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Free household hazardous waste collection on July 27
The City of Evanston has partnered with the Village of Skokie to offer a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event to residents from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, at the Niles North High School North Parking Lot. This event is held in conjunction with SWANCC and SWALCO, two solid waste agencies in the area. Check out the image for a list of accepted and not accepted items. Sign up for an appointment time or register today.
Bickering in DuPage County reveals lack of oversight and loss of millions of tax dollars
When recreational marijuana became legal in Illinois in 2020, it seemed like an easy source of new revenue for local governments. DuPage County was among many that enacted a sales tax on cannabis. But by mid-2021, officials there noticed they weren’t getting any of the new money. The Illinois Department of Revenue said the county never notified it to collect the tax. The county clerk said she ...
West suburban residents say freight trains idle, releasing fumes, for hours and even days at a time
Residents in west suburban River Forest say idling trains that sit for hours, and sometimes days, creating loud noise and releasing engine fumes are causing them to have concerns for their health."When you start smelling it, you start tasting it," said Clay Hulen.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchResidents like Hulen are fuming over Union Pacific-operated trains that they say frequently stop on the tracks by their homes. Residents shared several videos and ABC7's chopper also caught one idling weeks ago.They are all tired of the noise of the idling trains and the fumes."More importantly, is the...
Center for Better Aging opens Tuesday on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO (CBS)—A South Side organization dedicated to lifelong health care for people over 50 is opening a new space called the Center for Better Aging, which is also focused on saving lives. "We actually created this space with older adults in mind." A space dedicated to those 50 and older in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood. It's the first geriatric-approved emergency room on the South Side. It's located inside the St. Bernard Ambulatory Care Center.The goal is to address healthcare disparities for older adults on Chicago's South Side. "We're bringing medical services to the southside in a way that's compassionate and specialized for...
Chicago weather: On/off storm chances through midweek
CHICAGO - A few showers and storms developed over the far west and northwest suburbs on Monday. While severe weather is not anticipated, these storms could bring torrential downpours through sunset. Showers will taper off tonight, leaving the area with partly cloudy skies and lows in the mid-60s. Scattered showers...
3 shot, 1 fatally, in Lawndale, Chicago police say
One person is dead and two more were injured in a shooting in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood Monday afternoon, police said.The shooting happened near Cermak and Karlov on the West Side. Police said three men were near a home's backyard when someone pulled out a gun and opened fire.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIt was not immediately known whether any of the three who were struck had fired shots.Police said a 37-year-old man was shot in the head and pronounced dead at the scene.A 34-year-old man was struck in the leg, and a 26-year-old man was struck in the chest and armpit area, police said. Both were taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital and were initially reported to be in good condition.No one is currently in custody, police said. An investigation is ongoing.INTERACTIVE CRIME TRACKER: Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Overturns on Chicago's I-294, No Injuries Reported After Collision with Sedan
Chicago-area commuters witnessed an unusual sight Monday morning as an Oscar Mayer Wienermobile ended up on its side following a crash on Interstate 294. According to CBS Chicago, the incident occurred near Roosevelt Road at around 11:12 a.m. when the iconic vehicle collided with a sedan. Illinois State Police reported...
Oz Park’s New Playground Unveiled In Lincoln Park
LINCOLN PARK — Dorothy’s Playlot, the popular playground at Oz Park, reopened to the public Monday as dozens of neighbors of all ages celebrated the new and improved amenities. The playground — once home to the largest underground rat colony in the city — had been closed since...
Tucker Wetmore plots debut headling tour: “An absolute dream of mine”
Fast-rising country artist Tucker Wetmore has announced his headlining Waves on a Sunset Tour. The trek kicks off Oct. 4 in Statesboro, Georgia, and will hit Chattanooga, Grand Rapids, Little Rock, Knoxville and more before concluding in Chicago on Nov. 16. “GUYS I’M GOING ON MY FIRST HEADLINE TOUR!!” Tucker...
Chicago Air Quality Alert: Smoke from Canadian Wildfires Arrives Wednesday Morning
Chicago, IL – Smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to reach Chicago by Wednesday morning, bringing poor air quality and hazy skies to the city. The US National Weather Service warns that the smoke will affect visibility and pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. According to the US...
Pre-Trial Release Denied for suspect charged with drug-induced homicide of Naperville man
A Chicago man was denied pre-trial release on Friday, July 19, after being accused of supplying a fatal dose of Fentanyl and Alprazolam to a man from Naperville in February 2023, according to a news release from the DuPage County State’s Attorney and the Naperville Police Department. Christopher Hobson,...
Illinois Wins $430M EPA Grant to Reduce Pollution and Spur Clean Energy Transition
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $4.3 billion in funding Monday as part of its Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program, and Illinois was a big winner, nabbing $430 million. There were 300 applicants to the program, but just 25 selected recipients, including the state of Illinois. Grant awards ranged from...
New Illinois law expands family counseling services for first responders
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — A new Illinois law will expand mental health coverage for first responders and their families. The plan requires every self-insured county and municipality cover marriage and couples counseling for police and firefighters. This change will apply to local first responders, Illinois State Police, university law...
NWS confirms record 27 tornadoes from July 15th storms
CHICAGO — The record-breaking number of tornadoes that touched down in the Chicago and Rockford areas during last Monday’s Derecho continues to climb. On Monday, the National Wheater Service (NWS) updated the total tornado count from the storms to include three more twisters that touched down in the NWS Chicago forecast area. According to the […]
Cases dismissed for 3 involved in Loop protest of Israel-Hamas war last month
Protesters demanding a cease-fire in Gaza and an end to U.S. military aid to Israel appeared in court Monday.They were arrested after blocking streets in the Loop last month.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThose charged say they are protected by the First Amendment.Before going into court, they sang and prayed.Most have been involved in numerous demonstrations since the war began months ago. They held signs remembering a number of Palestinians who have been killed."I felt like I must do something to stop the U.S. bombs from going to kill innocent children in Gaza," said Sherri Bevel,...
DePaul Women’s Tennis Claims ITA Academic Award for 17th-Consecutive Year
CHICAGO – The DePaul women's tennis team was recognized for its academic excellence on Monday afternoon as the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) announced its academic awards for the 2023-24 season. The Blue Demons earned the team academic award for the 17th-straight season while all eight student-athletes earned ITA Scholar-Athlete distinction.
New IL bill requires weather radios installed in recently built mobile homes
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — A new bill in the Capitol aims to keep everyone a bit safer during severe weather, particularly those who live in mobile homes. Now, weather radios are required to be installed in newly manufactured mobile homes. Ed Shimon, the warning coordination meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Lincoln, knows this […]
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