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Fans Worried For Angel Reese, Chicago Sky After Practice Cancellation Details Emerge
The Chicago Sky are set to host the Washington Mystics on Wednesday night at Wintrust Arena. The Sky have lost four of five since the break and dropped the last two games by a combined four points. However, the Sky's Tuesday practice was called off due to multiple players feeling ...
Controversial Intentional Walk Sparks Ruling Debate in Cubs Game
The Cubs faced a perplexing situation in the top of the eighth during their game against the Marlins, trailing 3-1 with runners on second and third. They intentionally walked Jesús Sánchez, who was then replaced by pinch-runner Cristian Pache but failed to touch first base. An appeal play ruled Pache out, leading to a scoring change under MLB rule 9.07(b)(7), stating that a batter who doesn't touch first on a walk is out. The Marlins eventually won 7-2, capitalizing on the play which shifted the momentum significantly.
Strong storms result in 'chaos' for NW suburb
Tuesday night’s storms ended the extreme heat but brought their own problems. In Des Plaines, they’re dealing with the aftermath. The storms’ fierce winds resulted in a tree splitting and crashing on one resident’s car.
Illinois Teacher Goes Viral Asking Parents Not To Bring Kid’s Birthday Cupcakes
One teacher in Illinois has a back-to-school ask of parents. Ann Brackemyer, a kindergarten teacher in Morrison, is going viral as kiddos are going back to school with what she says is an "unpopular opinion". Parents love to bring cupcakes to school on the kid's birthday for the class. It's...
Free Museum Days In Illinois During September
If you're looking for some family fun but are on a tight budget, there are opportunities available for free days at some Illinois museums. During September Some Illinois Museums Offer Free Days. I was pretty lucky growing up. My parents liked to do activities as a family so I got...
Federal pandemic relief funding for schools is ending. How has it impacted Illinois schools?
Superintendent Brian DeBernardi walks along the outside of Northwest Elementary School in LaSalle. “You can see where this kind of juts out. None of this was here,” he says, pointing to a 15,000 square-foot addition to the school. It’s brand-new — kids just stepped in the doors last week.
Heat indices up to 119 degrees followed by severe storms in Northern Illinois
Areas in Northern Illinois experienced heat indices of up to 119 degrees on Tuesday, followed by severe storms at night. The National Weather Service in Chicago says that Dixon recorded a high temperature of 97 degrees with a heat index of 119 degrees. O'Hare Airport in Chicago had a temperature reading of 99 degrees with a heat index of 115 degrees.
Temperatures drop slightly, thunderstorms expected this week
Illinoisans are catching a little break from the extreme heat seen earlier this week with temperatures soaring to the 100’s. An Excessive Heat Warning was in effect Tuesday 11am-8pm causing the Danville Consolidated School District to transition to an E-learning day and all outdoor programming sponsored by the Champaign Park District was cancelled.
Mental Health Roundtable in Munster on NWI Needs and Resources
In Munster, State Representative Mike Andrade will host a Mental Health Roundtable to discuss Northwest Indiana’s mental health needs and resources available to the community, a news release said. The event will include guests from the Griffith Police Department Social Services Division, Indiana Counseling Association, and Regional Mental Health Center, with Indiana’s Lieutenant Governor as keynote speaker. The public event is scheduled for Wednesday August 28, 2024, 10 am to 12 noon at Munster Town Hall on Ridge Road.
Fitness Premier’s Small-Market Strategy: How Community Focus and Strategic Real Estate Drive 30% Growth
Through thoughtful location choices and deep community involvement, the gym chain is expanding its footprint and impact across the U.S. Fitness Premier takes a holistic approach to community building. It engages both within the gym walls and beyond. Their success in this area stems from a strategic focus on real estate and location. By concentrating… The post Fitness Premier’s Small-Market Strategy: How Community Focus and Strategic Real Estate Drive 30% Growth appeared first on Athletech News.
As climate change worsens, deadly prison heat is increasingly an everywhere problem
This story was produced by The Appeal and co-published with Grist. On June 19, Michael Broadway struggled to breathe inside his cell at Stateville Correctional Center, a dilapidated Illinois state prison about 40 miles southwest of Chicago. Outside, temperatures hovered in the 90s, with a heat index — what the...
Men's Soccer Opens Jesuit Invitational Against Loyola Chicago
Omaha, Neb. -- Creighton Men's Soccer Begins the 2024 Jesuit Invitational a few hours earlier than expected on Thursday, August 29 as the Bluejays host Loyola Chicago at 1:30 pm. Originally scheduled at 7:00 p.m., the match was moved up in an effort to avoid thunderstorms in the forecast. 2024...
10 Manned Saints Find Late Winner in Season Opener
Chicago, Ill. – The Aquinas men's soccer team started off their season on a high note after beating the Saint Xavier Cougars 1-0 this evening (Aug. 28). The result not only put the Saints into the win column to begin the year, but it is also the first time that AQ has won in Chicago since 2016.
Chicago coach quits after disparaging remarks on radio show about Tim Walz’s son
Amy Jacobson resigned as head volleyball coach at Amundsen High School after disparaging comments made on her radio show about vice presidential nominee Tim Walz's son, the district confirmed.
1 person hospitalized after turbulence forces United flight headed to Chicago to land in Memphis
One person was taken to a hospital Wednesday after a United Airlines flight was diverted to Memphis, Tennessee, because of severe turbulence, officials said. The person was in non-critical condition when taken to a hospital after the flight headed from Cancun, Mexico, to Chicago landed at Memphis International Airport, United and the Memphis Fire Department said in separate statements.
Chicago man charged with bank robbery and attempted robbery in back-to-back incidents
CHICAGO - A Chicago man has been charged with robbing a bank in Evanston and trying to rob another bank in Chicago on back-to-back days earlier this month, according to an indictment filed Tuesday in federal court. Jeffrey Sulaski, 64, allegedly robbed an Associated Bank in Evanston on August 3,...
Pet pic of the week
Senior puggle mix Khaleesi is looking for her forever home. True to her beagle half, Khaleesi is a talkative lady and unfortunately has been surrendered to Hinsdale Humane Society for barking too much. She would do best in a detached home where she can be free to tell you about her day. Khaleesi is 10 years old, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. She is housebroken and loves to go on short walks and play. She is approved for children 5 and older and her adoption fee is $350. If you are interested in meeting Khaleesi, stop by the Hinsdale Humane Society Tuthill Family Pet Rescue & Resource Center, visit http://www.hinsdalehumanesociety.org or call (630) 323-5630. (photo provided)
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