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Illinois quick hits: Fireworks death reported; Chicago NASCAR race this weekend
Fireworks death reported An Illinois man is dead after handling a firework on the Fourth of July. ABC 7 reports Chicago police were called to a residence on the city’s northwest side where they found the body of Earl Lory. The 34-year-old man sustained trauma to the body after handling a firework. Details about the accident have not been made available. Chicago NASCAR race this weekend ...
Historic juvenile expungement train the trainer program announced by Clerk of the Circuit Court Of Cook County, Iris Y. Martinez
The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, under the leadership of Iris Y. Martinez, is proud to announce its first-ever Juvenile Expungement Train the Trainer program. This groundbreaking event, a historic milestone for the office, will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from 10 am to 3 pm at Malcolm X College, located at 1900 W. Jackson Blvd, Chicago.
Chicago Mass Shooting Leaves 2 Women Dead, 3 Children Critically Hurt (Video)
In a devastating incident early this morning, a mass shooting on Chicago’s South Side resulted in the deaths of two women and left three young children critically injured. The family was inside their home when bullets began flying through the windows. Details of the Shooting. The shooting occurred around...
Driver killed in Bishop Ford Freeway crash on South Side: Illinois State Police say
All southbound lanes of the Bishop Ford Freeway were temporarily closed after a deadly crash on Chicago's South Side early Friday morning, Illinois State Police said.The crash happened at about 5:50 a.m. on Interstate 94 at 115th Street.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA White GMC SUV struck the median barrier, ejecting the driver, ISP said. The driver, whose age and gender were not immediately known, died.A dog was inside the SUV at the time of the crash. Police initially said the dog had died, but later clarified that the pet was not injured. No one else was in the SUV.Chopper 7 was over the scene, where police were seen investigating.All southbound I-94 lanes were closed between 115th and 130th streets. All lanes reopened at about 9:19 a.m.Authorities did not immediately provide further information.
Former High-Ranking Member of the Gangster Disciples, Harold ‘Noonie G’ Ward Says the Streets Support WNBA All-Star Player Angel Reese
Noonie G is highly respected as a reformed and seasoned OG. CHICAGO, Ill., July 5, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Harold Ward aka “Noonie G,” is an urban legend on the streets of Chicago. As a former high-ranking member of the Gangster Disciples, a Chicago area gang once reported to be one of the largest criminal organizations in the United States, Noonie G is highly respected as a reformed and seasoned OG. Once considered a prominent force of terror across the country, Ward has not only changed his life, but he also continues to positively impact society as an author, political figure, businessman, gang mediator and role model.
8 injured in Little Italy shootout, including 74-year-old woman: Chicago police
Eight people were shot or grazed in a shootout in Chicago's Little Italy neighborhood early Friday morning, Chicago police said.Chicago police responded just before 12:15 a.m. to the 1300-block of West Hastings Street for a report of a person shot, CPD said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchWhen police arrived, they found multiple victims.CPD said there was a shootout between two people, who fled the scene.All the injured victims who wanted treatment were taken to Stroger Hospital.A 74-year-old woman was shot in the leg, and is in fair condition.A 31-year-old woman was shot in the leg, and...
RAW VIDEO: Orphaned Alaskan Bears Celebrate 4th July Holiday At Chicago's Brookfield Zoo
Credit: Jim Schulz/Brookfield Zoo Chicago/Cover Images Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s brown bear siblings, Jess and Tim have been celebrating Independence Day by wolfing down their 4th of July-themed enrichment. Animal care staff froze a variety of the bears’ favorite fruits in red, white, and blue ice blocks. The bears, who can be seen at the Zoo’s Great Bear Wilderness, seemed to enjoy their patriotic treats as much as their fellow Americans love the 4th July holiday. They are at the Zoo due to their tragic past, as in November 2023, the Zoo provided a forever home for the two young bears after they were orphaned in Anchorage, Alaska.
Hilarious Social Media Exchange Could Land Angel Reese Big Endorsement Deal
Chicago Sky rookie power forward Angel Reese may have inadvertently stumbled her way into the most obvious partnership in professional sports. The WNBA star is reportedly in talks with the Hershey Company about an endorsement deal with the brand’s popular candy, Reese’s, according to TMZ Sports. ...
