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Patrick Stein, stroke patient who was refused coverage for care, dies at 31
NORTHFIELD, Ill. (CBS) -- Patrick Stein, who was profiled by CBS News Chicago investigators twice when he was refused coverage for his medical care, has died.Stein, of Northfield, was 31.Back in 2010, Stein was a 17-year-old water polo captain at Loyola Academy. On homecoming night that year, he awoke with a terrible headache.His parents rushed him to the emergency room, and doctors rushed him into surgery. There was an aneurysm on his brain stem, which ruptured when Stein was on the operating table.Stein had a massive stroke. He was left trapped in his own body—unable to move and requiring 24/7...
Frankfort Police Seek Help Identifying Suspect in Phillips Chevrolet Vehicle Theft
Frankfort, IL – The Frankfort Police Department is actively investigating a vehicle theft that occurred at Phillips Chevrolet on August 27. Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying a person of interest captured on security footage. According to a statement released by the Frankfort Police Department, the...
Beloved community activist Dorothy King dies at 83
Dorothy King, 83, a longtime political voice and public servant, resident of the fourth district, and supporter of the Crusader newspaper peacefully transitioned Friday, August 23, 2024, at Methodist Hospital, Northlake campus. A Celebration of Life Service for Dorothy King will be held on Saturday, September 7 at Temple of...
Former Police Commander Facing Three Years in Prison
HAMMOND, Ind. — A former East Chicago Police Commander is heading to prison…for distributing cocaine while on duty. According to the Department of Justice, Louis Arcuri gave the cocaine to “an associate” while he was working in June of 2021. He was taken into custody in February of this year, and is now facing three […] The post Former Police Commander Facing Three Years in Prison appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Large rock thrown at ABC7 Chicago studio window during newscast; CPD searching for suspect | Video
Chicago police are looking for someone who threw a large rock into the windows of ABC7 Chicago's State Street studio Thursday afternoon.It happened just after the start of the 4 p.m. newscast downtown.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA male suspect took a large rock out of a plastic bag and threw it against the window.After a few seconds, he picked up the rock and threw it again.The glass partially broke.No one was hurt.The suspect then walked off, heading north on State Street.He's described as having a thin build, weighing about 150 pounds and having salt and pepper hair.Area Three detectives are investigating the incident as criminal damage to property at a commercial business.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER | Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Butler Women Open 2024 Season Friday Morning in Valparaiso
The Bulldogs will toe the starting line for the first time in the 2024 season Friday as the Butler women are part of the field at the Winrow Valparaiso Open. The Butler women are one of nine teams who will navigate the 5K course at Sunset Hill Farm County Park in Valparaiso.
Prosecutors want to bar 'politics as usual' defense in Madigan corruption trial
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors have asked a judge to prevent defense attorneys from calling a high-profile corruption case in Chicago "politics as usual" in the corruption-plagued state of Illinois. Prosecutors made a series of pre-trial requests in a motion before Judge Manish Shah. The "politics as usual" item was among those listed in the 29-page motion in the pending corruption case against former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. ...
Chicago free museum days: Field Museum adds unexpected free admission day this fall
What's better than visiting one of Chicago's famed museums? Visiting for free, of course. As some free museum days for Chicago museums continue, one fan-favorite museum has announced an additional and unexpected free day coming up in September. The Field Museum, at 1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, will offer...
Developer wants to bring 2,000 homes to St. Charles
A plan for more than 2,000 homes west of St. Charles could convert largely rustic corn and soybean fields into suburban subdivisions. Pulte Home Co. LLC has filed a concept plan with the city of St. Charles to annex and construct residences and retail space as part of a 970-acre Charles Farm project.
Woman fatally shot while driving away from armed males in Greater Grand Crossing, Chicago police say
A woman was shot and killed inside a car Thursday morning on the city's South Side.The shooting happened during what police described as a desperate attempt by two women trying to escape gunfire, before one of them was shot in the head.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchTwo women were sitting in a vehicle around 11:11 a.m. in the 7000 block of South Vernon Avenue in Greater Grand Crossing, less than a half-mile away from a police station. They were approached by two unknown male offenders with guns, Chicago police said.A 27-year-old woman who was driving the...
Indiana University Northwest welcomes new students with annual Redhawk Induction Ceremony
GARY, Ind. (WNDU) - Indiana University Northwest in Gary welcomed more than 230 new students on Tuesday, Aug. 27. The school held its annual Redhawk Induction Ceremony that marks the beginning of the collegiate journey for the students. During the event, the students heard various speeches, including remarks from interim...
Pioneers Take Lancers to Four Sets, But Fall in Season Opener
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. --- Despite a six-kill showing from freshman middle hitter Keyshay Dawson (Rich South H.S.), the Prairie State volleyball team was unable to garner a win Wednesday night, falling to NJCAA Region 4 and Illinois Skyway Conference counterpart Lake County in four sets. The Pioneers (0-1, 0-1) looked...
Aurora police say Venezuelan criminal gang is impacting migrant community
(The Center Square) – The city of Aurora is facing the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua that is now operating in the city as the police department confirms the gang's presence that it says in impacting the migrant community. "We urge all community members, including members of our migrant communities, to please report crimes committed against them to their local law enforcement agencies and not remain silent victims," said the Aurora Police Department in the news release posted on X. ...
Kelly Clemens and Julie Mandon work with Mayor Josh Huddleston to preserve Hobart tradition and step into future
Leading a city toward a better present and future takes a dedicated, well-coordinated staff across multiple departments. Ever since being elected mayor in December of 2023, City of Hobart Mayor Josh Huddlestun has eagerly sought new ways to bring positive and thoughtful changes to Hobart. One of the most crucial components of strengthening a city stems from putting the right people in place to lead it. This is why he is proud to have Chief of Staff Kelly Clemens and Parks and Event Director Julie Mandon impacting the city through their respective positions.
FAA: Over 300 laser strikes reported by Indiana pilots in 2024
(WXIN/WTTV) — The Federal Aviation Administration is warning Hoosiers about shining lasers at airplanes overhead, citing over 300 reports of laser strikes in Indiana this year. The FAA released a report Thursday collecting laser strike reports from across the world, with over 13,000 pilots reporting them in 2024. The administration has logged 317 such instances […]
NASCAR Champion Tony Stewart Slashes the Price on Spectacular Rural Estate — See Inside! [Pictures]
NASCAR champion Tony Stewart has once again lowered the price on his stunning rural estate, and pictures show a luxury property fit for one of America's most successful race car drivers. Stewart first listed his 6-bedroom, 9.5-bathroom, 19,714-square-foot rural estate for $30 million in March of 2022, making it the...
Girls Golf Drops DAC Triangular
The girls golf team fell to Lake Central and Valparaiso on Thursday night at Forest Park. In total, the girls shot a 228 on the Front 9 at Forest Park. The girls will be busy next week with matches on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. They look to rebound when they travel to Sand Creek to take on Chesterton and LaPorte to continue DAC play.
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