Ice Cream Sprinkles," and her 5-year-old brother Nino, known as "Pico," went missing from their home in the 4400 block of N Kasson Ave., Chicago, IL, on July 9. Authorities believe that their mother, Maple Miller, may be involved in their disappearance and could be attempting to relocate them to Michigan.
Singer and songwriter 'Slique Jay Adams' talks about his new album 'Brown Liquor'
Chicago singer-songwriter Slique Jay Adam stopped by ABC 7 Eyewitness News to talk about his latest album "Brown Liquor." The producer and performer uses his blend of rhythm and sound to explore the complexity of relationships through songs. To learn more about Slique Jay Adam and his music and songs, click here.Slique Jay Adam will be performing his song named "Chill" on August 9th at The Taste of Bellwood.
3 boys, two only 14 years old, charged with armed robbery and auto theft
CHICAGO — Three teenagers, two of them just 14 years old, are charged with robbing a man at gunpoint and driving around in a stolen car on Sunday evening. The robbery was one of several reported within about 45 minutes. The group is charged with robbing a 47-year-old man...
Landmark Illinois awards grants to Oak Park and North Lawndale organizations
Landmark Illinois has awarded grants to three West Side organizations to help them preserve their historic buildings. The funds range from $3,500 to $5,000 and require an equal match from the recipients. In Oak Park, The Day Nursery and the Living Sanctuary of Faith Church of God in Christ both...
Beverly Ice Cream Shop, Gift Store Forced To Close After Air Conditioner Parts Stolen
BEVERLY — Last week, the co-owner of Ohana Ice & Treats scrambled to pick up ice cream bars and popsicles from her distributor to donate to Sutherland Elementary’s summer camp. Keynn Cain, who opened Ohana with her spouse, Kenneth Cain, in 2018, was booked to provide Ohana’s signature...
Chaos at Chicago Amazon Center: Woman Shot, Investigation Ongoing (Video)
Police have confirmed a shooting at an Amazon fulfillment center in Matson, a suburb of Chicago. The incident occurred around 9:30 PM last night. A 33-year-old woman from Chicago was injured in the shooting, sustaining a graze wound to her head. She was taken to Christ Hospital, where her injury was determined to be non-life-threatening, and she is expected to recover.
Small Cheval Abruptly Closes In Hyde Park For Renovations
HYDE PARK — The South Side’s only Small Cheval is temporarily closed for renovations. The restaurant, 1307 E. 53rd St., closed Friday, according to the company’s Instagram page. A sign in the window seen Monday indicates the restaurant is “temporarily closed for a refresh,” while Small Cheval’s website also lists the location as “temporarily closed.”
66 Apartments Could Come To Former Dunlay’s In Lincoln Park
LINCOLN PARK — Developers plan to build a seven-story apartment building in Lincoln Park at the site of the former Dunlay’s on Clark, D.O.C. Wine Bar and Affordable Portables. Sixty-six apartments and retail would come to the building at 2600 N. Clark St. under a proposal from developer...
Severe weather in Chicago classifies as ‘derecho’ -- here’s what that means
CHICAGO – The severe weather that struck Chicago on Monday night classified as a “derecho.”. You might remember the Southern Great Lakes Derecho in May of 1998. Winds gusted up to 90 mph from Mid-Michigan to Metro Detroit, creating one of the worst windstorms to move through the region in recorded history.
Pickpockets, purse thieves strike dozens of times in downtown Chicago
CHICAGO — Three well-dressed thieves entered a Loop restaurant, sneakily stole a woman’s purse, and headed out the door. That’s just one of dozens of similar thefts and pickpocket cases reported at downtown bars, restaurants and hotels since early June, according to Chicago police. On Monday, the...
Combining inspection techniques to ensure quality tubing
Sometimes the drive to excel comes from within, and sometimes it comes from your customers. But for the truly ambitious, it comes both ways. That’s where GL Precision Tube in Aurora, Ill., found itself a few months ago when it got wind of a new tool from Xiris Automation that the tubemaker thought might strengthen its position in the market.
Chicago homeless camp closes before Democratic convention
Chicago officials have shut down a homeless encampment ahead of the Democratic National Convention. The tents are gone from the site off the Dan Ryan Expressway south of Roosevelt Road. The people who lived there have been offered housing until August 31st in a former hotel on the Near North Side.
Harvey auxiliary officer directs profanity toward HWH staff at City Hall
Warning: This report includes language that may be offensive to some readers. A Harvey reserve cop used expletives toward an HWH reporter at an already chaotic City Council meeting last Monday. Harvey Auxiliary Officer Turpin, responsible for wanding the public as they enter council chambers, swore at HWH founder Amethyst...
Robbins Police Chief Carl Scott Resigns Amid Investigation, Mayor Prepares Town for Possible Release of Disturbing Video
The Village of Robbins is once again drawing attention as its acting police chief, Carl Scott, steps down amidst an unfolding investigation—this announcement coming just 15 months into Scott's tenure. As CBS News Chicago reports, the Mayor of Robbins, Darren Bryant, was prompted to dismiss the chief after viewing a video of an incident that has yet to be made public, though it was suggested that the footage is disturbing enough to lead to swift action.
Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament 2024: The Championship
Welcome to the final round. A champion will be crowned Thursday, July 18th. Vote for who it should be below:. No purchase necessary. No prize provided. For entertainment purposes only. While we are very excited to announce the winner of the Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament, sponsored by Turano Baking Company...
Chicago prom dress designer charged with theft, arrested after allegedly not delivering dresses
A Chicago prom dress designer accused of not delivering dresses for teenage girls has been charged with felony theft.Chicago police previously told the I-Team they were investigating Fatoumata "Binta" Diallo.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchDiallo made her first court appearance Monday, after being arrested.Teens and their parents told the I-Team they paid Diallo hundreds of dollars to design their prom dresses, but they say she never delivered, leaving them empty-handed.Chicago police arrested Diallo, and she has since been released under pre-trial conditions.SEE ALSO: Prom dress designer speaks out after complaints from students and parentsABC7 Chicago previously spoke with Diallo over the phone, but she did not want to provide a statement. The mothers said all they want is a refund.CPD is encouraging anyone who believes they have a complaint about Diallo to contact Area Three detectives at 312-744-8263.She is next due in court Aug. 9.The video in the player above is from an earlier report.
Sen. Tim Scott says America ‘isn't a racist country,' blasts Chicago leadership over violence
South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott blasted the city of Chicago and its leadership during Monday’s Republican National Convention, saying that educational failures and gun violence are occurring there because of Democratic Party control. “America isn’t a racist country,” he said during his address. “If you are looking for racism...
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