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Man Stabbed and Robbed on CTA Bus in West Garfield Park, Chicago, Police Seeking Suspect
Late last night, a CTA bus ride turned violent when a 27-year-old man was stabbed and robbed in the West Garfield Park neighborhood of Chicago. The victim argued with another passenger before 10:30 p.m. while on the bus in the 300 block of North Cicero Avenue, as detailed by the Chicago Tribune.
Edison Park Apartment Complex Approved Despite Pushback From Neighbors
EDISON PARK — An 82-unit apartment development is coming to Edison Park despite some pushback from neighbors. The City Council on Wednesday approved a request to rezone the property at 6750 N. Northwest Highway, the former M.J. Suerth Funeral Home. The rezoning allows developer Valdir Barion to construct two, four-story buildings, each with 41 apartments, 41 parking spaces and a courtyard.
Cilantro Taco Grill to Open 110 Units
Cilantro Taco Grill (Chicago) said it has 110 locales in its development pipeline six months after starting to franchise its authentic Mexican fast-casual brand. The news comes just as the business was named one of America’s Hottest Startup Fast Casual Brands in 2024 by QSR, as well as ranked #32 on Fast Casual‘s Top 100 Movers & Shakers.
Housing Forward seeks state funding for emergency homeless shelter
Housing Forward is working with partners to expand the emergency overnight shelter at St. Catherine – St. Lucy Rectory for individuals experiencing homelessness. But they need the funds to do it. The expansion will double the number of beds available from 20 to 40. The shelter operates from 7...
The Rundown: Residents removed from a Mag Mile homeless shelter
Good afternoon! Riot Fest released its single-day lineups and tickets. Here’s what else you need to know today. More than half a dozen people told my colleagues at the Chicago Sun-Times they were thrown out or fear they are about to be ejected from a shelter in the former Tremont Hotel.
Caleb Williams Makes Historic Request Amid Signing $39 Million Deal With Bears
Caleb Williams has yet to take the field in an NFL game just yet, but that hasn't stopped him from making extreme requests. This year's No. 1 pick and the Chicago Bears finally put pen to paper for his rookie deal according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, but before the deal was done Williams made what ...
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s appointment of progressive Southwest Side alderman as Zoning chair delayed
The Chicago City Council is still without a new leader for its powerful Zoning Committee after a mayoral ally on Wednesday delayed a vote to install firebrand progressive Ald. Byron Sigcho-Lopez into the role. Mayor Brandon Johnson had recently been attempting to shore up support for the outspoken Pilsen alderman and staunch Johnson supporter to fill the seat left empty for eight months after ...
Proposed 3-Team Bulls Trade Unloads Zach LaVine for $43 Million 4-Player Package
Chicago Bulls executive vice president of basketball operations Arturas Karnisovas expects Zach LaVine to be with the team when they open training camp, per a conversation with team beat writers relayed by NBC Sports Chicago’s K.C. Johnson on July 15. This is despite trade rumors around the two-time All-Star.
Mayor Bogdala Says Recent Improvements Prevented Major Flooding
Kenosha Mayor David Bogdala discussed recent heavy rains that overwhelmed the city’s water system, leading to the discharge of excess water into Lake Michigan. The mayor told the WLIP Morning show that the city’s wastewater plant, capable of handling 22 million gallons daily, faced over 200 million gallons during a recent storm.
Zion man charged after allegedly battering pregnant woman during pursuit
LAKE COUNTY, Ill. — A Zion man was arrested after allegedly battering a pregnant woman during a police pursuit. Lake County sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to a residence in the 18500 block of West Old Gages Lake Road, located in unincorporated Grayslake, on the report of domestic battery.
Illinois deputy charged with murder shot woman in face after ordering her to move pot of water
An Illinois sheriff’s deputy charged with murder in the death of a Black woman shot her in the face during a tense moment over a pot of water in her home and then discouraged his partner from trying to save her, authorities said Thursday. The details were in a...
OPPD Crew Provides 'Mutual Aid' Power Restoration Help In Illinois
The 17-person crew from the Omaha Public Power District continues to work provide mutual aid to restore power to thousands after severe storms hit Iowa and Illinois earlier this week, and the power district says the Omaha technicians are now working in western Illinois. OPPD received a request for assistance...
This IL City Would Be Closed & Bankrupt If It Was A Business
What if the Illinois government actually operated like a real business?. Illinois Is One Of The Worst Run Cities In The United States. I've lived in Illinois my whole life. I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. I believe the Land of Lincoln and the Windy City are amazing places. There's just one major problem. That's the government. Our state and that city have a horrible history of corruption. Those terrible leaders have put us in bad shape.
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