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Sweet farewell to Cookies By Design
Rockford, Ill. (WTVO) — Cookies By Design has made the bittersweet decision to close their doors but we couldn’t let them say goodbye without one last visit. Owner Tasha Terviel is helping us close out Ice Cream Week with some cookie ice cream sandwiches. Cookies By Design is closing on July 31 and Tasha is encouraging everyone to get their orders in!
Marcus Smith shoots one of great rounds in Rockford golf history to make State Am playoff
Marcus Smith, Jr. shot one of the greatest rounds in Rockford golf history Thursday to get into a three-hole playoff in the Illinois State Amateur. He finished second to Pierce Grieve of Lake Forest, a senior on the West Virginia golf team. Smith was trying to become the first Rockford-area men's State Am champ in 69 years. The last local winner was Gene Readette in 1955. He would have earned an exemption into the U.S. Amateur if...
Sunshine filled Friday ahead for the stateline
STATELINE. (WIFR) - There is just something so nice about stepping outside and feeling the sunshine on my skin without immediately starting to sweat from the heat and humidity. The best part is that this feeling will last throughout the weekend. Clear skies are expected overnight with lows in the...
2 vehicle crash in Dekalb leaves 7 injured
DEKALB, Ill. (WTVO) — A compact SUV drove through the Base Line and Glidden Roads intersection without yielding to traffic resulting in a crash and seven being injured on July 17th. The two passengers in the SUV were taken to the hospital with minor injuries and the driver was flown to a local hospital with […]
Chicago Board of Education Moving to New Sites for Remainder of 2024 to Allow for Repairs, Renovations
Chicago’s Board of Education will be moving the rest of its meetings this year away from its longtime home inside Chicago Public Schools’ central Loop office. The board this week disclosed that the remainder of its 2024 meetings will be moved to other locations after the regular board room sustained water damage when a pipe burst at a nearby business just before the board’s June meeting.
Park Ridge police utilize new drone to enhance security at food festival
PARK RIDGE, Ill. - As the Taste of Park Ridge kicked off Thursday morning, law enforcement found a high-tech ally in their efforts to ensure safety at the popular suburban street festival. The Park Ridge Police Department debuted its drone surveillance, aiming to enhance crowd protection during the three-day event,...
Beloved former Cub joining broadcast for next homestand
From 2015-20, Jon Lester made an indelible mark on Chicago Cubs fans. In his six years with the team, the lefthander went 77-44 with a 3.64 ERA and 940 strikeouts during the best run the franchise has had in a century. Lester’s playoff performances also stand out, as he allowed 20 runs in 70 total Read more... The post Jon Lester joining Marquee Network for next Cubs homestand appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Surprise Zach LaVine Trade Destination Rumored After Big Offseason Moves
The Chicago Bulls finally decided to retool this summer. Moving on from Alex Caruso, DeMar DeRozan, and Andre Drummond, the Bulls are now focusing on the future. The biggest move left to make for Chicago is trading Zach LaVine. The 29-year-old shooting guard doesn't fit into the Bulls' plans both on the court and in terms of the timeline.
Chicago’s chief procurement officer out as City Council passes severance agreement
Chicago’s chief procurement officer is out after the City Council approved a package facilitating her departure, but Mayor Brandon Johnson won’t say how much in taxpayer money the city is paying for her to leave. Johnson said the department run by former Mayor Lori Lightfoot appointee Aileen Velazquez has long been a “sore spot” for the city after all 50 aldermen backed the resignation deal ...
Thornton Township Schools District 205 board takes heat from township official over fourth of July friction
Dolton mayor and Thornton Township Supervisor Tiffany Henyard piled on Thornton Township Schools District 205 board members over a conflict earlier this month at the township’s Independence Day celebration. It all played out last week at the board’s regular meeting during a dramatic public comment session. The event,...
One Cubs Prospect Continues To Show Big League Potential
The Chicago Cubs’ front office is exploring options as the trade deadline nears. Moises Ballesteros‘ stellar progress and recent showing at the Minor League Future’s Skills showcase make him a strong candidate for a trip to the majors. One Cubs Prospect Continues To Show Big League Potential.
Chicago Mourns Passing of Pioneering Police Officer Malcolm Woo at 79
The Chicago community is mourning the loss of one of its trailblazing law enforcement officers, Malcolm Woo, who passed away on July 8 due to heart complications at the age of 79. As one of the first Chinese Americans to don the Chicago police uniform in 1969, Woo's career spanned nearly three decades and set a precedent for diversity within the force. According to a report by the Chicago Sun-Times, Woo began his service as a beat cop in predominantly Black neighborhoods and later took up undercover assignments, utilizing his unique appearance that transcended ethnic identification.
Caleb Williams asked Bears to pay him as an LLC
Caleb Williams has finally signed his rookie contract with the Chicago Bears. What took so long? Williams’ representatives were reportedly making some unprecedented requests for his contract before he put his name on the dotted line. Williams was still participating in rookie and team activities, but he hadn’t signed...
Montez Sweat Informed Bears He Would Not Debut Without Extension; No Commanders Talks Transpired
The Bears have restarted their quarterback contract clock, swapping out a fourth season of Justin Fields for Caleb Williams‘ rookie deal. That will give the NFC North team more roster flexibility, helping make two recent big-ticket extensions palatable. Sweat said the Commanders, who were transitioning from Dan Snyder to...
Rochelle couple killed in I-88 crash leave behind two sons
DEKALB, Ill. (WTVO) — A Rochelle couple, killed Tuesday in a five-car crash on I-88 in DeKalb County, leave behind two children, according to a GoFundMe fundraiser. Bryan and Asheri Campbell were killed around 5:39 p.m. near Cortland, after a box truck crashed into another car, causing a pileup, according to authorities. According to family […]
Ample sweet corn crop expected despite challenges
As consumers look to add fresh sweet corn to their summer meals, a couple of Illinois producers say conditions have been right for a good crop this season. John Bartman grows 2 to 5 acres of sweet corn near Marengo which is marketed at a roadside stand in McHenry County and sold to local restaurants.
Smoothie King opens first Rockford franchise, 2nd area location coming to Belvidere
ROCKFORD — A national chain that was the first smoothie franchise to operate in the country now has its first location in the Rockford region. Smoothie King opened Monday at 6274 E. State St., which is between H&R Block and AT&T in a commercial strip owned by First Midwest Group. A second area Smoothie King is slated to open in early August at 1890 Crystal Pkwy Ste 100, Belvidere.
19 tornadoes confirmed from storms in Chicago area
CHICAGO — The number of confirmed tornadoes from Monday night’s severe weather in the Chicago area has risen to 19 after seven additional tornadoes were confirmed Wednesday night. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed the following seven tornadoes around 7:45 p.m. Wednesday:. EF-1 Sugar Grove to Aurora. EF-1...
Illinois Lottery celebrating 50th anniversary with Mag Mile disco party
The Illinois Lottery is celebrating its 50th anniversary Thursday with a disco party on the Mag Mile!The event will feature a live DJ, interactive photo booth, and the illinois lottery draw ball machine giving participants a chance to draw a number and win cash prizes of $500, $150 or $50 as well as instant tickets and other fun prizes. More than $10,000 in cash and prizes will be up for grabs.The party will also have a giant 35-foot disco ball.The Illinois Lottery event is at Pioneer Court starting at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
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