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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.
Afternoon Briefing: Southland homeowners demand property tax relief
Good afternoon, Chicago. More than 10,000 residents of Cook County can expect to receive automatic refunds due to overpayments of their property taxes, Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas announced today. The treasurer plans to send out more than $22 million in refunds by Aug. 9. Meanwhile, as south suburban homeowners prepare to pay their historically high property tax bills ahead of the Aug. ...
Valparaiso City Utilities Department of Water Works water main break on Country Club Road precautionary boil advisory
Valparaiso City Utilities field service crews responded to a water main break at Country Club Road. Approximately 150 customers within this service area may have experienced low water pressure or a complete interruption in water service. Due to the interruption of water service, a precautionary boil advisory will be issued...
Teen facing attempted murder charge for deadly Beecher shootout
MT. MORRIS TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - An 18-year-old man is facing three charges for the deadly shootout involving a group of teens in the Beecher area last month. Court records show 18-year-old Cordell Warwick Allen was arraigned this week on an attempted murder charge and two weapons charges related to the June 25 incident in Hilton Lane.
Nancy J. Scales
Nancy J. Scales, 73 of Tinley Park, passed away on July 12, 2024, after a courageous 28-month fight with cancer at Sunrise Assisted Living in Willowbrook. Born in 1950 in Ottawa to William J. and Drue Redshaw Scales, Nancy graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in teaching and spent several years working with special needs children before going on to work in retail at Bergner's and Carson Pirie Scott. She was a member of the Morrison Music Theater Association, participating as a cast member and costume maker; an active choir member in the Ottawa Congregational Church; and a proud member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
Gary, Notre Dame announce partnership to revitalize downtown
GARY, Ind. — The City of Gary and the University of Notre Dame announced a partnership Tuesday aimed at creating a master plan for their downtown revitalization project. It will begin with a series of community listening sessions followed by a weeklong public urban planning session. “This partnership is...
Wednesday: Not as warm, but humid
LANSING, Ill. (July 23, 2024) – Clouds are forecast to cover Lansing much of Wednesday, with occasional rain throughout the day. We’ll reach a humid high of 77 degrees. Current conditions, the four-hour forecast, and the five-day forecast are presented below. (On mobile, only three hours and three days are shown.) Details are continuously updated throughout the day:
Man accused of shooting boy during road rage incident in Chicago
CHICAGO — Felony charges have been filed against a Calumet Park man accused of shooting a 7-year-old boy during an alleged road rage incident on the Dan Ryan Expressway early Sunday morning. Illinois State Police (ISP) troopers said 54-year-old Ulyesee Burns has been charged with attempted murder and aggravated...
Chicago man arrested for interstate road rage incident that left child shot
LAKE COUNTY, Ind. -- The Indiana State Police Criminal Investigation Division Lowell Post announced they, along with officers from U.S. Marshal’s Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force, arrested 35-year-old Darrell A. Graham, of Chicago, in the 7000 block of Birch Avenue in Hammond, Ind. Graham was arrested without incident...
Support the Warrior Football Team by buying Double Good Poocorn!!!!
I hope everybody has been enjoying their summer. I wanted to reach out to let you know that the Calumet Football Team is currently running a Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser. Any support will be greatly appreciated. I hope to see you all out there for our first home football game on August 23rd at 7pm. Enjoy the rest of your summer and see you all in a couple of weeks!
RedHawks rolled by Railcats
The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks were dominated in a 10-0 loss to the Gary SouthShore Railcats on Thursday night. The Railcats scored four runs in the fourth and five runs in the eighth inning. Fargo-Moorhead only mustered three hits in the game. Orlando Rodriguez tossed six innings, giving up four runs (three...
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