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Chicago suburb discussing limits on proliferation of gambling terminals
Chicago suburb discussing limits on proliferation of gambling terminals. East Dundee has a high concentration of video gaming machines per capita, with one terminal for every 25 residents, a saturation that has the village board discussing the need for new regulations. Story continues below. Village trustees established a one-year moratorium...
Simone Biles Makes Surprising Admission About Being a ‘Football Wifey’
Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens wasn’t going to miss the chance to support his wife Simone Biles at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Owens got permission from the Bears to leave training camp and fly to Paris to watch Biles compete in-person, where she won gold in the team final, all-around and vault, ...
Flames Come Up Short in Sunday Match At Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (Aug. 25, 2024) – The UIC women's soccer team came up short in a 2-0 loss to Purdue in Sunday's matinee. The Boilermakers netted a goal in each half to secure the victory over the Flames at Folk Field. The full box score and play-by-play recap...
Lowcountry native speaks out on gun violence at DNC
CHICAGO, S.C. (WCBD) – Summerville native, Melody Geddis McFadden, took the stage on the final night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to shine a light on the lasting impacts of gun violence. McFadden wears a lot of hats. She’s a pastor, a veteran, an activist and a voice for those who lost their […]
The Protest Park Nobody Asked For, And Few Were Drawn To, During The DNC
NEAR WEST SIDE — A park in the shadow of the United Center was designated a free speech zone — stage and all — for those looking to protest during the Democratic National Convention. The speaker’s platform instead turned into a sore spot for the city and...
In Memoriam: Phil Donahue Portrait by Photographer Joe Arce
CHICAGO – Last week, the world woke to the news that Phil Donahue, talk show pioneer in the 1970s and beyond, had passed away at age 88. Photographer Joe Arce of HollywoodChicago.com took an Exclusive Portrait of the talker in 2010, and the Portrait is republished as a contributions memorial to Phil Donahue.
Three-legged special needs husky puppy’s story goes viral on social media melting hearts
At PAWS Chicago, a truly adorable puppy has melted the hearts of thousands of people across social media. We ask – how can you not fall in love with Wybie?. The two-month-old Siberian husky was born with only three legs. According to the shelter, he’s also has limited vision and may also be hearing impaired. Now tell me, however – have you ever seen a happier puppy?
Sunday Brunch: Tabú Chicago serves up fresh ceviche and much more
In this week’s edition of the WGN Weekend Morning News Sunday Brunch, Tabú Chicago sous chef Jonathan Acevedo joined Sean Lewis to make fresh ceviche. And Acevedo is one cool customer! He stays Zen-like in a busy kitchen, as you can see in the attached video. “This is...
The DNC put Chicago in the limelight, but it also emptied the Loop of office workers, hurting some restaurants. ‘It was mostly a bad week.’
Chicago stepped into the limelight this week as host of the Democratic National Convention, with Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Democratic Party winning praise for hosting an event without serious disruptions. But even though the roughly 50,000 attendees enjoyed raucous nights at the United Center, parties on Navy Pier and perfect sunny days, many downtown business owners said it was a tough ...
Knobcon Number Twelve Returns Sept 6-8 With Workshops, Sessions, Live Performances & More
Knobcon – the original synth convention – returns to Chicagoland September 6-8, 2024 for its 12th incarnation. Knobcon 12 will feature live performances, workshops, informative sessions, vendor booths and more. The event will be held at its usual location – just outside Chicago, Ill., at the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg.
Tragic Last Days: Jesse Jackson, 82, Trapped in a Wheelchair, Struggling to Eat and Being Minded Around-The-Clock by Nurse and Two Aides
Iconic civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr now requires the assistance of a nurse and two aids as the political leader struggles to eat.RadarOnline.com can reveal the frail 82-year-old former firebrand was spotted confined to a wheelchair in a darkened restaurant at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place during the final day of the Democratic National Convention. Slowed by his waning health, the reverend tried to eat a breakfast of strawberries, grapes and cantaloupe.According to outlets, Jackson would stab his fork into a piece of fruit but take five to ten seconds to reach his lips. He would allegedly...
Harris’ family members are popping up around Chicago this week during the DNC. Here’s who’s who
CHICAGO (AP) — Kamala Harris has a husband, Doug Emhoff, who could make history as America’s first gentleman spouse. Two stepchildren who call her “Momala.”. A politically connected sister who is a top adviser and sounding board. A brother-in-law who temporarily stepped away from a top private sector gig to help elect her. A niece who is the mother of two daughters that Harris dotes on. There’s also her husband’s ex-wife, who defends Harris and Emhoff and their blended family.
Former Chicago Cubs' free-agent bust takes shot at failed 2024 goals
The Chicago Cubs victory over the Miami Marlins on Saturday brought the team back to the .500 mark on the season for the first time since the opening week of June. It's not exactly where the Cubs were hoping they would be in the second half of Craig Counsell's first season. Counsell's former team, the Milwaukee Brewers, is coasting to its second-straight National League Central title. Entering play on Sunday, the Brewers hold a 10.5-game lead over the Cubs for first place in the division.
Chicago shootings: At least 33 shot, 6 fatally, in weekend gun violence across city, police say
At least 33 people have been shot, six fatally, in shootings across Chicago so far this weekend, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA man is dead and two others are injured after an early Sunday morning shooting on the city's Northwest Side, Chicago police said.Police said the shooting happened in the Logan Square neighborhood's 1700-block of North Harding Avenue around 2:30 a.m.Two men, 32 and 19 years old, and a third person, identified only as female, were standing on the street when someone fired shots, police said.The 32-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to his...
Multiple displaced after Lakeview building fire, Chicago fire officials say
Multiple people are without a place to live after a fire engulfed a building on the city's North Side, according to the Chicago Fire Department.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe building caught fire in Lakeview on Sunday morning. By 6:15 a.m. firefighters were working to put the flames out near Greenview at 1435 W Fletcher Street.Several people were evacuated from the building. Chicago fire officials said no one was hurt.The Red Cross was at the scene helping displaced residents. The cause of the fire is under investigation.By 9 a.m. CFD said the fire was out.
Golden Games returns for second year, highlighting retired special needs athletes
Special Children's Charities will host the second annual Golden Games on August 28 and 29.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe games showcase athletes with intellectual disabilities that are 45-years-old and older who compete through various Chicago Park District locations.In all, more than 150 athletes and 66 Chicago Park District coaches will enjoy a great mix of sporting events, skills workshops and social activities at locations across the city/Sporting events include bowling, basketball, archery, adaptive bikes, track and field, flag football, and soccer. Social activities will include a night of dinner and dancing, and a boat...
Penultimate Day of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions Brings Six New National Champions to the Spotlight
Wayne, Ill. – With the final days of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions underway, a new crop of national champions has emerged from the exciting competition at HITS Chicago Lamplight Equestrian Center. Markel/USEF Developing Horse Prix St. Georges. Sabine Schut-Kery (Oceanside, Calif.) took Gorgeous Latino (Glock’s Toto...
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