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3 Illinois members of Congress skip Netanyahu's speech over Israeli war policy
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint meeting of Congress on Wednesday, some lawmakers decided not to attend the speech out of their disapproval of his handling of Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.Among the members of Congress who said they wouldn't attend Netanyahu's speech were U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, and U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky (D-Evanston) and Delia Ramirez (D-Chicago). Schakowsky was among a group of lawmakers who instead met with the families of Israeli hostages. She said they have growing resentment toward the prime minister and his inaction to end the conflict."These are people that are very...
Cities around the world share many challenges. To address them, they need to develop science diplomacy
The mayor of Montréal, Valérie Plante, the mayor of Chicago, Brandon Johnson, and his counterpart from Milwaukee, Cavalier Johnson, at the annual conference of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative, on May 15, 2024 in Montréal. Cities must unite to discuss their major issues. (Canadian Press/Ryan Remiorz)
Man, 25, killed in Washington Park shooting
CHICAGO - A man was shot and killed during an argument in an alley Thursday morning in the Washington Park neighborhood. The 25-year-old was arguing with someone he knew in an alley around 1:40 a.m. when they pulled out a handgun and shot him several times in the 6100 block of South King Drive, according to police.
Draft Pick Profile: Ariel Armas Is a Defensive Stud
Let’s be honest, Ariel Armas was selected in round 5 by the Cubs for his ability behind the plate. The University of San Diego catcher who is now a Cub should begin play very soon in Myrtle Beach. Basic Information. Age – 21 Height – 6-foot. Weight...
Chicago weather: Bask in perfect summer conditions today
CHICAGO - Chicagoans can look forward to idyllic summer weather today, with temperatures across the city offering a comfortable start and a warm afternoon. Most parts of Chicago woke up to temperatures in the 60s, including 64 degrees along the beaches, 67 degrees at Midway, 63 degrees at O'Hare. As...
Sunny and warm Thursday in Chicago
CHICAGO (CBS) — A sunny day is ahead in Chicago. Thursday's high temperatures will be near 80 degrees. Humidity returns on Saturday with highs near 90 degrees. Sunday and next week bring high heat and humidity as temperatures reach the 90s. Unsettled skies also return with multiple rounds of storms each day. The hot pattern looks to continue for much of the week.
Kristina Vänni Named First-Ever ‘Replacement Spokesperson’ for Bob Evans
Bob Evans Farms, a leading name in the food industry, has announced Chicago-area resident and internationally recognized culinary authority Kristina Vänni as their first-ever ‘Replacement Spokesperson.’ This announcement follows a nationwide search for a kitchen-savvy consumer passionate about sharing time-saving kitchen hacks. Kristina Vänni, known for her...
As new Foxtrot owner plans to reopen stores, a former undocumented worker recounts his struggle to find a job and collect back pay
A little over nine years ago, Javier Mancera landed a job at a commissary to supply a startup of boutique convenience stores in Chicago. It seemed promising, he recalled. And it was. He was quickly tasked with hiring more workers as Foxtrot became known as an upscale grocer and cafe chain based in Chicago, which later expanded to Texas and Washington, D.C. That was until Foxtrot and Dom's Kitchen & Market abruptly shuttered in April before filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, causing chaos amongst their customers and leaving hundreds of their workers suddenly without a job.
How Scholarships Are Creating Opportunities For Women In Cannabis
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Benzinga and Women Grow collaborate on a scholarship program to support women and minority-owned cannabis businesses, giving them a platform at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago. Founded in 2014, Women Grow aims to empower women in the cannabis...
Admissions Director Q&A: Donna Swinford of Chicago Booth
In this Admissions Director Q&A, we welcome back Donna Swinford, Associate Dean for Student Recruitment and Admissions for MBA Programs at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Donna is a longtime Chicago resident and has been at Booth since 1997. She joined the Office of Admissions in 2005...
Igniting Chicago’s Real Estate Scene: Ciere Boatright ’05
Ciere Boatright ’05, Chicago’s new commissioner of the Department of Planning & Development, calls herself a “firecracker.” Born on the Fourth of July, she says, “I have a fiery personality ... I have this desire to light up spaces in a positive way.”. Unanimously approved...
Humid Gulf air stages a comeback in Chicago later this weekend…
Comfortable humidity levels settle in next few days before humid Gulf air stages a comeback later this weekend into next week. Thursday forecast dew points: Friday forecast dew points: Saturday forecast dew points: Sunday forecast dew points: Monday forecast dew points: Tuesday forecast dew points:
White Sox make disturbing history in 10-2 loss to Rangers
The White Sox blew another lead to the Rangers Wednesday night, with lefty reliever Jared Shuster allowing six runs in the eighth inning and the offense only mustering four hits in the team's 10th straight loss. It's their second 10-game losing streak of the season, making this the first time...
Taylor Swift Cover Band Headed to Chicago this August
Are you ready for it? While it might not be the real deal Taylor Swift, a Swiftie still loves to jam out to their favorite Taylor tunes. Summer is the perfect time to grab your friends and head to see your favorite band or artist live in concert. For so...
52 Apartments Planned For Rogers Park Lot, But Some Say That’s Too Much
ROGERS PARK — A six-story apartment building could be coming to a vacant Rogers Park lot, but some neighbors say the plan is too dense and doesn’t have enough parking. Developer 5035 Land Owner, LLC is asking Ald. Maria Hadden (49th) for a zoning change to move forward with building 52 apartments at 7728 N. Sheridan Road. There wouldn’t be any retail space included in the project.
122-year-old Tiffany glass window returned to Chicago church
CHICAGO (CBS) — Restoring glory to the church as a multi-panel 122-year-old Tiffany glass stained window is now back in the South Loop's Second Presbyterian Church, as it took a year to restore it."I get to look at the thing as the same year that was made when it was first exhibited to the congregation that put it in."This particular window is a unique, one-of-a-kind balcony window located at Second Presbyterian Church. It's the "Mount of the Holy Cross" window.It stands 16 feet high and is made up of 18 panels and thousands of individual pieces of glass. The stained glass...
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