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Chicago Business Owner Claims Year-Long Racial Harassment by Neighbor (Video)
In River Forest, Illinois, a business owner has come forward with allegations of racial harassment and property damage, accusing the owner of a neighboring business of repeatedly targeting her and her daughter with racial slurs over the course of more than a year. The situation has escalated to the point where law enforcement has intervened, charging the accused with misdemeanor criminal damage to property.
Local Voices: The Cornerstone question
If you follow the policies and practices of local government entities, you would be able to identify one similarity related to a lobbying firm, Cornerstone Government Affairs, and its relationship with the Village of Lansing and the government of Thornton Township. Over the last 12 months both have been hired by that lobbying firm to represent their personal interests in the Illinois Senate and General Assembly.
Ryan Poles first NFL Draft bust continues to get life with the Chicago Bears
You won't find a bigger supporter of Velus Jones Jr on the Chicago Bears than myself. Well, maybe you will with Ryan Poles, but after him, it has to be me. Jones is probably still on the roster because he was a third-round pick, but the hate that he gets is unwarranted. Poles thought he had found a starting punt and kick returner in the form of a Tennessee receiver back in 2022. The issue was that sometimes colleges are correct, and sometimes they aren't. In six years, Jones returned punts only during one season. That was during his final year of college.
Naperville Jaycees celebrate memory of JCI Senator Al DeGeeter during 2024 Labor Day Parade
The Naperville Jaycees will remember JCI Senator Al DeGeeter (July 4, 1940 – Oct. 8, 2023) during the 2024 Labor Day Parade. (PN File Photo 2013) Join the Jaycees as they pay tribute to a much beloved member during the 2024 Labor Day Parade that steps off along Mill Street at 10AM Mon., Sept 2.
Midwest Braces for Below-Average Temperatures as Heatwave Ends
Chicago, IL – The Midwest will see a significant temperature drop next week, offering a reprieve from the current heatwave. The National Weather Service forecasts continued high heat and humidity through Thursday, with heat indices reaching around 105 degrees. Frontal passages expected this weekend will bring unsettled weather. Following...
Controversial Intentional Walk Sparks Ruling Debate in Cubs Game
The Cubs faced a perplexing situation in the top of the eighth during their game against the Marlins, trailing 3-1 with runners on second and third. They intentionally walked Jesús Sánchez, who was then replaced by pinch-runner Cristian Pache but failed to touch first base. An appeal play ruled Pache out, leading to a scoring change under MLB rule 9.07(b)(7), stating that a batter who doesn't touch first on a walk is out. The Marlins eventually won 7-2, capitalizing on the play which shifted the momentum significantly.
Kenosha.com’s Pet of the Week: Bosco!
Founded in 1879, the Wisconsin Humane Society has been saving the lives of animals in need for more than 140 years. WHS is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and operates animal shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Door, and Brown Counties, as well as a spay/neuter clinic in West Allis.
Deer Dying from EHD Across Indiana
STATEWIDE-Epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) has been detected in deer across Indiana, says the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. While humans can’t contract EHD, it can be fatal to deer, but some deer can recover and develop immunity. “The biting midge, a small insect, transmits this disease. When it’s more abundant and the deer are found […] The post Deer Dying from EHD Across Indiana appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Elkhorn residents speak out about racist flyers found scattered throughout neighborhood
ELKHORN, Wis. — A Sunday morning walk in Elkhorn turned unsettling for one resident when she stumbled upon plastic bags filled with a disturbing message. The bags, containing birdseed to likely weigh them down, held flyers promoting a white nationalist organization. “During a neighborhood walk, I noticed on the...
Will kids with head lice in Illinois schools be sent home early? Latest CDC, state guidance
For many families, a child getting sent home early due to head lice is a common occurrence during the school year. But parents may be surprised to learn that the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says students with head lice infestations can stay in the classroom longer.
Illinois quick hits: Construction workers hurt in collapse; DUI enforcement for Labor Day
Construction workers hurt in collapse Two construction workers were seriously hurt when the unfinished wooden frame they were working on collapsed Wednesday in Casey. The collapse happened at Westside Church of Christ, which has been undergoing renovation this summer. During construction of a 4,500-square-foot addition, the wooden roof trusses came crashing to the ground. The church said both were airlifted to Champaign. ...
$9.2M Illinois Lotto ticket sold at suburban Jewel-Osco grocery store
Did you happen to buy a lotto ticket while grocery shopping at a suburban Jewel-Osco recently? If so, you may be the proud owner of a jackpot winning Lotto ticket worth more than $9 million. According to the Illinois Lottery, the ticket, worth $9.2 million, was sold as part of...
State Police, local forces driven to curtail road rage
Despite being sixth in population, Illinois barely cracks the top 20 in terms of road-rage incidents, according to a new study. Illinois ranked 19th in road-rage incidents, according to the study by H&P Law. The Land of Lincoln scored 58.7 out of 100 in the study. In comparison, Louisiana led...
1 Illinois Place 4th Most Abandoned in US, 1 in 4 Buildings Empty
It's like a modern wasteland. There's one Illinois place that was just ranked as the 4th most abandoned in America where more than 1 out of every 4 buildings is vacant. This new ranking from 24/7 Wall St of the most abandoned zip codes in America reveals the cities and towns in the country where the people aren't, but buildings remain. One Illinois city was declared the 4th most abandoned in the entire country. It's not unusual to see foliage growing out of the buildings you drive by.
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