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Young political activists get lesson in organizing from some high-powered Democrats
CHICAGO – In the sanctuary of a historic church converted into an event space, not far from the hustle and bustle of the Democratic National Convention, a group of young people with a passion for politics met. The Youth VoteFest, hosted by University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics, aimed to provide lessons in political organizing […]
Aykroyd, Belushi sing the blues in Illinois
Five-thousand people attended last weekend’s “Blues Brothers Con: The Sequel” on the grounds of the Old Joliet Prison in Joliet Illinois. Hollywood actors Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi teamed-up with some of the world’s best blues musicians to raise funds for historical preservation purposes. They also...
Local nursing homes cited and fined
The Illinois Department of Public Health announced that it has posted the 2024 Second Quarterly Report of Nursing Home Violations. Five facilities around the state were cited with type “AA” violations of the Nursing Home Care Act during the second quarter of 2024, the most severe type of violation.
5 injured, 1 critically, in high-speed stolen car crash in Edison Park: Chicago police
Five people were injured, one critically, in a stolen car crash on the city's Northwest Side on Friday night, Chicago police said.Police said the crash happened just after 10:30 p.m. at North Ottawa and Touhy avenues in the Edison Park neighborhood.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA CPD helicopter was monitoring a 21-year-old man driving a stolen car, with three passengers inside, at a high rate of speed.The 21-year-old lost control of the vehicle and struck another car, driver by a woman, before crashing into a building, police said.Officers recovered a gun from the scene.One witness said his car was first hit by the speeding car at North Milwaukee and North Elston avenues.The stolen car's driver suffered a leg and spine injury and was transported to Lutheran Hospital in critical condition.Three women and another man were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.Area Five detectives are investigating. Charges are pending and traffic citations will be issued for the crash, police said.
Man gets 9 years for robbing West Loop CVS while on probation for 2 CVS robberies
CHICAGO — A man with a storied history of burglarizing and robbing CVS stores has been given a nine-year prison sentence for robbing one of the company’s West Loop locations on New Year’s Eve. Prosecutors said Myles Webb entered the store at 1034 West Lake shortly after...
Man found shot to death in South Chicago, police say
A man was found shot to death on Chicago's South Side on Friday night, police said.Police said the shooting happened in the South Chicago neighborhood's 7900-block of South Phillips Avenue just after 11 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOfficers responded to a ShotSpotter call, and while touring the area, received an additional call about a person shot.Officers discovered an unresponsive 35 to 40-year-old man who had been shot in the abdomen, police said.Police said the Chicago Fire Department arrived to treat the victim, who was pronounced on scene.There is no one in custody and Area Two detectives are investigating.Police did not immediately provide further information about the shooting.Chicago shootings: Tracking gun violence in 2024, with live updatesINTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Illinois’ Endangered Species: These Animals Are On The List
If you've ever wondered if an animal on the endangered species list ever gets off that list, the answer is actually yes. I guess I had never given it much thought, but I'll admit to being somewhat surprised to learn that some animal species have actually found themselves deleted from the database of endangered animals because...well...they started doing a lot better (with a lot of help) when it comes to staying alive.
Illinois Peeps, These $10 Bills Could Be Worth More Than Just Face Value
Just when you thought $10 was only $10. Now, whenever you get one, you'll need to look closer. Believe it or not, that seemingly ordinary $10 bill could hold a value of over $100K. It's a fascinating world of currency we're about to delve into. The U.S. Federal Reserve says...
Teen shot outside Gately Park in Chicago, police say
CHICAGO (CBS) — A 15-year-old boy is in serious condition after he was shot outside an indoor track facility near Gately Park in Chicago on Saturday afternoon. According to the Chicago Police Department, the boy was in a parking lot in the 10200 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue around 4:15 p.m. when he was approached by a white vehicle, and someone inside started shooting. He was struck in the stomach and taken to Comer Children's Hospital. No one is in custody. The shooting is under investigation.
Illinois pediatric dental practice opens 2nd location
Brush Pediatric Dentistry opened a practice in Downers Grove, Ill., its second office location. Maggie Rizzo, DMD, will lead the new location along with founder Mira Albert, DDS, according to an Aug. 23 news release. Dr. Rizzo joined the practice in 2012. She is fellow and national spokesperson of the...
Draft Pick Profile – Cubs Steal Thomas Mangus from Oklahoma and He Is an Arm to Watch in 2025
When the Cubs took Thomas Mangus in the 18th round of this year‘s draft, I nailed my prediction that they would take one junior college player. I did not think that they would basically steal him from the University of Oklahoma, but that’s what the Cubs did by giving him an extra $70,000 in addition to his $150,00 slot value. And what are they going to get for that $220,000? Well, they’re going to get a very promising arm, and ascending one at that.
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Rocky Volleyball Opens up the Big Dogs Classic with a Pair of Four-Set Victories
JOLIET, Ill.- Rocky Volleyball defeated host University of St. Francis and Saint Xavier each in four sets to begin the Big Dogs Classic in Illinois 2-0. How it Happened - vs. University of St. Francis. It was a slow start for the Battlin' Bears to open Friday's action. Costly mistakes,...
Hooters Has Suddenly Closed 3 Missouri Locations & 1 in Illinois
This has been one of the most difficult years in recent memory (2020 not withstanding) for food establishments. Hooters is no exception as they have suddenly shut the doors on numerous locations across America including 3 in Missouri and 1 in Illinois. I heard a few weeks ago that Hooters...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
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