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‘So proud': 4 Olympic Volleyball players from Chicago area trained at same suburban gym
Four Olympic volleyball players on Team USA who all trained at the same gym in Aurora are garnering special recognition as they live out a dream they helped build together. “They’re not just the best, you know, athletes out of our program and in our country, but they’re also true character people ,” said Stephan Hewitt, the boys' program director at Sports Performance Volleyball. “They’re people that are really proud representatives of everything we strive for our kids to achieve here both on the court and off the court.”
Carpentersville Dam approved for removal starting later this month, says forest preserve district
After almost a decade of planning, the Carpentersville Dam on the Fox River will be removed starting in late August, according to a news release. A ceremony marking the dam's removal will be scheduled at a later date. The dam is part of the Fox River Shores Forest Preserve in...
Mostly sunny in Chicago for Day 2 of the Air and Water Show
CHICAGO (CBS) — Ideal conditions for the Air & Water Show, with great visibility and lots of sun. Just fair weather clouds in the late afternoon. A dry west/northwest wind flow of 5-15 mph will keep humidity levels low. Boaters can expect a west wind of 10-15 knots and...
Chicago Tribune Silver Football: What to know about the Big Ten’s highest honor, 100 years later
One hundred years later, the Chicago Tribune Silver Football remains one of the highest honors a Big Ten player can receive. The list of winners includes future Pro Football Hall of Famers and Super Bowl MVPs along with others less remembered in the sport’s annals. But all have individual stories of perseverance and determination that made them into the men they were. Originally intended for the ...
Uptown burglar enters building by compromising key box intended for first responders
CHICAGO — Now that almost everyone in Chicago knows that thieves have compromised the U.S. Postal Service master key system to access buildings across the city, we’re learning about another problem. Residents of an Uptown condo building are dealing with a burglar who has found a way to...
Hit-and-run driver badly injured scooter rider downtown, police say
CHICAGO — Police are asking for help as they try to find the hit-and-run driver who left a scooter rider badly injured downtown. The crash occurred around 5:56 p.m. on July 26 in the 600 block of West Taylor Street. According to a Chicago police crash report, a 45-year-old...
Harmony House for Cats and their upcoming benefit pub crawl for kitties
Chicago recently lost a great advocate for cats, Ann Dieter, Board Chair at Harmony House for Cats. Jennifer Zameic, shelter manager discusses this all-cat shelter in Avondale, and what makes this facility unique. Also, how to pick the right cat for you. And there’s a benefit pub crawl for kitties, September 28; learn more here.
Quiz: Test your knowledge of Chicago weather
This week, the National Weather Service announced that the Chicago area had 32 tornadoes during last month's epic storm. We also reported that Chicago and the Midwest have the most unpredictable forecasts in the country. So, let's do a quiz!. Play past quizzes:. How well do you know 1992?
DNC cleanup aims to improve Chicago beyond the convention, but also echo 1996 efforts
The man leading the city of Chicago’s planning efforts for the Democratic National Convention likes to compare the preparation needed for next week’s political celebration to hosting a house party. And he now has a clear directive: It’s time to cut the grass. For months, legions of city workers have been preparing for the estimated 50,000 politicians, national media and others expected to ...
Two shot inside Englewood restaurant, Chicago police say
CHICAGO (CBS) — Two men are hurt after a shooting inside a restaurant in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood Saturday afternoon. According to the Chicago Police Department, a 34-year-old man was inside the restaurant, Shack Seafood and Steak, in the 7300 block of South Halsted Street around 4:30 p.m. when a 33-year-old man walked in and shot him in the face and arm. Then, a third man, 34, pulled out a gun and shot the first shooter in the thigh and the back. The first victim was transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center and was initially reported in serious condition. The two suspected shooters were taken in for questioning. Two weapons were recovered after the incident, and police are investigating.
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law receives $5 million
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in Chicago has announced a $5 million gift made in honor of alumnus Carter G. Phillips (JD ’77) to expand and rename the Supreme Court and Appellate Advocacy Center’s programs. Inspired by major contributions from the Sidley Austin Foundation as well as Northwestern...
Announcers make fun of fan's stupid decision
If MLB fans take one thing away from Friday and Saturday’s games, let it be this. Stay off of the field. A fan running onto the field during the ninth inning of Friday’s game between the Detroit Tigers and San Francisco Giants was mocked by both team’s announcers — and rightly so. That wasn’t enough Read more... The post MLB announcers narrate fan injuring himself jumping onto field appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Tigers, White Sox & Whitecaps Slip on Saturday, but Cubs & Bears Succeed
UNDATED (WHTC-AM/FM, Aug. 11, 2024) – Logan Webb allowed four hits with eight strikeouts over seven innings as the San Francisco Giants stifled the visiting Detroit Tigers yesterday, 3-1. The series at Oracle Park concludes this afternoon, with coverage led by Greg Gania at 3:40 PM on 99 7/1450 WHTC.
Bush Ignites Nostalgia in Chicago with ‘Loaded: The Greatest Hits’ Tour
Bush Ignites Nostalgia in Chicago with ‘Loaded: The Greatest Hits’ Tour. On a warm Wednesday evening, August 7, the Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island was electrified with the sound of roaring guitars and thunderous drums as British rock band Bush took the stage for their highly anticipated “Loaded: The Greatest Hits” tour. The band, led by the iconic frontman and guitarist Gavin Rossdale, delivered a performance that not only revisited their extensive catalog of hits but also connected deeply with an energetic and passionate Chicago crowd.
How does the Chicago Air and Water Show impact animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo?
CHICAGO — Huge crowds will flock to the Lake Michigan shoreline this weekend for the annual Chicago Air and Water Show, and the animals at the Lincoln Park Zoo will get a front-row seat. But how do they feel about all of the noise? “It’s very similar to a human, how we feel when something […]
Cool nights, sunny days ahead for Chicago area
CHICAGO - We’re in for a crisp and clear Saturday night in Chicago with temperatures dipping into the 50s. As for Sunday, get ready for more of the same delightful weather. The morning will greet us with mostly sunny skies, transitioning to partly cloudy conditions by the afternoon. Highs will once again hover around 78 degrees, making it a fantastic day to enjoy the outdoors.
Woman injured after argument leads to stabbing on North Side
CHICAGO — Police are searching for two people who stabbed a woman during an argument on the city’s North Side early Saturday morning. According to Chicago police, the incident unfolded around 3 a.m. in the 4400 block of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive, near Montrose Beach in Uptown. Officers said a 20-year-old woman got into […]
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