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Man gets new 27-year sentence in failed 2012 Chicago bomb plot
A federal judge on Friday sentenced a suburban man to 27 years in federal prison followed by a lifetime of court-supervised release for his attempt to kill hundreds of people with what he thought was a 1,000-pound car bomb outside a Loop bar more than a decade ago.
Chicago crime: 25-year-old man critically wounded after being shot in Walmart parking lot
CHICAGO - A man was critically wounded after being shot in a Walmart parking lot on Chicago's Far South Side Friday afternoon. At about 3:40 p.m., a 25-year-old man was in a physical altercation with an unknown offender in the Walmart parking lot, located at 10900 S. Doty Ave., when the offender produced a handgun and fired shots, police said.
Chicago man supplied illegal narcotics that killed Naperville man: prosecutors
DUPAGE COUNTY - A Chicago man will remain in custody pending his trial after allegedly supplying illegal narcotics to a Naperville man who overdosed and died in 2023. Prosecutors said the victim arranged to receive illegal narcotics from Christopher Hobson, 38, on Feb. 20, 2023. The next day, an unidentified third party delivered the drugs to the victim at Hobson's direction.
How the Marina Mabrey trade paints a messy picture of the Chicago Sky
Does trading Mabrey to Connecticut end a vicious cycle?. For the second time in six months, one of the Chicago Sky’s best players has requested and received a trade. First, it was wing Kahleah Copper, who asked for a trade last winter after the franchise swung and missed on free agent targets. This week, it was guard Marina Mabrey, the Sky’s second-leading scorer this season.
"Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" at the Goodman Theatre
CHICAGO (CBS) — It was on the New York Times best-seller list for over four years, later made into a movie directed by Oscar-winner Clint Eastwood, and now "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" is on stage at the Goodman Theatre. It plays at the Goodman Theatre through August 11. "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" spent 216 weeks on the New York Times Best-Seller List, and now one of the musical world's most respected talents is helping it sing.At its heart, "Midnight" is a true crime story about a real-life murder in a character-rich Savanah.Singer/Actress Sierra Boggess...
City Club of Chicago: From Legislation to Action – The Impact of Gun Safety Laws in Illinois
July 18, 2024 From Legislation to Action: The Impact of Gun Safety Laws in Illinois – Moderated by G-PAC’s President & CEO Kathleen Sances – Attorney General Kwame Raoul, Senate President Don Harmon, Illinois State Police Director Brendan Kelly City Club event description: Since 2017, Illinois has ushered in five significant gun safety laws, thanks […]
Angel Reese Dating Rumors Swirling Following Absence at WNBA All-Star Event
Chicago Sky rookie sensation Angel Reese made major waves on Thursday night when she was a no-show at the WNBA's All-Star Weekend Orange Carpet event. Rather than being in Phoenix for that WNBA event, Reese was in Las Vegas, attending an NBA Summer League game between the Minnesota ...
Caleb Williams' Bears contract was not entirely what he wanted
Former USC Trojan and Chicago Bears No. 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams signed his rookie deal ahead of his first training camp. However, it appears he didn’t get everything he wanted as he transitions into the NFL. The Bears declined Williams’ request to promise never to use the...
Chicago Human Rhythm Project: “JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance”
Tonight, the Chicago Human Rhythm Project presents “JUBA! Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance”, a free performance featuring many of the world’s most celebrated tap dancers. Artistic director, Jumaane Taylor sat down with us to discuss and we also got a preview performance. Friday, July 19th. 7...
Rhymefest To Headline Luxe Fest, Sunday’s Celebration Of Local Musicians In South Shore
SOUTH SHORE — A free South Side festival this weekend will celebrate local musicians with 12 hours of back-to-back performances, from rapper Rhymefest to standout artists from the host venue’s open mics and spoken word showcases. The first annual Luxe Fest is noon-midnight Sunday inside Urban Luxe Café,...
Pizzeria Portofino serves up slices near, on Chicago River
CHICAGO (CBS) — A pizzeria on Chicago's North Side is serving up slices both next to and on the water.No matter the season, the team at Pizzeria Portofino, located at 317 N. Clark St., says that it's always summertime.Whether at the bar, where they're churning out eclectic drinks, or their river-side dining, with boats passing by every few minutes."A lot of people come here and just, like, slam after all, spritzers and, you know, eat pizzas and, you know, just have a good time, you know," Chef Jeff Smyl said. And this summer, Pizzeria Portofino's forever summer extends beyond the...
Chicago's Near North District to Experience Increased Police Patrols for DUI and Traffic Violations This Weekend
If you're planning to hit the town in Chicago's 18th (Near North) District this weekend, be prepared for a heightened police presence. According to an announcement from the Chicago Police Department, there will be a DUI Saturation Patrol taking place from 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024, until 2 a.m. on Sunday, July 21, 2024. The enforcement crackdown is not just about catching drunk drivers; it will also focus on other traffic offenses like speeding, seat belt violations, and the proper use of child restraint devices.
Lula Cafe’s Jason Hammel Unveils LOULOU In Logan Square
LOGAN SQUARE — Chef Jason Hammel and the Lula Cafe team are gearing up to open a new culinary spot in Logan Square — but it’s no typical restaurant. LOULOU, 3057 W. Logan Blvd., will be a creative studio for culinary events, chef programs, collaborative meals with emerging and visiting chefs, talks and performances broadcast live with industry leaders and more, Hammel said. It is set to open next month, and its sign and other final touches are being worked on, team members said.
Three Wrigley rooftop buildings to be torn down after City Council approval
Three famous Wrigley rooftop buildings are set to be torn down after Chicago’s City Council approved a rezoning plan for an area near the stadium on Wednesday. The three buildings stand along the 3600 block of North Sheffield Avenue, would be replaced with a 29-unit, five-story apartment complex with 11 parking spots behind the building.
Marist’s Vidovic 2024 VolleyballMag Boys High School Coach of the Year
Great coaches in sports do the little things great — the intangibles that never see the light of day in the public’s eye. Chicago Marist High School boys volleyball coach Jordan Vidovic is a textbook example. “The thing that stands out the most is his dedication to the...
Mr. Fix It with upgrades for your home
Mr. Fix It Lou Manfredini joins WGN Morning News with some upgrades, products to use around the home. Lou is raising money for Misericordia. Support his fundraiser here: Lou’s fundraiser for Misericordia. Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the hijinks delivered...
GOP convention sets the stage for the Democratic convention in Chicago, activists and police say
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Activists who marched outside the Republican National Convention are trumpeting their efforts, despite crowd estimates falling short. Milwaukee police are praising their cooperation with other agencies in convention security, even as Ohio officers face scrutiny for shooting and killing a man while in the city. Some...
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