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Many Spot Bizarre Daytime Meteors Exploding Over Illinois & Iowa
You will sometimes see a meteor burn up in the atmosphere over Illinois and Iowa, but you'll rarely see them during the daytime which is exactly what happened early Friday morning. The American Meteor Society documented this widely-seen meteor or meteors that appeared at approximately 6:13am Friday morning over Illinois,...
WATCH: Guy Swears He Has Video Proof There’s a Dome Over Illinois
This just in. You might be living in a real life Matrix. Don't believe me? A guy swears he has video proof that there's a dome over Illinois. This brand new video share made me chuckle a little bit and I'm not trying to give the guy who shared this a hard time. To say that I don't understand everything I see in the skies above Illinois and Missouri is an understatement. His video entitled "Dome spotted in Illinois!!" is interesting.
Community Spotlight: Community Foundation of East-Central Illinois
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Community Foundation of East-Central Illinois is a foundation that provides grants to nonprofit organizations in nine counties in Central Illinois. The grants can be used for any durable goods — anything that is hard and durable. Allison Winters, the President and CEO of the Community Foundation, came on The Morning […]
DNC notebook: Moore takes a (hot dog) stand, Warnock recalls his Baltimore days
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker engage in a different type of dog fight, and Sen. Raphael Warnock shows off his Baltimore bona fides in a speech to the Maryland delegation at the DNC.
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.
Upscale Pickleball Club Opens in Northbrook
Slate Pickleball Club will join the Northbrook community at Brookside Plaza this fall. The 16,000 square foot space features seven state-of-the-art air-conditioned indoor courts as well as a full-service bar, café and pro shop. The club will offer adult and junior programming on the market, including leagues, private and...
Lake County sheriff looking for driver that critically injured bicyclist in hit-and-run on Route 53
The Lake County Sheriff's Department is looking for the driver that struck and critically injured a bicyclist in Long Grove last weekend.The sheriff's department said the incident happened on Sunday, Aug. 18, at about 4:15 p.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said they were called to Route 53 west of Robert Parker Coffin Road for a hit-and-run crash involving a 63-year-old bicyclist from Kildeer. They said the man was biking south on the shoulder of Rte. 53 when a driver in a gray pickup truck, traveling in the same direction, passed a slower vehicle by driving onto the shoulder and into the grass.When the driver did this, police said they struck the bicyclist then fled south on Rte. 53.The bicyclist was taken to Northwest Community Hospital with serious injuries and was then transferred to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.The sheriff's office is asking anyone who may have a dashboard camera, including commercial vehicles, and who were on Route 53 between Route 83 and Lake Cook Road to contact them at 847-377-4000.
Wheelchair football teams head to Rosemont for big tournament
ROSEMONT, Ill. (CBS) – The athletes who play wheelchair football wear helmets, but no shoulder pads, because they hit with their wheelchairs.Some of the best wheelchair athletes around are playing in Rosemont all weekend long at a big tournament at the Wintrust Financial Campus."You're going to see a lot of quick movements, a lot of hits, a lot of falls, but really, a lot of heart and a lot of great plays," said. "It's a lot of mayhem, but it's amazing."The game of metal and muscle is not for the faint of heart, but it's perfect for Mak Nong and...
Richardson Adventure Farm reveals this year's design for 'world's largest corn maze'
CHICAGO - Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove, known for the "world's largest corn maze," is back this fall with a new theme. Each year Richardson's 28-acre corn field is trimmed into a new design with nearly 10 miles of trails to navigate. The 2024 Adventure Maze pays homage to...
Over 25 Breweries Featured at Morton Arboretum’s Cider and Ale Festival in October
Lisle, IL – The Morton Arboretum will bring together craft beer and cider lovers on October 5 for its annual Cider and Ale Festival. This event will run from noon to 4 p.m. and features seasonal beverages from over two dozen breweries. Attendees will have the chance to sample offerings from popular names like Black Horizon Brewing Company, The Cider Farm, and Right Bee Cider.
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Celebrates its Grand Opening in North Aurora!
Is excited to announce the grand opening of its newest location in North Aurora, Illinois, Located at 1047 W Orchard Rd, North Aurora, IL 60542. It was a fun-filled day for the entire community with games, raffles and more!. The first 100 guests will received a free hot dog, setting...
Motorcycle ride to honor late Kane County Deputy Chris Ruchaj
A motorcycle ride on Sunday will honor the memory of Kane County Deputy Chris Ruchaj, who recently died unexpectedly at the age of 50. The event starts at Fox River Harley-Davidson in St. Charles, with registration at 8:30 a.m. The ride will depart at 11 a.m. and conclude at Lee'z Place in Sandwich, where there will be live music and raffles to benefit Ruchaj's three children.
Neuqua Valley boys golf begins the 2024 DVC slate with a win over Naperville Central
Naperbrook Golf Course welcomes Neuqua Valley boys golf and Naperville Central for the opening DVC match of the season. Wildcat Braden Chung is coming off his individual title at the McGonagle City Championship; however, the Redhawks shot two strokes better as a team. This highlight is sponsored by BMO. Naperville...
Andre Adams’ four touchdown passes propels Antioch to 34-22 season-opening win over Lebanon
The buzz surrounding Antioch sophomore quarterback Andre Adams was at a fever pitch entering the season. Following a breakout freshman campaign, many wondered what was next for the 15-year-old standout signal-caller. Adams answered those questions Friday night passing for four touchdowns and leading Antioch to a 34-22 and avenging last...
Two Women College Presidents Announce Their Resignations
President of North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, has stepped down from her role during a leave of absence. Her resignation was effective July 30, about one year after she took office on July 1, 2023. When she assumed her presidency last summer, Dr. Thomas became the college’s first woman...
Country star Luke Bryan's tour truck gets stuck under downtown bridge ahead of Chicago show
CHICAGO - An equipment semi-truck from country star Luke Bryan's tour got stuck under a bridge in downtown Chicago ahead of his show at Wrigley Field this weekend. A bystander captured images of the stuck semi-truck Saturday morning under a bridge at Irving and DuSable Lake Shore Drive and shared them on Reddit.
Chicago Public Schools teachers, students prepare for start of new school year on Monday
With school starting on Monday for Chicago Public Schools students, some teachers are doing their back-to-school shopping Saturday. “Two of my friends, we come every year and it’s great because you can truly get everything you need and kind of everything that you run out of toward the end of the year,” teacher Ken Lowndes said.
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