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Chicago prepares for ‘upwards of 25,000’ additional migrant arrivals ahead of DNC
The city's deputy mayor of immigration said Tuesday that officials are anticipating and preparing for the possibility of a large influx of migrants from the southern border to coincide with the city's hosting of the Democratic National Convention.
Angel Reese pulls up with Steph Curry, Kevin Durant for Team USA exhibition game
The Chi Barbie has gone global in support of the U.S. women's Olympic basketball team. Chicago Sky superstar Angel Reese sat courtside next to Steph Curry and Kevin Durant to watch Team USA beat Germany 84-57 in an exhibition game on Tuesday. It was a needed bounce-back win for the...
CHGO Fire Podcast: The Chicago Fire Hover Barely Above the Bottom
The break in MLS play for Leagues Cup is here, and the Chicago Fire are both barely out of the playoffs and barely out of last place. A win away to conference-leading Cincinnati was sandwiched by games that were disappointing for different reasons. Where does that leave things as the Fire travel to KC to kick off their part in the summer cash-grab? Also, has anyone seen Xherdan Shaqiri? Alex and Tim Hotze of MenInRed97 have all that to discuss and more!
Virtual physical therapy being offered by Northwestern Medicine
Matthew Hatzl, Lead Physical Therapist with Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to explain how virtual physical therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. You can find more information by reaching out to Northwestern Medicine online or by calling 630-933-1500. “Better knowledge means better health for you and your family....
Chicago business owner fed up after thieves target store for 2nd time: 'The city is doing a really s----- job'
CHICAGO - A River North business owner is fed up with the city after thieves targeted his store for the second time in two weeks. Early Tuesday, the Gold Coast Market posted surveillance video on its Instagram page, showing four men getting out of a gray vehicle. One man had...
ESPN trying to stir up non-issue regarding Bears’ QB Caleb Williams
ESPN is on coverage overload when it comes to Chicago Bears’ rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. We get it, Williams is a special talent who was drafted first overall by a team that has historically been bad at drafting and developing quarterbacks. The narrative is there, but at a certain point - and ESPN has reached that point, you can dig too deep for news.
Virtual roll call could determine Democratic presidential nominee prior to DNC in Chicago
Some of the biggest names in the political world will gather in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention this August, but it still appears that arguably the most important responsibility typically fulfilled during those meetings will already be taken care of. According to a draft memo obtained this week by...
Chicago residents warned of new parking ticket scam
CHICAGO - A new scam is targeting Chicago residents with fraudulent text messages claiming they have unpaid parking tickets. The texts include a link to a fake website designed to steal personal information. Treveyon Kinnard, a Chicago resident, recently received a suspicious text from a phone number with a 343...
Englewood floral shop tasked with creating 3 arrangements for upcoming DNC
A floral shop in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood will be in the spotlight next month, as they've been tasked with creating three arrangements for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Southside Blooms, located near the intersection of South Morgan Street and West 62nd Street, is a nonprofit floral shop that works to...
One Dead, Five Wounded in Separate Shootings Hours Apart in Chicago's North Lawndale
Chicago's North Lawndale neighborhood was the scene of a violent day on Monday with two separate shootings occurring mere hours apart, leaving one man dead and five others wounded. According to CBS Chicago, the fatal incident took place around 3 p.m. in the backyard of a residence located on the 4100 block of West Cermak Road. A 37-year-old man succumbed to a gunshot wound to the head at the scene. Alongside him, a 34-year-old man suffered a leg injury, and a 26-year-old was shot in the chest and armpit. Both were taken to Mount Sinai Hospital and are reported to be in good condition.
Burglars target NW Side restaurants in Edison Park, Norwood Park, Jefferson Park
Several Northwest Side restaurants were burglarized in the Edison Park, Norwood Park and Jefferson Park area during the early hours of Friday, July 19, in a manner that was similar to a series of burglaries in the Edgebrook and Gladstone Park area on July 4. On both dates three...
‘Why Isn’t She In Prison?!’: White Woman Who Falsely Accused Black Man of Rape Is ‘Pampered’ By Dr. Phil During Face-to-Face Meeting with the Wrongly Convicted Man
Dr. Phil reintroduced a video clip from a 2008 episode of his talk show last week, highlighting the incredible story of a Chicago woman who […] ‘Why Isn’t She In Prison?!’: White Woman Who Falsely Accused Black Man of Rape Is ‘Pampered’ By Dr. Phil During Face-to-Face Meeting with the Wrongly Convicted Man
Despite Cubs having no plans to add help in the form of rental players, Craig Counsell 'absolutely' believes they can still make a playoff push
While the Cubs have no plans to be buyers at the trade deadline, manager Craig Counsell “absolutely” believes they can still rally in the final two months of the season to earn a playoff berth.
U. of C. Medical Center workers ratify contract, end strike
One hundred and twenty five union building workers at the University of Chicago Medical Center (UCMC) ended a week-long strike Sunday morning after ratifying a new contract with hospital administrators. The hospital’s building trades and supply chain workers, members of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 73, had been...
Center for Better Aging opens on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO - A new medical facility for older Chicagoans opened on the South Side. The Center for Better Aging, located at 63rd and Halsted in Englewood, will serve 160,000 older adults on the South Side, a growing population of patients. "Here at the Center for Better Aging, we're bringing much-needed...
Chicago woman, 25, charged with DUI on Chicago expressway
CHICAGO - A Chicago woman was charged with driving under the influence after crashing her car on the Jane Byrne Interchange, leaving her passenger seriously injured. Illinois State Police said the single-vehicle crash happened on the Interstate 290 eastbound ramp to Interstate 94 northbound at 6:06 a.m. Sunday. The driver,...
Must Watch: Unbelievable connection between Williams and Allen in training camp
Clearly these were some great choices as fans are already seeing the two players combine for incredible plays in training camp. Still can't believe how deep this WR room is for Chicago. It can't be more true that William's is walking into the best situation ever for a #1 pick.
Bears Could Sign Former Jets $45 Million Pass Rusher ‘Instead of Ngakoue’
Edge rusher remains an area of need for the Chicago Bears, with Pro Bowler Montez Sweat the star of the group. DeMarcus Walker, Dominique Robinson, Jacob Martin and rookie Austin Booker round out the rest of the group. In his annual preseason projections, ESPN’s Mike Clay ranked Chicago’s pass rushing...
61-year-old man robbed, beaten while walking in the Loop: Police
A man, 61, suffered injuries to the back of his head and his elbow after police said he was attacked by a group of people. The man was walking near Washington and LaSalle when four people jumped out of a dark vehicle, one of them had a gun.
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