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New study reveals Chicago Loop tops U.S. downtowns by most value metrics
The International Downtown Association and Chicago Loop Alliance release report assessing employment, residents, district revenue and future growth. CHICAGO—Today, Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) released an in-depth Value of Downtowns report, created by the International Downtown Association (IDA), analyzing key principles of downtown success for the Chicago Loop compared to 54 other downtowns and center cities across the U.S. The study confirms that the Chicago Loop surpasses other U.S. downtowns studied by most value metrics and serves as the most significant and vital of Chicago’s neighborhoods. The nearly 50-page report details Chicago’s Loop as an established downtown, showcasing robust employment rates, burgeoning population density, and sustainable growth prospects for the future. View the full Value of Downtowns – Chicago Loop report at [LoopChicago.com/ValueofDowntowns]LoopChicago.com/ValueofDowntowns.
Rounds of rain, severe storm threat in Chicago area's forecast
The Chicago area could face the threat of severe weather in coming days, and its arrival could be ill-timed for those hoping for a restful night’s sleep. According to the Storm Prediction Center, all of Illinois and a part of western Indiana will be at a “slight” risk of severe thunderstorms late Thursday and into Friday morning, with the worst of the storms potentially arriving during the overnight hours.
Bears Trade Pitch Flips 2nd-Round Pick for 4-Time Pro Bowl Pass Rusher
The Chicago Bears ostensibly need at least one more quality edge rusher to fill out the defense, and one of the league’s best continues grappling with his current team over a new contract. Matthew Judon and the New England Patriots are struggling to find common ground as the four-time...
This former Orioles prospect is off to a hot start in the White Sox system
When the Orioles acquired Eloy Jimenez from the White Sox, nobody thought much about the nondescript prospect heading back to Chicago in return. Left hander Trey McGough was a former minor league Rule 5 pick, a guy who was never quite good enough to break through and get a call up to the majors.
How to watch Chicago Bears vs. Cincinnati Bengals: TV channel, live stream info, start time
The Chicago Bears return home for the first time since New Year's Eve in 2023. When the Cincinnati Bengals come to town and will play the Bears just two days after a joint practice between the two teams. Here's how to watch the Bears against the Bengals on Saturday, which...
Chicago Bears logo redesign goes viral, social media reacts
The Chicago Bears' logo hasn't changed much from the time the wishbone "C" was introduced in 1973. Neither has blue and orange mascot head, which served as the team's secondary logo until the Bears made it their primary logo in 2023. And for good reason. Both logos are as classic...
2 semis overturned on I-80, prompting massive delays near Minooka, video shows
Highway I-80 was shutdown in the south suburbs on Thursday after two semis were involved in the crash.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash was first reported around 8:56 a.m. on the eastbound lanes of I-80 between River Road and the exit to highway I-55 in Minooka, Illinois.Chopper 7 was over the scene around 10 a.m. showing both semis had been overturned.A crash involving two semis prompted I-80 to be shut down in the south suburbs on Thursday morning.Two people were taken to an area hospital with injuries. The extent of their injuries was not immediately known.I-80 eastbound was shut down for hours. Traffic was being diverted to I-55 northbound.The roadway reopened at around 1:50 p.m.
$1 million winning Lotto ticket sold in Homewood
CHICAGO, August 14, 2024 – An Illinois Lottery player in the south suburbs of Chicago won the Lotto Million 1 this week – becoming a millionaire overnight. The $1 million-winning Lotto ticket was purchased for the Monday, August 12 drawing of Lotto Million 1 at South Gate Mini Mart, located at 18747 Dixie Highway in Homewood, a suburb south of Chicago.
Many Say These Illinois Grasslands are a Hidden National Treasure
It's easy to take for granted something that's practically in your own backyard, but Illinois really does have a special place that many sadly overlook. Those that have visited it say it's one of America's hidden and underrated national treasures and they're not wrong. I had to be reminded of...
What The? Farmer’s Almanac Already Predicting Snow for Illinois?
Hold on a second. I need to catch my breath from laughing (or was that crying?) after I just saw that Farmer's Almanac is predicting snow for Illinois. Yes, I checked. It's still August. What the?. I'm pretty sure that I'm not hallucinating. As a matter of fact, you can...
Chiefs' Chris Jones offers to cover $1.5M in stolen chicken wings to free Illinois woman
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones has offered to pay for more than $1.5 million worth of chicken wings stolen by a south suburban school worker in an effort to secure her release from prison.
Pontoon Beach/Belleville Cannabis Dispensaries Receive $240,000 Each In Social Equity Loan Program
PONTOON BEACH/BELLEVILLE – A pair of local licensed cannabis dispensaries will receive a significant amount of funds from Round II of the Cannabis Social Equity Loan Program, Gov. J.B. Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity announced on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. Cookies in Pontoon Beach...
Family of Illinois woman shot by police calling for legislative change
(The Center Square) – Lawyers for the family of a Springfield, Illinois, woman shot to death by a sheriff’s deputy are calling for changes, including to the Illinois SAFE-T Act. The July killing of Sonya Massey sparked calls for change around the country. Massey was shot while ducking in her kitchen by a Sangamon County sheriff's deputy who is now charged with murder. She had called 911 to report a prowler. ...
Local Flavor reprise: S.L Wine Bar mixes cocktails with community
“The Ridge” and Buffalo Chicken Pizza earn Local Flavor Award. Note: It was late 2022 when The Lansing Journal introduced our Local Flavor Awards as a way to celebrate local eateries that offer a signature food or beverage available only in Lansing. We’re reprising the Local Flavor write-ups as a summer series, to remind our readers of the rich flavors available right here in town.
State’s attorney candidate wants federal program to address gun violence
(The Center Square) – A Cook County state’s attorney candidate is drawing attention to a federal program amid 1,865 people being shot in the county just this year. Bob Fioretti is running as a Republican for the office of Cook County State's Attorney, the office held by Kim Foxx. Foxx announced she was not seeking reelection. Fioretti suggested that implementing a federal program called "Project Exile" could help with the...
Aurora man dies after fall from truck in Minooka
An Aurora man is dead following a fall from a truck in Minooka early Monday morning. The Grundy County Coroner's Office identified the man as 51-year-old Jaime A. Olave. The office is calling it an occupational death. The coroner's office says that a passerby found Olave lying on the ground...
CBP officers seize over 1,000 fake driver's licenses at O'Hare International Airport
CHICAGO - U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at O’Hare International Airport have found over 40 shipments of counterfeit driver's licenses at the International Mail Facility since August. While conducting routine package checks, officers zeroed in on counterfeit documents made outside the U.S., which were likely intended to...
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