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Edgebrook businesses among those reported burglarized on July 4
Several businesses, including two in Edgebrook and another in Gladstone Park, were reported burglarized during the early morning Thursday, July 4, in the 16th (Jefferson Park) District, according to Chicago police. The burglarized businesses included the Chocolate Shoppe, 5337 W. Devon Ave., City’s Edge, 5310 W. Devon Ave., Elly’s...
Josh Bilicki car not permitted to qualify for Chicago Street Race, crew member ejected by NASCAR
Josh Bilicki is pulling double duty this weekend, racing in both the Xfinity Series and Cup Series as NASCAR takes its show to the streets of Chicago. He’s one of nine drivers attempting to race in both events — Joey Logano, Kyle Larson, AJ Allmendinger, Ty Gibbs, John Hunter Nemechek, Daniel Suarez, Shane van Gisbergen […] The post Josh Bilicki car not permitted to qualify for Chicago Street Race, crew member ejected by NASCAR appeared first on On3.
Man fired shots at 2 off-duty cops while on pretrial release for 2 gun cases: prosecutors
CHICAGO — Prosecutors have charged a man with shooting at a car occupied by two off-duty Chicago police officers on the Near West Side last month. Derrien Johnson, 18, was on pretrial release for two felony gun cases in juvenile court at the time of the incident on June 3, officials said.
Paige Bueckers' True Feelings On Seeing Her 'Twin' Play In The WNBA
Women's college basketball star Paige Bueckers was in attendance for the Seattle Storm-Chicago Sky matchup Friday night. Bueckers said she traveled to Seattle to watch her "twin" Nika Muhl live out her dreams in the WNBA. She was interviewed during the game and revealed her true thoughts on the ...
CTA rider slashed, robbed on Orange Line; 1 in custody
CHICAGO - One person was arrested after cutting and robbing a man riding the CTA early Saturday on Chicago's Southwest Side. The 18-year-old was approached by someone with a knife who demanded his belongings around 12:30 a.m. near the 35th/Archer Orange Line station, police said. The victim refused and was...
Maple Leafs Free Agent Reveals Reason for Joining Blackhawks
One year after signing a prove-it deal with the Toronto Maple Leafs, forward Tyler Bertuzzi signed a sizable four-year, $22 million contract with the Chicago Blackhawks at the start of free agency on July 1. Bertuzzi, however, didn’t expect to sign a long-term deal with Chicago ahead of free agency...
Walmart told their receipt defense is not OK after shopper says he fell for ‘bait and switch’ tactic and was overcharged
AS Walmart is set to again face a lawsuit claiming the retailer misled shoppers about prices, a court has ruled that the company cannot use a defense involving printed receipts. The class action lawsuit, lead by plaintiff Yoram Kahn, has accused Walmart of overcharging shoppers with “bait and switch” tactics by having some prices listed […]
Beadle: Here's to 'having fun while winning' at the United Way of Central Illinois
As I prepare to transition out of my role as Board Chair for the United Way of Central Illinois, I can't help but feel a mix of emotions. Pride, gratitude, and excitement for the future all swirl together as I look back on the 2024-2025 year and forward to what lies ahead. Throughout my tenure, I've always believed in "having fun while winning," and I'm pleased to say that this past year has embodied that philosophy...
Opponents fear fewer jobs for Black nurses if proposed law enacted
(The Center Square) – Despite opposition, a bill that creates a Certified Medication Aide program passed both chambers of the Illinois Legislature and awaits the governor's signature. Opponents fear it could further burden nurses and mean fewer jobs for Black registered nurses. Senate Bill 1779 seeks to create a “certified medication aide” program. Through the program, qualified individuals will be able to administer medications under the supervision of a registered nurse. The bill has been sent to the governor. ...
Body pulled from Lake Michigan matches description of missing Evanston swimmer: officials
EVANSTON, Ill. - A body that was pulled out of Lake Michigan Friday matched the description of a swimmer who went missing last week near a beach in in Evanston. Around 6:40 a.m., a fishing charter boat found the body roughly two miles from Dempster Street Beach, city officials said. They notified the Coast Guard, which alerted the Evanston Fire Department. The body was then removed from the water.
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...
Lake County Man Dies After Shooting Incident on July 4th
East Chicago, IN – A 35-year-old Gary man was fatally shot in East Chicago on July 4, 2024. Officers responded to a call at 3600 Superior Court at approximately 10:30 p.m., finding the victim, Jerome Scott, near the entrance with a gunshot wound to the stomach. Medics transported Scott to the University of Chicago Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries at around 1:25 a.m. on July 5, 2024.
Kari K. Steele And Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon To Host Community Service Day
Cook County residents are invited to join Kari K. Steele, President of the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD), and Cook County Commissioner Monica Gordon for a Community Service Day on Saturday, July 27, 2024. The event will take place at 3039B W. 159th St., Markham, IL 60428, starting at 9:00 AM and running until 12:00 PM.
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
A green flag for clean power: NASCAR unveils its first electric racecar
CHICAGO (AP) — Part of the experience of a NASCAR race is hearing the engine roar, the rumble of each car’s approach and the zip when it whizzes past at more than 150 mph. NASCAR unveiled its first electric racecar Saturday in downtown Chicago, but it doesn’t thunder when the grand marshal says “drivers, start your engines.”
Tragic Shooting of 7-Year-Old Boy in Chicago Leads to Teen Arrest
Tragedy struck at the Oakland Square apartments when Jai’mani Amir Rivera, a 7-year-old boy, was fatally shot around 3 p.m., sending shockwaves through the community. Despite the life-saving efforts by officers, who rushed him to the hospital, Jai’mani later succumbed to his injuries. Arrest Made in Connection with...
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