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Franciscan Health Munster hosting free suicide prevention course
Franciscan Health Munster is hosting a free suicide-prevention course in August aimed at helping save lives. The entry level question, persuade and refer or QPR Suicide Prevention Course, is based on curriculum developed by the QPR Institute. The course aims to save lives and reduce suicidal behaviors by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training.
Embarking on a New Journey: Dean Residori’s Welcome to Olivet Students and Parents
“This is the next step, and it’s so cool and wonderful,” began Dr. Amber Residori, Dean of the College of Professional Studies, as she addressed the new students and their parents at Olivet Nazarene University’s orientation. With her dual perspective as both an administrator and a parent of two Olivet students, Residori offered a unique and heartfelt welcome, speaking from experience as a professor, administrator, and a mom.
WNBA All-Star Game in Phoenix draws record number of viewers
The WNBA All-Star Game in Phoenix drew a record number of viewers on Saturday, crushing the old mark set 21 years ago, with 3.44 million people watching the game on ABC a year after an audience of 850,000 watched the contest in primetime.
Vandalism spree in Oak Lawn: Dozens of vehicles, garages tagged with 'BLM' graffiti
OAK LAWN, Ill. - A vandalism spree left dozens of vehicles and garages defaced with the same "Black Lives Matter" or "BLM" graffiti overnight in Oak Lawn. Eighty vehicles, including cars and SUVs, that were parked along Cook Avenue and Tomcin Trail in Oak Lawn, were vandalized. Oak Lawn Police...
Illinois: Man says he was fired from trucking company after he refused to cut his hair
26-year-old Drew Harvey of Crete moved to Des Moines on June 23 for a new job with TMC Transportation but he was fired because of his reluctance to have his dreadlocks cut the day after he began a training program at the company. Harvey told the Des Moines Register, “I...
Woman arrested and charged with reckless homicide of 10-year-old
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- Official court documents have been released regarding the arrest of 49-year-old Valparaiso resident Jennifer Lee Wilson after 10-year-old Dakota Stevens died on April 27. Authorities say they responded around 3:37 p.m. on April 25 to a residence on Falcon Way in Valparaiso, regarding an unconscious...
Fire erupts at unincorporated Orland Township home after reported lightning strike
ORLAND PARK, Ill. - A fire broke out at a home in unincorporated Orland Township Tuesday night. Around 10:30 p.m., a homeowner in the 165000 block of Lee Avenue called 911 to report that he suspected his property may have been struck by lightning. He stated that his house shook...
Three Charged with Arson, Murder for Fire That Killed Chicago Firefighter
Two men used bottles of hand sanitizer to start a fire in an empty, vacant building, prosecutors alleged, and then the owner fraudulently filed an insurance claim, pretending the residence was lived in by renters and filled with furniture, equipment and tools. The fire, though, quickly spread to two neighboring...
PNW receives gift to support women entrepreneurs
Purdue University Northwest’s Commercial and Manufacturing Excellence Center received a $10,000 gift from Old National Bank. The post PNW receives gift to support women entrepreneurs appeared first on Northwest Indiana Business Magazine.
Jason House and team announce candidacy for Dolton Village Board with ‘Clean House 25’ campaign
DOLTON, Ill. (July 22, 2014) — Senior Trustee Jason House officially announced his candidacy for Mayor of the embattled Village of Dolton. A news release emailed to The Lansing Journal said an announcement event is scheduled for Sunday, July 28, at 2 p.m. at the Free-N-Deed Food Pantry located at 14200 MLK Drive in Dolton.
Marc Hull Named Special Teams Coordinator / Safeties Coach
The Valparaiso University football program has announced the hiring of Marc Hull, who will serve as special teams coordinator and safeties coach under head coach Landon Fox. Hull joins the Beacons from the professional coaching ranks after serving as the special teams coordinator and linebackers coach for the Pittsburgh Maulers of the United States Football League (USFL). He also owns collegiate coaching experience as the linebackers coach and special teams coordinator at Slippery Rock University from 2015-2021.
Colliers brokers sale of 74.96-acre site in University Park
Colliers recently arranged Clarius Partners’ acquisition of a 74.96-acre vacant land site on University Parkway, east of Central Avenue, in University Park, Illinois. The seller was a private investor. The planned development will be primed for large logistics operations and include a 970,123-square-foot, cross-dock warehouse facility. The development will...
Calumet Park man charged in Dan Ryan road rage shooting that seriously injured 7-year-old: ISP
A 54-year-old Calumet Park man has been charged in a road rage shooting that seriously injured a 7-year-old boy on Chicago's South Side early Sunday morning, Illinois State Police said.Ulyesee W. Burns has been charged with attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm in the incident, police said Monday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchState police responded just before 2:30 a.m. Sunday to a 911 call reporting an expressway shooting on the northbound Dan Ryan, or Interstate 94, near 73rd Street.The victim vehicle was shot several times in a road rage incident, police said.The boy was a passenger, and the driver pulled over at 22nd Street and Michigan Avenue to call for help, ISP said.Chicago fire officials took the boy to a local hospital.At last check, he was in serious condition.State police managed to identify the suspect and his vehicle and arrest him, ISP said.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Orland Park rhythmic gymnast ready to take Olympic experience to the next level
Simone Biles is the most decorated artistic gymnast in the United States. But the most decorated rhythmic gymnast hails from Orland Park, and is on her way to Paris. This will be Olympics number two for Evita Griskenas. But it’s try number three.
Valparaiso University President José D. Padilla J.D. Makes List of Top Indiana Business Leaders
José D. Padilla J.D., president of Valparaiso University, has made IBJ Media’s Indiana 250 — a list recognizing the most impactful and influential business leaders in the Region. The 2024 recognition marks the second year that President Padilla has been named to the list. “I am grateful...
Court documents released regarding woman who allegedly killed foster boy by sitting on him
Official court documents have been released regarding the arrest of a 49-year-old Valparaiso woman. Documents say a 10-year-old foster child, Dakota Stephens, was found unconscious after police responded to a Valparaiso residence regarding the boy not breathing. 49-year-old Jennifer Lee Wilson told police that Stephens was her son who had...
Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Bishop Ford Freeway Near South Holland After Earlier Crash
Early Monday morning witnessed a grim scenario on the Bishop Ford Freeway near South Holland when a pedestrian, previously involved in a car accident, was attempting to navigate the perilous stretch of the road. According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the individual was fatally struck by a vehicle around 2:25 a.m. while crossing the southbound lanes near 159th Street, adding to the tragedies that the highways claim.
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