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Most Dangerous Chicago Neighborhoods: How Technology is Helping Residents Stay Safe Amidst Record Crime Rates
High Crime Rates Plague Chicago’s Most Dangerous Neighborhoods. Residents Turn to Technology for Enhanced Security. Chicago will have serious safety issues in 2024 in a few neighborhoods where the crime rate is 67% higher than the national average. Residents in these locations have prioritized home security measures because of the high rates of violent and property crimes in these areas, according to Southwest Journal. Notwithstanding the thriving cultural and economic life of the city problems such as gun crime still exist in some neighborhoods. A increasing worry for safety in the midst of the bustle of the city is reflected in the fact that many locals now depend on cutting-edge technology to protect themselves and their family.
Maria Pappas: Everything you need to know about Cook County’s increasing property tax
Featured on Home Sweet Home Chicago on 07/06/24: Cook Country Treasurer Maria Pappas joins the show to discuss everything that you need to know about Cook County’s property tax and what you need to do as a homeowner. Visit cookcountytreasurer.com to learn more.
Chicago Air & Water Show and Taste of Chicago Shift Dates Amid DNC and NASCAR Events
Chicago City's skyline is set to be decorated with roaring jets and daredevil stunts a tad earlier this summer, as the Chicago Air & Water Show preps for an August 10-11 showcase, steering clear of an on-tap Democratic National Convention. In a ballet of scheduling logistics, Chicago shifts its summer staples to accommodate a political grandstand and a high-octane NASCAR event, proving that even beloved traditions have to play musical dates now and then.
Illinois City Top 10 to Live In, But Rest of The State is Ticked
I don't think I've seen anything quite like this other than in Illinois. Think about it. What other state would have one of its places named a top 10 best place to live in where the rest of the state is collectively rolling its eyes. I laughed as soon as...
Chicago community center worries about teen gatherings with toy guns
CHICAGO (CBS) – Management at a community center on the city's Far South Side is worried that multiple teen gatherings nearby in which participants bring toy guns to play could cause trouble.John Flood, the operational manager at the Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Community Center, said the teens are using social media to organize the gatherings, sometimes reaching hundreds of young people."They're doing these gel gun war things, and they're trying to do them here, and we're concerned that that activity they're looking for is going to lead them to more harm than good," Flood said.Since last month, the...
Chicago area celebrates July 4th with parades, cookouts and firework shows
Across the city, from downtown to the neighborhoods, and throughout the suburbs, people celebrated Independence Day Thursday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe firework shows are just one highlight to the holiday that typically centers on family and fun. This year was no exception.The grill got going at Tinley Park's Ribfest. Crowds at the south suburban Independence Day celebration took in the savory eats with live music and fun activities for all ages."I loved the music. I loved the energy," Mary Ilori said.RELATED | July 4th 2024 Fireworks: Displays and events in Chicago, suburbs, NW Indiana"The entertainment...
Fourth of July fireworks spark more than a dozen house fires in Chicago, suburbs
More than a dozen house fires over the Fourth of July holiday in the Chicago area were likely cause by fireworks, authorities said, including one house fire that resulted in "a total loss." According to the Chicago Fire Department, as many as 13 fires were confirmed to be fireworks-related, with...
Weekend in Chicago: Craft Beer Festival, Pride South Side Festival and more
CHICAGO - The Fourth of July has come and gone, but there is still plenty to do around Chicago this weekend. Here's a look at some events going on that you might want to check out:. Chicago Craft Beer Festival. The three-day event in Lincoln Park returns! The main attraction?...
Democratic Chicago alderman proposes crackdown on masked criminals
CHICAGO (TND) — Chicago Alderman Raymond Lopez, D-Ward 15, has introduced an ordinance penalizing criminals who use masks to conceal their identity. The May ordinance, which also applies to hoods, would slap violators with 10 days in jail, a $5,000 fine and 120 hours of community service. I know...
Dry, warm, humid for Independence Day in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) — Mostly dry today for Fourth of July festivities. There's a minor chance of an afternoon shower or storms in the afternoon and evening. There are better chances for scattered showers and storms to arrive by night (after the fireworks). Pleasant weather for the weekend. Saturday and Sunday in the 80s. The next rain chance develops late Sunday into Monday. Seasonable temperatures in the 80s continue for next week.What to expect for ThursdayStray storms, warm and humid. High of 86Chance of showers tonight Possible showers and rumbles of thunder overnight. Low of 71Showers for FridaySCATTERED SHOWERS/THUNDER HIGH: 81
The Windy City Smokeout, AKA The Best Weekend Of The Summer In Chicago, Is One Week Away! Here's Everybody You Should See
The Windy City Smokeout, held annually in July, combines three of life's greatest pleasures: delicious BBQ, refreshing beer, and live country music. Held right by the iconic United Center, the festival offers a unique blend of urban charm and southern hospitality. And it's back next week. The event spans four...
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