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Woodridge PD: 2 dead, one gravely injured after apparent murder suicide
WOODRIDGE, Ill. — Two males are dead and another is in grave condition after a shooting in the southwest suburbs Friday night. According to the Woodridge Police Department, officers were called to the 3500 block of 83rd Street around 9 p.m. and when they arrived on scene, they found two dead males and one male […]
A day in the life of the Ainger family
HARVARD, Ill. — There are few things the Ainger family looks forward to more than their county fair. The nearly week-long event is an opportunity to showcase their animals and have fun with old friends. “The fair is the highlight of our summer,” Alan Ainger said. Alan and...
Lombard boys' rocky business venture proves to be a sparkling success
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A group of 9- and 10-year-old boys found a fun way to spend their summer break. They stumbled on a gold mine – or rather, a rock mine – that has turned into a sparkling success.Carter, Isiah, Tommy, and Pete are buds from the same neighborhood in Lombard. Now they're business partners."Isiah was smashing these rocks with a hammer, and he found one of the gems," Carter said. "Then Isiah said we should sell these, and then we just started selling them."Taken from Isiah's side yard, the boys hammered out a plan as solid as their merchandise....
‘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.”
2 teens hospitalized after being shot in Pilsen, Chicago police say
CHICAGO — Two teenagers were hospitalized after being shot late Saturday night in Pilsen on the city’s Lower West Side. According to Chicago police, an 18-year-old male and a 15-year-old male were walking on the sidewalk in the 1600 block of South Morgan Street just before 10:30 p.m. Saturday when they heard gunshots. Police say […]
Our Chicago: New Rules For Real Estate Commission
Things are about to change when it comes to buying and selling a home.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchStarting Saturday, August 17, 2024, new rules will take effect regarding real estate commissions.The change comes as part of a settlement of class action lawsuits filed by homeowners against the National Association of Realtors.Those lawsuits claimed homeowners were forced to pay inflated commissions to sell their homes.The National Association of Realtors has denied any wrongdoing."As a result of the NAR settlement, buyers are going to be asked to sign a representation agreement with the brokerage where their agent...
Navy Pier to host inaugural 'Taste of Sunshine' to celebrate small local eateries
A Chicago organization is helping shine a light on small businesses that often go unnoticed.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchSunshine Enterprises is hosting its inaugural "Taste of Sunshine" on Wednesday August 14 at Navy Pier.20 food vendors will be on hand, cooking up a storm at the Chicago landmark from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.The mission of Sunshine Enterprises is to empower high-potential entrepreneurs living in under-resourced neighborhoods, to grow their business and transform their communities.The organization currently serves hundreds of unique entrepreneurs throughout Chicagoland, at hubs across the city."Taste of Sunshine" is just one way Sunshine Enterprises hopes to spark growth for local eateries and help them reach their full potential.The event is free, but food will be available for purchase. Cash will not be accepted. Debit, credit and electronic payments will only be accepted.
First-time headliners head to North Avenue Beach for day 2 of the Chicago Air and Water Show
A gorgeous sunrise set the tone on North Avenue Beach for day 2 of the 64th annual Chicago Air and Water Show.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchAll different kinds of aircraft will be ripping through the Chicago skyline on Sunday morning.The US Navy Blue Angels and the Army Golden Knights Parachute Teams will roar across the city, leaving an unforgettable experience.SEE ALSO | Chicago Air & Water Show 2024: Parking, transit, full lineup, prohibited items and moreThere will also be many amazing civilian performers in stunt planes, including some appearing in the show for the first...
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...
UI Health Nurses Set for Strike in Chicago After Contract Talks Stall, Demands for Better Wages and Improved Safety
Nurses at the University of Illinois Health (UI Health) on the Near West Side are bracing for a seven-day strike set to commence on August 19, following a deadlock in contract negotiations. More than 1,700 nurses represented by the Illinois Nurses Association (INA) have signaled readiness to walk out the day after their current contract expires on August 18, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. They demand better wages in step with rising costs of living, improved staff-to-patient ratios, and an expansion of paid parental leave from the present six weeks.
Chicago forecast: Warm, sunny day in store, before chance of showers Monday
Another bright and sunny day is in store for Chicago as the weekend wraps on Sunday. Temps should be a little warmer than they were on Saturday, as it will be mostly sunny with highs near 80 degrees. There will be a northwest wind of about 10-15 mph, which could cool things off a bit for those outside.
Rising Rents, Unlivable Apartments Leave Tenants Desperate, Confused And Often Helpless
CHICAGO — In January, 71-year-old Paul London was among two dozen tenants kicked out of the four-story South Side apartment building he called home for the past 25 years. Over the years, London had become a fixture on the grounds of the terra-cotta-clad former hotel with its floral-carved facade, the guy people knew to call for routine maintenance and repairs for the 50 modestly priced studios and one-bedrooms and the many bustling businesses on the ground floor.
Pro-Palestinian University of Chicago graduates receive diplomas withheld due to protests
Five University of Chicago graduates received their diplomas this past week after the university withheld them for more than two months over the students’ alleged involvement in pro-Palestinian encampments. Youssef Hasweh and the four others — Rayna Acha, Kelly Hui, Andrew Basta and a graduate student who declined to...
Mayor Johnson and Chicago Football Classic Celebrate Scholars with Amazon
Amazon recently announced that it partnered with the Chicago Football Classic to award scholarships and encourage students headed off to college to attend HBCUs. Amazon aims to demonstrate a commitment to diversity through its recruitment programs, where it also partners with over 20 HBCUs. These institutions are crucial in developing Black professionals and bridging the STEM gap nationwide. Through Amazon’s efforts, they will continue to address systemic barriers and create positive economic impacts.
Driver killed after running red light, struck by SUV in Archer Heights
CHICAGO (CBS) — A driver was killed early Sunday morning after running a red light and was hit by an SUV on the city's Southwest Side.The crash happened just after 1:30 a.m. in the 3600 block of West 47th Street in Archer Heights.Chicago police say the driver, only identified as a male, was traveling southbound in a silver sedan when he disregarded a traffic light and entered the intersection. At this time, the white SUV, also driven by a male, traveling northbound struck the sedan. The sedan driver suffered severe trauma from the crash. He was treated by fire crews who arrived on the scene. He was taken to Mt. Sinai, where he died.It's unclear if the SUV driver was hurt in the crash.The Major Accident Investigation Unit was investigating.
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