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Illinois Restaurant Serves America’s Most ‘Absolutely Amazing’ Pancakes
I have the place for you if you're considering a breakfast or brunch spot this weekend. Just thinking about diving into a stack of pancakes from this place makes my mouth water, and when I look at the reviews, it doesn't get any better. Srijia R., a Yelp reviewer, says,...
Landscape expert Bob Bertog: Keep eye out for brown patches on lawn during hot weather
Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National Association of Landscape Professionals, joins John Williams to answer all of your lawn and garden questions. It’s going to be getting warm in the Chicago area, so what should you know to make sure your lawn is protected?
Man arrested near Gateway Arch for allegedly killing his brothers
A man wanted for the deaths of his two brothers in Illinois has been arrested near the Gateway Arch. St. Louis Metropolitan Police say they were alerted by the National Park Service that 54-year-old Jeffrey Austwick might be near the arch grounds. Officers used surveillance cameras to locate and arrest him on Friday.
Illinois Museum Brings Iconic Rock-afire Explosion Band Back to Life
A retro band just showed up at the Volo Museum in Volo, Illinois and all eyes are on the performers who once inhabited Showbiz Pizza. Way back when in the 1980s, a band debuted at Showbiz Pizza Place restaurants. Billy Bob Brockali, Looney Bird, Dook LaRue, Fatz Geronimo, Beach Bear, Mitzi Mozzarella, Rolfe DeWolfe and Earl Schmerle, collectively called The Rock-afire Explosion.
Fatal Gurnee Crash Claims Life of 57-Year-Old Motorcyclist
Round Lake Beach, IL (WLIP)–One person is dead after a crash involving an SUV and a motorcycle occurred in Gurnee on May 23. The collision at Grand Avenue and Spruce Street left 57-year-old motorcyclist Frank Rodriguez from Round Lake Beach seriously injured. Despite being transported to Advocate Condell Medical...
Units responding to fire in Trevor
UPDATE 4:59 p.m. — First units arriving on scene report no signs of fire from exterior. UPDATE 5 p.m. — Salem Lakes command on the scene reports occupant now out of home. Fire appears to have started from exterior. Nothing appears to be burning now, but investigation underway.
The Poorest Big City in Illinois Will Stun You
Just when you thought you knew the poorest cities in America. I say that only because my experience creating content around the best and worst cities usually highlights each town's income. I was stunned to see this city considered the poorest in Illinois. Have you ever been to Gurnee? No,...
Break-in probed / Farmers Market opens Sunday / Flag Day ceremony
Residential burglary – Police are continuing their investigation into a burglary at a home in the 800 Block of Hollystone Lane. Police say the residents estimate the time of the break-in was between 9 p.m. on June 1 and 9 a.m. on June 2. Reports say various items were taken, but did not detail what was taken or the estimated value of the loss.
Softball | Marist will play for state title for fourth straight season
Marist returned to the state title game for the fourth straight season with a 7-1 victory over Mundelein in the semifinals, held June 7 at Louisville Slugger Sports Complex in Peoria. The Mustangs (36-2) were making their first appearance at state since 1996. “We have a core group of returners,”...
Pontiac softball wins first state softball title in school history with 6-0 victory over Antioch
PEORIA, Illinois (WMBD) – The Pontiac Indians won their program’s first-ever IHSA state softball championship Saturday, defeating Antioch 6-0 in a game which was much closer than the score suggested. Indians star pitcher, and Stanford commit, Elena Krause worked her way out of multiple jams in the early...
Highland Park 3-bedroom home with enclosed porch: $1.6M
Address: 155 S. Deere Park Drive, Highland Park Price: $1,599,000 Listed: May 28, 2024 This three-bedroom mid-century ranch, designed by modernist architect and designer Samuel Marx, sits at the end of a cul-de-sac. The floor plan includes an entry foyer, a den with a wet bar, a kitchen with granite counters and backsplash, and a dining room and living room with a fireplace. The bedroom wing includes an en suite guest bedroom, and a primary suite with a dressing area and multiple closets, a spa-like bathroom and an office and sitting area. There is an additional en suite bedroom off the kitchen and an enclosed porch with a hidden entrance.
Expect more police on the roads in Highland Park as part of new campaign
The Highland Park Police Department’s new campaign will increase roadway presence in an effort to curb under-enforced traffic violations, according to department officials. The change follows an overall decrease in annual traffic stops in the past five years, a trend brought on by a shift in resource allocation during the COVID pandemic. The High Visibility […] The post Expect more police on the roads in Highland Park as part of new campaign appeared first on The Record.
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin and Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue hosting blood drive June 26
Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin and Salem Lakes Fire/Rescue are hosting a blood drive. The drive will take place on Wednesday, June 26, from 2-6 p.m. at Fire Station 1 in Trevor. Appointments are required. You can make an appointment here.
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