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Former MLB star has choice words for umpire
Major League Baseball umpiring continues to be a source of frustration for MLB players and managers. It’s also a source of frustration for announcers and analysts. That was certainly the case on Friday. After the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Chicago Cubs 5-2 at Wrigley Field, former Cub Jon Lester expressed some frustration on Marquee Sports Read more... The post Jon Lester: ‘There’s no real repercussions for umpires’ appeared first on Awful Announcing.
'It's a neighborhoody store': Local Mom-and-pop children's shoe shop marking 90 special years
Gotskind’s Shoes and Clothing opened in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood on the West Side in 1934. It eventually moved to Oak Park and then opened in Oakbrook Terrace and downtown Naperville, the only store that remains.
3 shot outside Lyon's Den Hookah Lounge over 1 year after bouncer's murder: Chicago police
Three men are recovering after being shot outside a Chicago hookah lounge early Friday morning, police said.Police said the shooting happened in the 2100-block of West Division Street just before 1:30 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe men, 23, 31 and 45 years old, were standing on the sidewalk near the Lyon's Den Hookah Lounge when a group in a black sedan drove by and opened fire, police said.All three victims were reported in good condition. No one is in custody.A man was shot and killed inside the Lyon's Den Hookah Lounge back in January 2023, prompting calls for it to be shut down.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Chicago Office Vacancy Still High, But Signs Point to Rebound
Chicago’s downtown office vacancy rate went up to 22% in the second quarter of 2024 from 21% in the first quarter, according to a recent report from Bradford Allen. In its “Q2/24 Office Market Report: Downtown Chicago” research, the gross asking rents were $42.81 per square foot, down slightly from $43.44 last quarter.
11th annual Chicago Food Truck Festival
WGN Radio’s Jon Hansen (in for Dave Plier) is joined by Alex Blackshire, Event Coordinator of the 11th annual Chicago Food Truck Festival. Listen to learn about the many vendors and food that you can experience Saturday July 20th and Sunday July 21st in the South Loop! Visit www.chgofoodtruckfest.com to learn more.
A judge adds 11 years to the sentence for a man in a Chicago bomb plot
CHICAGO (AP) — A man convicted of plotting to blow up a Chicago bar will have to spend another 11 years in prison. U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly resentenced Adel Daoud to 27 years in prison on Friday, the Chicago Tribune reported. U.S. District Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman originally sentenced Daoud to 16 years in prison in 2019 but a federal appellate court threw that sentence out in 2020, saying the punishment wasn’t tough enough, and ordered him resentenced. Daoud, of suburban Hilldale, was arrested in an FBI sting in September 2012 after pushing a button on a remote he believed would set off a car bomb outside the Cactus Bar & Grill.
Brady Miller Signs with Chicago Dogs, Luke Thelen Drafted by Rockies: Western Michigan Standouts Go Pro
Former Western Michigan right-hander Brady Miller has signed a contract with the Chicago Dogs of the American Association, becoming the second Bronco to join the professional ranks this year. Miller, a native of Plainfield, Ill., had an impressive career at Western Michigan, excelling in the weekend rotation and earning All-MAC Second Team selections. He ranks second in innings pitched and fourth in strikeouts in Western Michigan's history, with notable performances in the MAC Tournament.
Man critically injured after argument leads to shooting outside South Side Walmart
CHICAGO — A man was critically injured on Friday afternoon after a fight outside of a Walmart on the city’s South Side led to a shooting. According to Chicago police, the incident unfolded just after 3:30 p.m. in the parking lot of a Walmart in the 10900 block of South Doty Avenue in Pullman. Officers […]
Chicago Youth Programs provides opportunities for generations of kids
CHICAGO (CBS) – A Chicago doctor is working with children affected by gun violence through a program that's already proven to be life-changing.Dr. Karen Sheehan has worked to address the direct and indirect impacts of gun violence on Chicago's youth for more than 30 years.For some, it's made all the difference.At Chicago Youth Programs, they live and breathe the words seen above their front door, "We grow opportunity," which has been happening for every kid that walks in.Stephany Price was one of those kids 28 years ago."As a child, I didn't understand that I was poor because everyone around me...
Chicago’s Forestry Crews Will Work Through the Weekend to Continue Clearing Thousands of Storm-Damaged Trees
Five confirmed tornadoes struck Chicago over two days — July 14-15 — and the city’s trees bore the brunt of the damage caused by these back-to-back storms, packing winds that reached peak gusts of 95 miles per hour. The city’s 311 system logged nearly 5,795 tree emergency...
White Sox make flurry of moves ahead of their first game after All-Star break
The White Sox announced a flurry of roster moves ahead of their return to the field versus the Royals on Friday. The team called up Brooks Baldwin, Chuckie Robinson and Steven Wilson. They placed Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain. And they designated Martín Maldonado for assignment, which was first reported by Ken Rosenthal on Wednesday.
Water Damage Restoration Chicago: Tips and Services for Effective Restoration
Water damage can be a devastating experience for any property owner. Whether it’s a burst pipe, a flooded basement, or a leaky roof, the aftermath of water damage can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are professional water damage restoration services available in Chicago to help mitigate the damage and restore your property to its pre-loss condition.
Semi driver fatally struck person walking on Lower Wacker Drive. Did a locked gate contribute to the crash?
Tragically, the driver of a semi-truck fatally struck a male walking in the street Wednesday night on Lower Wacker drive, in a location where there way have been no sidewalk option. The trucker left the scene after the collision. According to the initial Chicago Police Department statement, on Wednesday, July...
Chicago’s Noble Schools CEO Constance Jones stepping down after six years
Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest education news.The head of Chicago’s largest high school charter network is stepping down after six years on the job.Noble Schools CEO Constance Jones announced in an email to staff and families that she will “pass the torch to a new leader” and work with the network’s board and an outside consultant to find a new CEO.In a statement, Jones said she is focused on the start of the school year and plans on staying and overlapping with the new CEO “for several months to support a...
Angel Reese Breaks Silence On Jaylen Brown, Bronny James Incident
A few days ago, Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese made an appearance at the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. With her was Celtics star Jaylen Brown and her former Sky teammate Kysre Gondrezick. A big story to come out of the game was ...
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