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Bradley sisters disappeared from Bronzeville home 23 years ago
Family and friends honored Diamond and Tionda Bradley as Saturday marked 23 years since the sisters disappeared.A large group gathered at Taylor Park on Chicago's south side to say a prayer for the Bradley sisters.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThey were three and ten years old when they disappeared from their Bronzeville apartment in 2001."We're still praying... having hope that Diamond and Tionda return home to our family and friends," the sisters' mother, Tracey Bradley, said.Saturday's event ended with a balloon release for the missing girls.The family asked anyone with information to come forward.RELATED | Woman claims to be one of Bradley sisters who disappeared from Bronzeville home over 20 years ago
Chicago Grapples With Surge in July 4th Weekend Gun Violence: 13 Dead, 61 Injured Amid Citywide Shootings
Chicago witnessed an alarmingly violent Fourth of July weekend, with at least 13 fatalities and 61 injuries reported as a result of shootings across the city. The surge in gun violence marked a grim increase from the previous year's toll of 11 deaths and 62 injuries for the entire holiday period. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, these incidents included three mass shootings, one of which tragically claimed the lives of two women and an 8-year-old boy in Greater Grand Crossing.
Ryan Blaney’s Pit Crew Faces Big Shift Before Chicago NASCAR Race
Ryan Blaney’s Pit Crew Faces Big Shift: As Ryan Blaney‘s pit crew undergoes a significant personnel shift just before the Chicago Street Course, the dynamics of his team face a critical test. With the absence of Tim Fedewa and the introduction of a substitute spotter, the team must navigate through the challenges of rapid adaptation and maintain peak performance. This change highlights the indispensable role of the pit crew in a driver’s success and sets the stage for a race where seamless coordination could make all the difference. What remains to be seen is how these adjustments will impact Blaney’s performance on the street course.
On This Day in 2015: The Grateful Dead’s Four Surviving Members Played Their Last Concert Together
Nine years ago today (July 5, 2015), The Grateful Dead’s four main surviving members played their last-ever concert together. The occasion was the third and final date of the Fare Thee Well series of shows celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary at Soldier Field in Chicago. The concerts took...
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...
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...
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,
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...
Chicago family copes with ‘absolute nightmare’ two years after sister fatally stabbed in Back of the Yards
Melony and Sarah Bustamante carefully placed colorful trinkets and flowers at their younger sister’s grave. Amy was an artist, they said, so she’d appreciate the effort. The bright pink flamingos were one of Amy’s favorite animals. She might have found the rainbow flowers that blow in the breeze comforting because she was gay. Melony’s daughter painted the pink and yellow butterfly statue ...
Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
Chicago weather: Clear skies tonight, rain chances on Sunday
CHICAGO - Chicagoans can expect a pleasant evening ahead as clear skies continue and temperatures dip into the 60s overnight. However, changes are on the horizon for Sunday. Tomorrow, partly cloudy skies will bring slightly warmer conditions and increased humidity. Highs are expected to reach the mid 80s; however, be...
Tip Off to the Rip Off: How to avoid phishing scams
A new BBB study reveals phishing email and text scams nearly doubled in 2023 reaching a record high of over 9,000 reports. Phishing continues to be successful, because of its adaptability to various forms of communication.
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