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Chicago Yarn Crawl stopping at Evanston Stitchworks
One of the hobbies that surged in popularity during the pandemic is knitting. Amalia Malos, owner of Evanston Stitchworks, 906 Sherman Ave., confirms Evanston has a lot of knitters and crocheters. “Evanston is a great place for fiber,” Malos said. 2024 Chicago Yarn Crawl. The 16th annual Chicago Yarn...
West Town affordable housing development receives partial funding approval
An affordable housing development at 1237 N. California Ave. in Chicago’s West Town neighborhood has secured partial funding approval, marking a significant step forward for this impactful project. Spearheaded by the Hispanic Housing Development Corporation and designed by DesignBridge, the development is set to replace a vacant lot with much-needed housing for working families and seniors.
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...
Center for Better Aging opens Tuesday on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO (CBS)—A South Side organization dedicated to lifelong health care for people over 50 is opening a new space called the Center for Better Aging, which is also focused on saving lives. "We actually created this space with older adults in mind." A space dedicated to those 50 and older in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood. It's the first geriatric-approved emergency room on the South Side. It's located inside the St. Bernard Ambulatory Care Center.The goal is to address healthcare disparities for older adults on Chicago's South Side. "We're bringing medical services to the southside in a way that's compassionate and specialized for...
Naperville City Council Takes Neutral Stance on Controversial Development, Joliet Plan Commission Eyes Cherry Hill Business Park Expansion
On a recent decision that may redefine the commercial landscape, the Naperville City Council has chosen not to formally oppose a development project on unincorporated land along 75th Street near Wehrli Road, a stark contrast to their reaction to a similar proposal eight years earlier. According to the Chicago Tribune, this new multiuse development that intends to construct a daycare center, a coffee shop, and a self-storage facility has slipped through the cracks of city opposition despite conflicting with Naperville's Land Use Master Plan.
Newly Approved South Suburban College Cosmetology School
South Suburban College (SSC) is thrilled to announce the launch of our newly approved Cosmetology School, now open for applications. This innovative program is designed to provide students with comprehensive training in the field of cosmetology, preparing them for successful careers in the beauty industry. The SSC Cosmetology School will...
Chicago Residents on Alert as String of Armed Robberies and Hijacking Strike Harrison and Austin Districts
Residents of Chicago's 11th and 15th districts are being urged to stay vigilant after a string of armed robberies and an aggravated vehicular hijacking incident have plagued the area. The Chicago Police Department reported that offenders, described as one to two black males possibly in their teens, approached the victims either walking or parking in alleys. Using handguns, the assailants demanded valuables such as wallets, cellphones, purses, and even vehicles.
1 dead in Buffalo Grove house fire: village spokeswoman
One person has died in a house fire in north suburban Buffalo Grove Monday, a spokeswoman for the village said.Buffalo Grove fire crews responded to a garage fire in the 600-block of Woodhollow Lane before 10:20 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWhen they arrived, firefighters found there was an ongoing house fire.One person was found inside, and pronounced dead on the scene, the spokeswoman said.The fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes, but fire crews remain on the scene.SEE ALSO: 62-year-old woman dies in Elk Grove Village house fire: 'It's so sad'Officials did not immediately provide any additional information about the person who died.An investigation is underway.Images of the fire show large flames coming from the home's garage, while two cars were parked in the driveway. Heavy, black smoke was also visible.
Man who carjacked Uber driver was convicted of carjacking 3 times as a juvenile, prosecutors say
CHICAGO — A man accused of pressing a gun to an Uber driver’s face during a carjacking earlier this month racked up five juvenile felony convictions, including three for carjacking, prosecutors said. Caleb Pettis, 18, 19-year-old Asia Andrewin, and two people who remain at large ordered an Uber...
MSP: One dead in seven-vehicle crash on Northland Drive in Plainfield Township
PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. — One person is dead after a seven-vehicle crash that occurred Monday afternoon in Plainfield Township, according to Michigan State Police. It happened around 3:30 p.m. in the area of Northland Drive NE and Plainfield Avenue NE, according to police. One vehicle sideswiped multiple vehicles that...
Books On Wheels brings the world to homebound residents
Evanston resident Al Bjornson, 84, greets the circulation librarian at the Evanston Public Library with a smile and friendly conversation as he retrieves a stack of library materials to deliver to the local retirement community. Bjornson is one of 10 volunteers for the Books on Wheels program at the library....
Bruce Bochy goes off on umpire after getting ejected vs. White Sox
Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy got his money’s worth after getting ejected during his team’s Monday matchup against the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox led 2-1 in the top of the 5th inning at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr. sent the first pitch of the inning to... The post Bruce Bochy goes off on umpire after getting ejected vs. White Sox appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Woman, 62, convicted in California of exporting thermal riflescopes to Russia
A 62-year-old woman convicted of illegally exporting “defense articles”, including thermal imaging riflescopes and night-vision goggles, to Russian co-conspirators has been sentenced to two years in prison, federal officials announced Monday. Prosecutors with the United States Attorney’s Central District of California Office say Elana Shifrin, a resident of Mundelein, Illinois, participated in a scheme […]
Cubs president makes clear what team will do at trade deadline
Chicago Cubs president Jed Hoyer made clear on Monday what the team will be doing ahead of the trade deadline. Hoyer told reporters that unless the team goes on a big winning streak this week, the Cubs will be sellers at the July 30 non-waiver trade deadline. Cubs President Jed Hoyer made it official today:... The post Cubs president makes clear what team will do at trade deadline appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Chicago Bulls found two rotation players in Summer League
As NBA Summer League winds down, most of the focus for the Chicago Bulls has been on 11th pick Matas Buzelis, who has already flashed big-time potential. The Bulls are badly in need of developmental talent, especially now that they have (sort of) pivoted to a rebuild and there were two players in Summer League other than Buzelis who look ready to step into an NBA rotation.
Ayo Dosunmu sporting a new, but familiar, look with the Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu is making a familiar change to anyone who has followed his career. Selected in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft, Dosunmu has spent the past three seasons developing his skills with the Bulls. Donning the No. 11 with the Illini, Dosunmu entered the...
“Oh, you were stopping me for driving while Black?” Illinois man in custody after police pursuit
WHITLEY COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) — A Chicago, Ill. man has been arrested following a multi-county police pursuit on Sunday around 8:47 a.m. Jeffery L. Price, 44, fled from police in his Nissan Rogue through Allen and Whitley counties causing a high-speed pursuit from Indiana State Police, Fort Wayne police and Columbia City police.
Bears Reunite With Former Linebacker to Start Training Camp
The Chicago Bears were one of the several teams that opened up training camp last week, as fans are excited to see how things will play out in the Windy City this season. The Bears enter training camp this summer with a lot of talent on both sides of the ball, which they couldn’t say last year. With Chicago having many talented players, it will make things harder to pair the roster down from 90 to 53 by the end of the preseason.
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