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Fireworks canceled due to unruly crowd
LANSING, Ill. (July 3, 2024) – This year’s traditional fireworks celebration in Lan-Oak Park was cancelled around 9:15 p.m. after members of the crowd broke through the fencing surrounding the fireworks zone at the north end of the park. Melrose Pyrotechnics, who has contracted with Lan-Oak Park District...
Illinois Suburbs Increase Fireworks Enforcement, Fines Up to $750 for Violations
As fireworks light up the sky this July Fourth, a stark divide remains in laws governing their use. Various suburbs in Illinois are taking a firm stance against illegal fireworks, upping their enforcement and ramping up fines to as much as $750 for violations. The concerted effort by these municipalities is to stymie the tradition of private pyrotechnics that often accompany Independence Day celebrations.
Suburban July Fourth celebrations include parades, big fireworks show
Southwest suburban Palos Heights held its annual Fourth of July parade on Thursday, following several other Independence Day events Wednesday night.This parade down Harlem Avenue brought out the entire community, with kids, parents, and grandparents lining both sides of the street.All of them came out to enjoy the holiday, and many were decked out in red, white, and blue. Firefighters led the parade with trucks and sirens. Some of the first-timers of the parade had to wear headphones to handle the noise. Kids came with goodie bags, and the firefighters came with candy to fill them, and some brought water...
Hard Rock Casino entices Rewards Club members with million-dollar giveaway
GARY, Ind. (July 4, 2024) – Hard Rock Casino in Gary has introduced a million-dollar giveaway for members of their Unity by Hard Rock Rewards Club. The program began on July 1 and will run through December 27. Guests playing slots and table games with their Unity Rewards card can earn one entry for every 100 Tier Credits. A promotional kiosk is available in the casino, and Unity Rewards members can swipe it each week to redeem their free entry.
Vehicle crashes into Popeye's restaurant in Mokena
MOKENA, Ill. - A vehicle crashed into a Popeye's restaurant in suburban Mokena on Wednesday. According to the Mokena Fire Protection District, crews responded to the incident within four minutes of receiving the 911 call this afternoon. The sole occupant of the vehicle was transported to an area hospital, officials...
Ports of Indiana Plans to Establish First Container Port on Lake Michigan
Ports of Indiana, the 63-year-old authority managing the state’s ports, is proceeding with a plan to develop the first international sea cargo container terminal on Lake Michigan. According to the authority, it would create the only all-water container route for ocean vessels to serve the greater Chicago metropolitan area via the Great Lakes.
Financial troubles build for Dolton as officials struggle to pay bills
Financial issues in south suburban Dolton are continuing to swell as village officials are reportedly struggling to pay their bills. “Checks have been cut, but week to week, vendors are saying they have not been paid yet,” Trustee Tammy Brown said. Failure to pay one debt has led to...
Frankfort, IL Fireworks Light Up 4th of July: Parking Restrictions Announced
Frankfort, IL – The Frankfort Police Department is encouraging residents to celebrate responsibly as the town prepares for its annual 4th of July fireworks display. The fireworks will begin at 9:15 PM at Main Park, located at 400 W. Nebraska St. According to the Frankfort Police Department, a map...
Jack In The Box Is Coming Back To Chicago After More Than 4 Decades
Fast-food chain Jack in the Box is coming back to the Chicago area next year. The 24-hour burger chain announced its imminent return this week dropping news that it will be opening 8 stores across the Chicago area including a location close to Midway Airport. The San Diego-based company first came to the area back in the 1960s and quickly became a popular fast-food franchise across Chicago before it left in the 1980s. Along with the Midway Airport location, Jack in the Box will be coming to Tinley Park, Naperville, New Lenox, Plainfield, Carol Stream, Lake in the Hills, and Countryside in 2025, with some potentially opening in early 2026. According to Jack in the Box CEO Darin Harris, an aggressive expansion across the country will see around 125 stores open in the Chicago area with many planned to open in the Midwest and further afield.
Pace bus driver rescues 2 passengers after fiery crash with multiple vehicles in Glenwood
A Pace bus driver and Vietnam War veteran jumped into action following a fiery crash involving multiple vehicles in south suburban Glenwood Monday afternoon, rescuing his two passengers onboard. Driver Arthur Jones had two passengers on his bus Monday afternoon when two cars collided at the intersection of 183rd Street...
Lakeview ‘psychic’ swindled woman out of $72,000 by promising to remove a curse: prosecutors
CHICAGO — A woman now living in Phoenix has been charged with felony theft, accused of swindling a client out of $72,000 through a fortune-telling scam operated from storefronts near Boystown. Perhaps, as the old joke goes, she should have seen it coming. Jennifer Williams, 50, has pleaded not...
The Grand Finale of St. John’s 70th Celebration Anniversary
Today marked the beginning of the end of a spectacular event that has been the heartbeat of St. John for the past week: the 70th Celebration Anniversary. The streets were alive with the rhythmic beats and vibrant energy that only a Caribbean carnival can bring. At 11 a.m., the music from the truck started, setting the stage for a day filled with joy, tradition, and unity.
Video: 2 Illinois Dogs Tied the Knot
On the South Side of Chicago, two dogs proved that it's more than puppy love as they got married on Saturday. About a year ago Comedian Gabriel Iglesias threw a $100,000 Quinceañera for his chihuahua. As a dog lover, I am no stranger to spoiling dogs. However, I think we can all agree that shelling out $100,000 for a dog party is too far. But hey, if you have the money, how you spend it is your business. Back in 2018 actress Sofia Vergara put together a huge birthday party for her son's dog. So, I guess this is a thing and anything is paws-ible.
Man kidnapped victim from River North bar strip, forced him to make ATM withdrawals en route to casino: prosecutors
CHICAGO — A Chicago man has been charged with kidnapping another man from a popular River North bar district and forcing him to make ATM withdrawals as he drove the victim toward the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond. The men never made it to the casino because the victim managed...
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