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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 ...
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.
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 […]
Match report: Philadelphia Union II 3 – 2 Chicago Fire FC II
Late Saturday afternoon at Subaru Park Philadelphia Union II defeated Chicago Fire II 3-2 in a match that continued Fire II’s run of losses and ended Philadelphia’s. Leandro Soria was named man of the match for his brace of goals. Equal billing should go to Union II goalkeeper Mike Sheridan whose penchant for stonewalling Chicago breakaways (at least three by memory, all against right winger Omari Glascow) enabled the Union II win.
TS Summer Session Ends on a High Note
True Star Media’s six-week summer program has come to a close. Disciplines learned by youth this summer included journalism, videography, screenwriting and movie production, cinematography, graphic design, social media and podcasting. Sharmon Jarmon, a True Star podcast instructor and TS alum at BBF (Building Brighter Futures Center for the...
Police seek help in search for teen girl missing for nearly 2 months
CHICAGO — A search is underway for a teen girl who Chicago police say has been missing from the city’s West Side for nearly two months. According to police, 13-year-old Marrayalean Salgado has been missing from the 2400 block of South Spaulding Avenue in Little Village since June 13, and has not been contacted since. […]
White Sox Manager Drops Murky Yoan Moncada Injury Update
It's been a nightmare season for the Chicago White Sox, who have the worst record in the big leagues. The campaign started in a terrible way when Yoan Moncada suffered an abductor injury in early April, and he's yet to return. The Cuban began a rehab assignment recently but he's still feeling ...
Dansby Swanson had his own ritual for watching wife Mallory at Olympics
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson’s day job prevented him from traveling to Paris to watch his wife, US soccer standout Mallory Swanson, take part in the Olympics. As a result, he had to resort to his own set of rituals to try to bring the team good luck. Mallory Swanson scored the lone goal in... The post Dansby Swanson had his own ritual for watching wife Mallory at Olympics appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Migrant shot in Chicago as tensions rise between day laborers and law enforcement officers at Home Depot
CHICAGO - Waiting for jobs outside the Home Depot in Chatham is a game of patience. Each morning, day laborers arrive from all over the city to the shopping center's bustling parking lot to compete with one another for the scarce number of jobs offered by contractors who drive by seeking them out.
Youth Leadership Activation Summit: A Time to Remember
The culture is changing in Chicago – for the better. The Youth Leader Activation Summit recently occurred on the West Side of Chicago. It featured youth speakers, interactive activities, and an opportunity to network with like-minded peers. Intended for Chicago’s youth ages 14-19, the summit empowered participants to identify community problems, take actions to solve them, and ultimately impact their communities in a positive way.
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