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Movement in Music Ensemble at Hammond High School!
Music in Movement Ensemble (MIME) will be performing a short chamber concert this Friday, July 26th that you don't want to miss! MIME is a new, innovative music orchestra local to Howard County that brings music to life. With their performances being shorter in length in an informal setting, it's the perfect family friendly concert to attend!
Longtime Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, mother of Chicago mayor's top advisor, dies at 74
U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a three-decade member of Congress, has died, the 74-year-old's family said on Friday."Today, with incredible grief of our loss yet deep gratitude for the life she shared with us, we announced the passing of United States Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of the 18th Congressional District of Texas," Jackson Lee's family wrote. "A fierce champion of the people, she was affectionately and simply known as 'Congresswoman' by her constituents in recognition of her near-ubiquitous presence and service to their daily lives for more than 30 years."ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchJackson Lee...
Prom for senior (citizens) takes place on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO (CBS) — Their high school prom may have been decades ago, but for a moment in time, for some seniors in Roseland, Friday was prom day as some residents showed how they turned back the clock and danced the day away. Feeling good about how you look never gets old."The good part about it is that you're happy."Ninety-five-year-old 95-year Delorse Williams feels 16 all over again. She's reflecting on her high school prom experience…"I remember I got a good kiss, haha," said Williams.Because on Friday, she got to relive it. It's Senior Prom Day at Roseland Place, a senior living facility...
Beware of Scam in Illinois Involving Amazon and Temu Package Shipments
Thieves are working around the clock trying to come up with new ways to trick you using all the latest technology and techniques to steal your identity and money. Illinois and Wisconsin residents who order products online that are being shipped to their homes need to know about this latest scam that uses fake text messages about package deliveries.
UP Mall, Family Express among those impacted by IT outage
MISHAWAKA, Ind.-- The global outage has also inconvenienced people’s day to day lives here in Michiana. Many having a hard time grabbing their morning coffee, taking money out from ATMS, and filling up gas tanks. University Park Mall remained open despite a few stores not being able to operate,...
'It's a neighborhoody store': Local Mom-and-pop children's shoe shop marking 90 special years
Gotskind’s Shoes and Clothing opened in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side in 1934. It eventually moved to Oak Park and then opened in Oakbrook Terrace and downtown Naperville, the only store that remains.
Man killed in I-55 crash near Channahon ID'd, officials say
At least one person was killed in a crash on Interstate 55 near south suburban Channahon on Thursday night, officials said.Illinois State Police said a pick-up truck slammed into a bobtail truck just after 11 p.m. in the northbound lanes of I-55 near Bluff Road.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA Channahon man was taken to Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The Will County Coroner's Office identified him as 36-year-old Michael W. Thrasher.Video shows a vehicle in the center ditch with extensive damage. I-55 northbound was shut down at Bluff Road until around 4:30 a.m.An investigation into what led up to the crash is underway.
Great weather for Brickyard weekend!
We are kicking off Brickyard weekend with sunshine and mild temperatures throughout central Indiana. Lows dropped to the mid-50s in our outlying counties this morning, and closer to 60° in Indianapolis. The weather is going to stay dry today with a high-pressure system located over the Great Lakes region. However, we will see more clouds building into the state this afternoon. Highs will reach into the lower 80s.
Midwest Severe Weather: 39 Tornadoes Confirmed from Iowa to Indiana from Storms
Midwest – The recent severe weather from Iowa to Indiana has led to the confirmation of 39 tornadoes, as storm surveys continue. The surveys, conducted by the US National Weather Service offices in Quad Cities, Chicago, and Central Illinois, reveal the widespread impact of the storms from last Monday.
Behind The Scenes At Operation Charlie Bravo
Kelly Law Offices have a strong partnership with Operation Charlie Bravo, which provides hands-on programs for veterans. Justin recently traveled to Crown Point, Indiana and got a tour of the OCB facilities from Director Jason Zaideman. For more information on Kelly Law Offices, visit IndianaBikerLawyers.com or call 855-212-7165.
Governor Holcomb Preparing to Visit Australia, Singapore
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric Holcomb has announced that he will soon be traveling to Australia and Singapore, as part of an “economic development trip.” Essentially, the trip is meant to establish and foster relationships with businesses in those countries, with a particular emphasis on sectors like manufacturing, defense, and energy. Holcomb says, “Australia and Singapore […] The post Governor Holcomb Preparing to Visit Australia, Singapore appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
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