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Bloomington woman chosen to sing national anthem at a White Sox game
MCLEAN COUNTY (25News Now) - A 25-year-old music teacher from Bloomington, Destinee Feliciano, was announced as the winner of the Chicago White Sox National Anthem Contest. She is a lifelong fan of the team. Feliciano will sing the anthem before the game on Tuesday, Sept. 10 vs. Cleveland at 6:40 p.m.
Illinois Town Is Going Green With Labor Day Weekend Festival
An Illinois town has proven that it doesn't have to be Saint Patrick's Day to celebrate Irish heritage. My mom's side of the family is Irish and my relatives know how to have a good time and party. Just think about it, Saint Patrick's Day is definitely a fun holiday. Unfortunately, it's only one day and comes only once a year.
Evel Knievel vehicles set to make rare public appearance in far northwest suburbs
VOLO, Ill. — Ever wanted to see some of Evel Knievel’s stunt vehicles up close and personal? The chance to do so is coming up at the end of August in the northwest suburbs. The Volo Museum in Volo, Illinois is partnering with Motor Mania to give visitors the opportunity to see many of Evel […]
This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
Live in Illinois? Your Social Security Number Probably Stolen Now
Do you live in Illinois? Then you have a very good reason to be concerned. Thanks to a class-action lawsuit, it's been revealed that a background check company had a data breach which compromised nearly 3 billion social security numbers and includes every single citizen in the Land of Lincoln.
‘Keen to unite the winner and their winnings:’ Illinois Lottery searching for Powerball winner as deadline to claim prize approaches
CHICAGO — A lucky Illinois lottery player struck it big during a Powerball drawing last year and officials are searching for the winner as the deadline to cash the ticket is quickly approaching. Illinois lottery officials said a $100,000 winning Powerball ticket for the Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023 drawing was sold in September at a Road […]
Crash with injuries reported on Kenwood Road in Sycamore Township
CINCINNATI — A crash with injuries has been reported on Kenwood Road in Sycamore Township. Hamilton County emergency crews are responding to the scene, near the intersection with East Galbraith Road. The extent of the injuries, along with the number of vehicles involved, is unknown at this time. For...
Mayor Johnson says Chicago is ready for the DNC, predicting a safe convention
The Democratic National Convention that begins on Monday will mark the 26th time the city of Chicago has hosted a Democratic or Republican Party National Convention since 1860, and Mayor Brandon Johnson says the city is ready.
Dolton deputy police chief facing new lawsuit over overtime pay
DOLTON, Ill. — Lewis Lacey, the acting police deputy chief in south suburban Dolton, is facing a new lawsuit over tens of thousands of dollars in overtime pay. Lacey is being sued by the Village of Dolton for overtime they say he paid himself but was never eligible to receive. The lawsuit alleges that between […]
Banners along 95th Street display creativity of Naperville students
Naperville has drawn the best from aspiring Picassos throughout Naperville School District 203 to add some color to a city street. “The banners are on 95th Street from Cedar Glade Drive, down to Book Road,” said Dawn Portner, city clerk and staff liaison for Naperville’s public art program. “We’ve been working in collaboration with District 203, (Indian Prairie School) District 204… It just gives us an opportunity to highlight our students’ talents.”
Migrant who skipped out on Chicago gun case fled to Denver, robbed jewelry store with Venezuelan street gang: report
CHICAGO — A Venezuelan migrant featured in a CWBChicago story about the performance of our city’s ShotSpotter system was part of an armed Venezuelan street gang that violently robbed a Denver jewelry store, the New York Post reports. As we told you in our May 21 story, Jan...
Former school nurse in Arlington Heights accused of mishandling students’ medications
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. – Felony charges have been filed against a former school nurse in Arlington Heights accused of misappropriating medication prescribed to students. According to Arlington Heights police, 48-year-old Tory Eitz has been charged with one felony count of official misconduct, one felony count of forgery and one misdemeanor count of endangering the life or health […]
We Got A Special Preview Of The Obama Presidential Center And Its Mission Transform Chicago’s Black Workforce
ESSENCE was invited to a special preview of the Center in early August to learn more the design, scale and workforce impact of the campus leading up to its opening. After many years of planning and delays, the Presidential Obama Center is finally coming and it’s poised to change the city of Chicago forever.
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