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Last piping plover chick returns, yet again, to Montrose Beach
Yet again, the last surviving piping plover chick has returned to Montrose Beach after a few trips this month that had bird watchers bidding farewell. Nagamo, the only piping plover chick that survived from a full clutch of eggs hatched in June, was spotted at the beach Wednesday, according to Chicago Piping Plovers, a volunteer group dedicated to protecting the endangered birds.
Olivet Honors Faculty Member of the Year
Professor and Associate Dean of the Martin D. Walker School of STEM. “I believe that when God created the universe, the mathematical structure was put in place,” says Dr. Dale Hathaway, professor of mathematics and associate dean for the Martin D. Walker School of STEM. “As we find out more about that structure, we’re finding out more about what God has put in place for us.”
Men charged over deaths of 9 trainee police dogs in overheated truck
CROWN POINT, IN -- Two men who were transporting a truckload of dogs from Chicago to a Berrien Center, Mich., dog-training facility have been charged in connection to the deaths of several of the dogs. According to the Associated Press, the dogs were being transported on hot day in a...
Americans can claim four payments from $3 million overtime pay settlement – you just need a Social Security number
AMERICAN workers may be entitled to receive compensation from a $3 million overtime pay settlement. Those who failed to receive overtime wages from an Illinois-based company may be eligible to receive a series of four payments. Greenridge, previously Greenridge Farm, is a family-owned meat and cheese processor based in Illinois. The state’s attorney general filed a lawsuit […]
ONU Opens Season with Victory Over Goshen
BOURBONNAIS, IL. – Olivet Nazarene University (ONU) men’s soccer team kicked off their season in style, securing a commanding 4-1 victory over Goshen College in their home opener on Wednesday night. The Tigers set the tone early and never looked back, delivering an impressive performance under new head coach Jon Forsythe.
Hannibal is Hungry — for truth and trust and bringing dark stories to light
LANSING, Ill. (August 28, 2024) – Named after the North African general who crossed the Alps on elephants to defend against Rome’s invasion, it is perhaps not surprising that Hannibal Darby is also in the business of defending against the powerful. He uses his YouTube channel Hannibal is Hungry, to expose scams and warn vulnerable people of modern-day marauders.
Jersey Mike’s supports United Way Northwest Indiana’s mission with $3,000 donation
The Crown Point Jersey Mike’s has made a generous donation of $3,000 to United Way Northwest Indiana, contributing to the organization’s efforts to uplift local families in need through its Level-Up program. Jersey Mike Store Owner George Leeth presented the check and expressed his dedication to helping those striving for a better future.
Franciscan Health’s St. Clare Center now a community health facility
FPN office moves made way for building dedicated to prenatal assistance, food insecurity programs. The Franciscan Physician Network St. Clare Health Center is now a community health facility dedicated to serving expectant and new mothers in need as well as those with food insecurities. The building at 1121 S. Indiana...
Crown Point’s Soccer Olympian Casey Krueger Given a Welcome Home Parade
Crown Point families, neighbors and friends were very excited to celebrate a home town hero. Olympic gold in Woman’s soccer recipient, Casey Krueger of Crown Point, Indiana had a homecoming celebration in her honor. Casey along with her son Caleb and husband Cody, were welcomed back from Paris, France with a parade and the town of Crown Point making the 14 th of August, 2024 official Casey Krueger Day.
Hamlet and Francesville Awarded Community Development Block Grants
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) announced 14 rural Indiana communities will receive more than $8 million in federal grant funding to expand community facilities and improve water infrastructure. OCRA distributes Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to rural communities, which assist...
Competition affecting French Lick Resort’s gaming revenue; growth in leisure travel offsetting gaming decline
FRENCH LICK – Market saturation from increased competition is chipping away at the French Lick Resort’s gaming revenue. Competition for the gaming market in southern Indiana is coming from Ohio casinos, Derby City Gaming in Kentucky, racinos and the newest casino to open in Indiana – the Terre Haute Casino Resort.
Back to school: ABC7's John Garcia goes back to Streamwood High School
We're celebrating the start of a new school year here at ABC7.Several of our colleagues are proud products of local schools in the area.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOur own John Garcia takes us to his high school in the northwest suburbs.They have an alumni hallway at Streamwood High School, including blurbs about some of the school's graduates over the years, including this ABC7 reporter.I was part of the inaugural class of students when the school first opened in 1978. The sign welcoming visitors to Streamwood High School was a gift from my...
Soccer Game Recap: La Porte Comes Up Short
La Porte was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They came up short against the Valparaiso Vikings, falling 8-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Slicers of the 9-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.
4 arrested after theft of TVs from train in Englewood, Chicago police say
Four people were taken into custody after Chicago police said they were caught steeling TVs from a train.The incident occurred in the 6300-block of South Wentworth Avenue at about 1:37 a.m.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOfficers responded to the scene and found the four suspects loading items from a train onto the bed of a truck, police said.The suspects attempted to flee, but police said they were all arrested after a short foot pursuit.SEE ALSO: Union Pacific investigating freight train cargo theft on West Side, authorities sayA total of 39 flatscreen TVs were recovered, police said.Area One detectives are investigating and charges are pending, police said.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Brookfield Zoo Chicago holding blood drive Thursday with free admission, gift card for donors
The Brookfield Zoo Chicago is holding a blood drive Thursday.It comes as the American Red Cross says they continue experience a national blood emergency.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchEligible donors can roll up their sleeves Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Brookfield Zoo Chicago's Discovery Center.All pre-registered donors will receive free admission to the zoo, free parking as well as a $20 gift card and special edition Red Cross hat.For more information and to donate, visit www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=BrookfieldZoo
Recalled Boar’s Head deli meats still a risk as listeria outbreak grows, CDC says
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