Remembering Acclaimed Actor, David McKnight, Dead at 87
Veteran actor David McKnight died on December 3, 2023, at age 87. With a career spanning half a century, McKnight had an extensive career in film and television. Although not famous amongst today’s younger film audiences, he was known for his credits in the 70s and 80s. David McKnight’s...
Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament 2024: Sweet 16
It might be the 4th of July, but we’ve already seen plenty of fireworks during the first two rounds of the 2024 Chicago’s Best Beef Tournament!. Who will advance to the Elite 8? Vote on our Sweet 16 matchups and tell your friends to do the same until the polls close on Monday, July 8th.
Hurricane Beryl hits Caribbean Islands, expert offers early outlook on damages, how to help
CHICAGO — Lester Barclay, honorary consul for Jamaica, sat down to talk with WGN’s Ray Cortopassi to talk about the latest details and findings in regard to Hurricane Beryl and its landfall in Jamaica. Barclay outlined what’s happened in the day since Beryl made landfall, and what to expect in the days ahead as the […]
Chicago area celebrates July 4th with parades, cookouts and firework shows
Across the city, from downtown to the neighborhoods, and throughout the suburbs, people celebrated Independence Day Thursday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe firework shows are just one highlight to the holiday that typically centers on family and fun. This year was no exception.The grill got going at Tinley Park's Ribfest. Crowds at the south suburban Independence Day celebration took in the savory eats with live music and fun activities for all ages."I loved the music. I loved the energy," Mary Ilori said.RELATED | July 4th 2024 Fireworks: Displays and events in Chicago, suburbs, NW Indiana"The entertainment...
Sánchez falters as Chicago Cubs pound Philadelphia Phillies 10-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Ian Happ hit three-run homers from both sides of the plate for a career-high six RBIs, and the struggling Chicago Cubs pounded the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies 10-2 to avoid a three-game sweep on Thursday.The Cubs came into the season expecting to contend for the NL Central championship. Instead, they're last in the division. But they gave the Wrigley Field crowd of 40,143 plenty to cheer on July Fourth."We know how much this fan base expects and how much they deserve," Happ said. "They come out every single day no matter what. They deserve a really good...
Mark Prior weighs in on a heated debate surrounding a Chicago Cubs legend
Sammy Sosa stands among the best players ever to wear a Chicago Cubs uniform. He is the all-time leader in home runs with the Cubs with 545 and is sixth all-time in rWAR with the Cubs with 58.8. Sosa is also the only player in MLB history with three 60-homer seasons.
Illinois fireworks: Full list of Chicago, suburban fireworks shows, parades for July 4
While Chicago's Navy Pier fireworks took place Wednesday, there are still plenty of suburban fireworks shows and parades set to take place on July 4, with some celebrations set to take place over the weekend. Here's a full list of fireworks shows and parades scheduled for Independence Day and Fourth...
Season-high nine drivers to run Cup and Xfinity races at Chicago
Nine drivers are scheduled to compete in both the Xfinity and Cup race this weekend, the most drivers to do so this season. Those scheduled to do double duty this weekend are: Joey Logano, Kyle Larson, AJ Allmendinger, Ty Gibbs, John Hunter Nemechek, Daniel Suarez, Shane van Gisbergen, Austin Hill and Josh Bilicki.
U.S. has had 261 mass shootings so far in 2024, 72 in June, data show
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A shooting that killed two women and critically injured three children Thursday morning in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood is one of at least 261 mass shootings across the country so far this year, and data show the 4th of July has historically been one of the deadliest days of the year. The shooting at a home in the 7100 block of South Woodlawn Avenue was one of at least 236 shootings across the country in just the last 72 hours, according to "The Gun Violence Archive," a data-collecting non-profit, which has also found that 4th of...
Ferraro-owned North Chicago Jelly Belly plant to close, affecting dozens of workers
Chicago-based candy company Ferrara has announced plans to close its North Chicago Jelly Belly plant, impacting 66 workers. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, operations will move from Belly’s Lake County facility around Oct. 11. Workers will have the opportunity to move to another of Ferrara’s five Chicagoland plants.
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