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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...
The Bulls' confusing offseason has already cost them a golden opportunity
With the start of the 2024-25 NBA season a little over three months away, the Chicago Bulls are one of several teams already looking ahead to the 2025 NBA Draft and a chance to land Cooper Flagg in a star-studded class. In order to have any chance of landing Flagg,...
Chicago Bears Coach Addresses Simone Biles' Husband Missing Practice For Olympics
Much has already been made about Chicago Bears cornerback Jonathan Owens receiving permission to miss a few days of NFL training camp so that he can watch his wife Simone Biles compete at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Biles told reporters earlier this month that this will be the first of ...
Former Maine Celtics guard signs two-way contract with Bulls
One of the better players from last season’s Maine Celtics squad has found a new home in his pro career. The Bulls announced they’ve signed guard DJ Steward to a two-way contract as the Chicago native gets a homecoming. Steward, 22, played for Maine Celtics last season, averaging...
Off-duty CPD officer in Beverly engages in shootout, police say
According to Chicago Police, the incident occurred shortly after 5:30 a.m., at 108th and Campbell, in the Beverly neighborhood. The off-duty officer was approached by multiple armed suspects and gunfire broke out, police said.
Construction underway on Naperville’s Block 59
Construction crews are in the midst of tearing down a number of buildings east of Route 59 to make way for a new shopping and entertainment district, collectively called “Block 59.”. Surrounding this central heartbeat are plans for local and national retailers and restaurants, which include The Cheesecake Factory,...
Naperville police investigating alleged armed robbery of local business
The Naperville Police Department is seeking any information from the public regarding a reported armed robbery early Friday morning. The incident took place just before 5:00 at a business in the 4900 block of S. Route 59. Officers responded to the scene approximately 10 minutes after the robbery took place....
Father of 3 found shot to death in unincorp. Lombard driveway; murder investigation underway
A husband and father of three was found shot and killed in the driveway of a west suburban home Monday night, family and police said Tuesday.Alaa Ghnimat, 38, of unincorporated Lombard was found dead about 9:30 p.m. in the area of 16th Street and Meyers Road.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchDuPage County sheriff's deputies found him unresponsive, with a gunshot wound, in a vehicle in the driveway of his home, after responding to reports of a shooting in the area.The coroner also responded, and the vehicle was towed for further investigation.SEE ALSO: No charges to be...
DuPage County Man Allegedly Fires Gun, Leads Police on I-88 Chase
Glendale Heights, IL – A Glendale Heights man has been denied pre-trial release after allegedly firing a gun and leading police on a high-speed chase on Interstate 88. Elexei Garcia, 34, appeared in court today facing charges of Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding a Police Officer and Reckless Discharge of a Firearm, both Class 4 felonies.
Two Individuals Accused of Possessing & Dealing Cannabis in Grundy Co.
Two individuals from Bloomington, Illinois are accused of possessing and dealing cannabis in Grundy County. Police officials say 42-year-old Felix Rials and 33-year-old Candis Blues were arrested for possessing between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis and possession with the intent to deliver between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis.
Aurora Man Arrested By Grundy Proactive Unit in Morris
The Grundy County Proactive Unit arrested a man facing several firearm related offenses. Kevon Jones, 23, of Aurora was charged with the Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of Firearm Ammunition, and Obstructing Justice. He was also wanted on a Kendall County warrant and DuPage County warrant.
Helping celebrate Hispanic heritage and culture, inaugural Barro Fest to be held in Plainfield on Saturday
The first annual Barro Fest will be held in Plainfield this Saturday near Settler's Park located on West Lockport Street. The festival will be held from 1-10pm and is free to attend. Plainfield-Oswego State Representative Harry Benton said this festival is intended to be a celebration of Hispanic heritage in...
One Dead, Multiple Injured in Seven-Vehicle Collision in Plainfield Township
A fatal collision involving seven vehicles at the intersection of Northland Drive and Plainfield Avenue in Plainfield Township resulted in multiple injuries and left one person dead yesterday afternoon. The accident occurred before 3:30 p.m., as first reported by FOX 17 News. Michigan State Police informed that a car, while trying to make a left turn onto Plainfield Avenue, sideswiped a number of vehicles before being struck from behind, subsequently colliding with an oncoming vehicle.
Company That Owns Illinois Pizza Huts Files for Bankruptcy
The struggle continues for many food franchises as a company that owns many Pizza Hut locations in Illinois has reportedly filed for bankruptcy. Nation's Restaurant News reported today that EYM Pizza L.P. has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the eastern district of Texas Monday. They said this pizza company "operates units in the South and Midwest". According to their corporate site, that includes Pizza Hut locations in Illinois.
Illinois Lottery celebrates its 50th anniversary at Chicago River Casino
Several thousand people helped the Illinois Lottery celebrate its 50th anniversary last week with a disco-themed party at Chicago River North’s Pioneer Court Plaza, where more than 500 attendees won cash totaling more than $10,000. Story continues below. The ’70s-inspired party featured the United States’ largest disco ball that...
Illegal immigrants can keep professional licenses despite deportation with new law
(The Center Square) – Migrants who get deported from the country may be able to keep their professional license from Illinois under a new law. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the measure into law last week. House Bill 5457 provides that the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may not revoke, suspend, or take any other disciplinary or non-disciplinary action against a license or permit issued under the law based solely upon an immigration violation. ...
Warren County property transfers for July 15-19, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
The Warren County Clerk & Recorder’s Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Warren County the week of July 15-19, 2024. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published. Additional owners’ names that would be on the full deed may not appear in this list.
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