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Lincoln Square, Near West Side Police Commanders Swap Districts
LINCOLN SQUARE — Police Supt. Larry Snelling’s latest reshuffling of the department’s leaders has two veteran commanders swapping police districts. Beth Giltmier is taking over as commander of the Lincoln (20th) Police District. The district includes parts of Lincoln Square, Uptown, Edgewater, Andersonville and Ravenswood. A 34-year veteran of the department, Giltmier most recently served as commander of the Near West (12th) District.
Chicago man charged in fatal South Side shooting
CHICAGO - A Chicago man was charged in connection to a deadly shooting that happened in the Gresham neighborhood Sunday. Police said Timothy Hudson, 40, was arrested hours after he allegedly shot and killed a 32-year-old man. The victim was in the 7600 block of South Halsted Street around 4:15...
Man found dead under car in Streeterville, Chicago police say
A man was found dead in Downtown Chicago on Tuesday, according to police.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe man was found around 5:30 a.m. in the 300-block of East Chicago Avenue in the Streeterville neighborhood, CPD said.A 49-year-old man was found unresponsive underneath a Chrysler 300.Chicago police said he was pronounced on scene.No one was inside or near the vehicle when Chicago police arrived.It is unknown how the man died. It is unknown if police are searching for any suspects. So far, no one in custody.Chicago police said circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation.This is a developing story.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch</center>
CPD officer among 5 hurt after pursuit of stolen car ends in SW Side alley crash: Police
Chicago police said officers were trying to stop a stolen black Dodge Durango when it backed up into a squad car and then drove off, hitting two other cars and four pedestrians in the process. It happened in an alley near 46th and Western.
Thursday-Sunday, July 25-28 | Sugar Grove Corn Boil
The much-anticipated Sugar Grove Corn Boil Festival is back for 2024, promising even more fun and excitement from July 25-28 This year, the festival will featurean expanded carnival, free live entertainment daily, and several new additions sure to delight attendees of all ages. Expanded Carnival. The carnival, a staple of...
Graduate Students for Academic Freedom v. Graduate Students United at UChicago
A few years ago, the graduate students at the University of Chicago, where I teach, formed a legally recognized labor union. Last year, that union expanded to include the law school, at least to the extent that law students engage in paid work such as providing research assistance. Law students who want to work as research assistants must either join the union and pay dues, or else pay agency fees to the union even if they do not join. Either way, giving money to the union is a legally required condition of working as a research assistant.
Armed robbers are targeting victims outside this Avondale bank
CHICAGO — For the second time in less than a week, armed robbers targeted a victim outside an Avondale bank on Monday afternoon. The police have not announced any arrests in connection with the crimes. Both robberies occurred outside Bank of America, 3260 West Belmont, just off the Kennedy...
New parks to pay tribute to Naperville’s rich horseback riding history
Two parks that will honor Naperville’s traditions of horseback riding and polo are coming to the city next year. Fairlane The post New parks to pay tribute to Naperville’s rich horseback riding history appeared first on NCTV17.
Village of Montgomery receives Gold Level Water Ambassador recognition from ISAWWA
The Village of Montgomery was awarded the Gold Level Water Ambassador Award in a ceremony held during the village board meeting Monday night. Members of the Illinois Section American Water Works Association (ISAWWA) presented the award to Village President Matt Brolley and Water Superintendent Jeremy Moss. ISAWWA Engagement Specialist Shaunna...
2 arrested after trying to break into rail car in Brighton Park
CHICAGO - Two people were arrested after trying to break into a rail car Monday night in Chicago's Brighton Park neighborhood. A theft in progress was reported to police around 8 p.m. at a rail yard in the 3400 block of West 35th Street where five to six males were trying to break into a rail car, according to CPD.
Chicago weather: Watch for showers and storms later today
CHICAGO - Chicago will be warm today with scattered showers and a few storms likely by late afternoon. Highs will reach the mid 80s. Showers and storms are likely this evening, then will likely return tomorrow. Severe storms are not expected. Highs tomorrow will be a few degrees cooler. Thursday...
Burglary crew is targeting businesses in Wicker Park, Bucktown, Logan Square
CHICAGO — Police are looking for a group of burglars who broke into three businesses this month in Bucktown, Wicker Park, and Logan Square. Video from Blazed Baker, 2415 North Milwaukee, shows the crew entering through the broken front door around 4:42 a.m. on July 10. Two thieves rip out the cash register, look for other valuables, and then return to their waiting car.
‘Angry’ migrant shot another migrant outside ‘Salt Shed’ shelter, prosecutors say
CHICAGO — A Venezuelan migrant has admitted to shooting another migrant outside their shelter because he was “angry” with other residents who lived at the facility, officials said. The shooting outside the shelter at 1308 North Elston, across from the Salt Shed, left a 28-year-old man injured...
7 armed robberies committed in one hour on Southwest, Near West Side, CPD says
CHICAGO — Chicago police seek the public’s help locating a group of unidentified males linked to an early morning armed robbery spree on the city’s Southwest and Near West Sides. According to police, in each instance, three men in all-black clothing pulled up in a stolen silver Hyundai Sonata, threatened the victim with handguns, and […]
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...
$500 Stimulus Program: Chicago’s Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Pandemic-Stricken Residents
Chicago’s $500 stimulus program funded by the Federal Rescue Plan aims to provide broad financial relief to residents facing economic hardships due to the pandemic. Chicago Launches $500 Stimulus Program to Support Pandemic-Stricken Residents Chicago is launching a $500 stimulus program to help residents struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising costs. This program […]
Blueprint Brokers Sale of 136-Unit Community in Joliet, Illinois
JOLIET, Ill. — Blueprint Healthcare Real Estate Advisors has arranged the sale of a 136-unit assisted living and memory care community in the Chicago suburb of Joliet. The two-building campus features dedicated assisted living and memory care buildings that were built in 1999 and 2007, respectively. The seller made...
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