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Creature Chaos in Chicago Pond! Officials Reveal Mysterious Beast Captured on Cam Is…
CHICAGO, IL – A strange creature has emerged from Lincoln Park’s North Pond, stirring up wild speculation and drawing curious visitors. Rumors are flying that it might be an alligator, causing a frenzy in Chicago. Folks in the Windy City love a good mystery, and this one has...
Large crowd rallies in Humboldt Park as Venezuelans await results in tense presidential election
A celebration got underway in Chicago's Humboldt Park neighborhood on Sunday night as people await the results of the Venezuelan presidential election.Video shows the large gathering at Grand and Kedzie.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchEarlier Sunday, people rallied downtown as Venezuelans cast their votes.Whether it is President Nicolás Maduro who is chosen, or his main opponent, former diplomat Edmundo González, the election will have ripple effects throughout the Americas.U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin posted about the election on X, formerly known as Twitter, saying, "Venezuelans showed up in huge numbers to vote for a better future. The regime must respect their votes and not steal another election."Venezuelans showed up in huge numbers to vote for a better future. The regime must respect their votes and not steal another election.— Senator Dick Durbin (@SenatorDurbin) July 29, 2024 Seven-point-seven million Venezuelans have already left the country in search of opportunities abroad.Many of them have come to the United States, causing a migrant crisis which impacted Chicago when busloads of migrants were sent to the city from the Texas border.The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Bizarre Items That Are Actually Illegal To Bring Into Illinois
Illinois is a state people are constantly visiting and driving through. Whether it's to see Chicago or to head across the country, we attract many people. Well, you better think twice when you pack because there are items that are illegal to bring into the state. Alright, so I'm a...
Dolton Trustee Jason House announces campaign for mayor in bid to unseat Tiffany Henyard
A Dolton trustee officially launched his campaign for mayor on Sunday.Dolton Senior Village Trustee Jason House's candidacy is part of a team effort of former and current trustees all running in opposition to incumbent Mayor Tiffany Henyard.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFormer and current elected leaders are hoping to change the tide of Dolton politics by launching a joint effort against current Henyard under the slogan, "Clean House 2025.""We need a clean house in 2025, not a hen yard," said Dolton Village Clerk Alison Key.House is leading the team, kicking off his campaign on Sunday."Today, I'm...
Kroger-Albertson's merger halted; future of 35 Illinois Mariano's, Jewel stores uncertain
The Kroger-Albertson's merger has been halted.The state of Colorado has filed a lawsuit to permanently block Kroger and Albertson's business plans until a court rules on the "megamerger," the state's attorney general said. Friday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe block on the merger puts the future of 35 Mariano's and Jewel Osco stores in Illinois into uncertainty. Kroger and Albertson's had previously released a full list of all the stores they would sell off if their merger is approved, which included the 35 Illinois stores.The two grocery chains had committed in September 2023 to selling more...
Habitat For Humanity breaks ground on largest Chicago project in West Pullman
On a rainy Monday morning, Habitat for Humanity broke ground on a 20-townhome project in the heart of West Pullman.This is the largest real estate development to date for Habitat for Humanity Chicago, with the goal of improving the housing market and the neighborhood image.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"Being here today represents more than just building homes, it's about building hope, strengthening communities and fostering brighter future for families in need," Shana Hayes, chief social impact officer for Northern Trust, said.Located across the street from the future 12-acre Morgan Park Commons, these new two-story...
Mother-Daughter Duo Graduates from Chicago Housing Authority’s LevelUp Program
Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell walked into a Chicago Housing Authority office in 2019 and inquired about becoming homeowners. Five years later, they are not only on the road to accomplishing their goal – but their journey has allowed them to grow closer. Both graduated last week from...
Northern lights could be visible in Chicago this week
CHICAGO - The northern lights could be visible in Northern Illinois Monday night — so long as conditions are right. NOAA’s Storm Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) issued a geomagnetic storm watch from Monday through Wednesday, alerting of a potential G3 (strong) solar storm on Tuesday. Space weather forecasters said the watch was issued after solar activity was elevated through the weekend with multiple solar flares and associated coronal mass ejections (CME). These CMEs create the dazzling northern lights.
Shuttered Oak Forest Hospital Provides Unexpected Windfall to Chicago Migrants with Clothing Donations
In a quietly philanthropic move, nearly a thousand new clothing items found their way from the shuttered Oak Forest Hospital to support migrants arriving in Chicago. The Cook County Department of Facilities Management uncovered a cache of 866 pairs of shoes and 81 pairs of pants during preparations for an upcoming partial demolition of the hospital's campus. The hospital, which closed in 2011, once served an impoverished population and now reaches across the divide of time to aid a new group in need.
Pritzker Administration Announces Child Support Pass-Through Payment Rule Change Takes Effect this Month
Beginning in July, all child support collected on behalf of Illinois’ low-income families with children who are current or former Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) recipients in Illinois will be passed through to the family for the care and support of the child or children and will no longer be retained by the state, the Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) announced.
Taste of Chicago vendors and music lineup announced
The food and music lineup for the city’s iconic Taste of Chicago food festival for 2024 has been released. The festival, which typically, takes place in July, will be held Sept. 6 through 8 in Grant Park, according to officials. Timing for the festival was shifted due to big summer events in the city, including NASCAR Chicago Street Race and the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
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