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Bickering in DuPage County reveals lack of oversight and loss of millions of tax dollars
When recreational marijuana became legal in Illinois in 2020, it seemed like an easy source of new revenue for local governments. DuPage County was among many that enacted a sales tax on cannabis. But by mid-2021, officials there noticed they weren’t getting any of the new money. The Illinois Department of Revenue said the county never notified it to collect the tax. The county clerk said she ...
Pre-Trial Release Denied for suspect charged with drug-induced homicide of Naperville man
A Chicago man was denied pre-trial release on Friday, July 19, after being accused of supplying a fatal dose of Fentanyl and Alprazolam to a man from Naperville in February 2023, according to a news release from the DuPage County State’s Attorney and the Naperville Police Department. Christopher Hobson,...
4 pedestrians, CPD squad car hit by stolen vehicle fleeing stop on SW Side, Chicago police say
Four pedestrians and a CPD squad car were hit by a stolen vehicle in the Brighton Park neighborhood Monday night, Chicago police said.Officers were conducting a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle at about 11:26 p.m. in the 2500-block of West 46th Street when police said the driver reversed and hit a squad car.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe driver then hit two other cars along with four pedestrians.Police said three women were transported to hospitals in good condition and an eight-year-old girl was treated on the scene.One suspect was taken into custody and Area One detectives are investigating.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Summer Suburban Water Polo Championships wrap up the season at Naperville North
“It’s just like the big end of season thing. It’s something that we train the kids for all season. It’s something for them to look forward to. And it’s just the final place for them to show off what we’ve been working on and how hard they’ve worked the entire season,” said Cress Creek Naperville Summer Suburban Water Polo League coach Kayley Queen.
Young Naperville entrepreneurs run app-based lawn care business
It’s common for teenagers to dust off the lawn mower to make some cash, but for Aidan Murphy and Moe Mitchell, it became much more than a money-making chore, it’s Moe Mow’s Lawn Care. The young entrepreneurs from Naperville created a mowing service that takes a new...
Advanced Heart Group Chooses NextGen Healthcare to Enhance Patient Experience and Streamline Operations
– Advanced Heart Group (AHG), a leading cardiology practice serving Chicago’s southern suburbs for over 23 years, has selected NextGen Healthcare as its new technology partner. – The strategic partnership signifies NextGen’s dedication to supporting cardiology practices nationwide. It comes at a critical time, as heart disease continues to...
Get in the game at Play N Thrive Naperville
Play N Thrive Club is the largest badminton club and multi-sports, all-season indoor facility in the Midwest with 20 BWF certified International quality badminton courts, 11 pickleball courts, two volleyball courts, and four batting cages for baseball, softball, and cricket. They are the only club with a two-time Olympics coach...
Foxtrot To Reopen Stores In Old Town, Gold Coast, Wicker Park And Fulton Market
CHICAGO — Foxtrot is planning to reopen at least four of its former stores as the upscale convenience store chain plots its return to Chicago. Further Point Acquisitions, the investment firm that bought Foxtrot’s assets at auction, recently applied for liquor licenses at the former Foxtrot locations in Wicker Park, 1722 W. Division St.; Fulton Market, 171 N. Green St.; Old Town, 1562 N. Wells St.; and Gold Coast, 23 W. Maple St.
Rise When the Rooster Crows - 7/21/24
WYSO Music On Demand provides your favorite locally-produced radio shows to stream for two weeks after they air! Listen to this episode of Rise When The Rooster Crows, hosted by Jennifer Berman:. For a detailed playlist, visit the show's program page or our playlist search page. Listen to Jennifer every...
Mott's Lounge marks 100 years in Burlington: 'Everybody comes here'
This week’s Made in Chicago serves up the story of a family-run bar that has survived the Great Depression, World War II, and countless other challenges over 100 years in business. It’s called Mott’s Lounge.
Jason House and team announce candidacy for Dolton Village Board with ‘Clean House 25’ campaign
DOLTON, Ill. (July 22, 2014) — Senior Trustee Jason House officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of the embattled Village of Dolton. A news release emailed to The Lansing Journal said an announcement event is scheduled for Sunday, July 28, at 2 p.m. at the Free-N-Deed Food Pantry located at 14200 MLK Drive in Dolton.
14th Police District Council Grapples with Fierce Divisions
naugurated last May, Chicago’s twenty-two Police District Councils were tasked with increasing transparency, accountability, and community collaboration with the police. Borne out of years of organizing for more civilian oversight, the district councils, as well as the citywide Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability, have grappled with residents’ competing ideas around their purpose. In […] The post 14th Police District Council Grapples with Fierce Divisions appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Cases dismissed for 3 involved in Loop protest of Israel-Hamas war last month
Protesters demanding a cease-fire in Gaza and an end to U.S. military aid to Israel appeared in court Monday.They were arrested after blocking streets in the Loop last month.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThose charged say they are protected by the First Amendment.Before going into court, they sang and prayed.Most have been involved in numerous demonstrations since the war began months ago. They held signs remembering a number of Palestinians who have been killed."I felt like I must do something to stop the U.S. bombs from going to kill innocent children in Gaza," said Sherri Bevel,...
Goose Island Just Released Details for Its Cult-Favorite Bourbon County Stout 2024 Lineup
Every November on the day after Thanksgiving, we celebrate the American consumerist tradition of Black Friday by waiting in line at big box stores and occasionally erupting into fisticuffs over LCD TV deals. That day also marks the release of Goose Island Beer Co.’s annual Bourbon County Stout lineup, a fan favorite that has achieved cult-like status in the beer world over the years. We have the early details to share, and there are some exciting new variants on the way.Taste Test: Knob Creek's New Blend of Bourbon and Rye Whiskey Is a Winner Bourbon County Stout first came out more...
Oak Park Ballerina takes dancing skills abroad
Oak Park native Trijntje MacKay Masoncup’s ballet skills and hard work have landed her a coveted position training at the English National Ballet School this fall. The 19-year-old is headed to London to participate in the Professional Trainee Programme at the English National Ballet School, continuing to work towards her goal of becoming a professional dancer.
Burglars are targeting parked cars along Milwaukee Avenue, cops say
CHICAGO — Car burglars are targeting cars parked along or near Milwaukee Avenue in Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Logan Square, police said Monday. The thieves have been breaking side windows to get inside the vehicles. The thieves then proceed to steal any valuable items they find inside the cars. CPD says the burglars have gotten away with laptops, phones, wallets, musical instruments, clothing, checkbooks, credit cards, cash, purses, bags, and more.
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