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Illinoisans Returning from Funeral Say They Saw a ‘Walking Wolf’
Have you ever seen something strange driving at night in Illinois? If you've ever driven anywhere at night especially in rural Illinois, that's almost certainly a yes. One Illinois couple who were returning from a funeral had a strange experience as they swear they saw what they describe as a 'walking wolf'.
Golf Ball-Size Hail, 70 MPH Winds Possible in Missouri Thursday
Batten down the hatches as Missouri is set to have multiple rounds of severe weather on Thursday that is expected to bring golf ball-size hail and 70 mph winds. It's possible storms could bring tornadoes, too. The National Weather Service in St. Louis, Missouri updated its severe storm outlook for...
Illinois Is Getting Digital Licenses: Here’s How It All Works
We've been keeping an eye on the progress of Illinois House Bill 4592 (HB 4592) for a while now, and because we're technology geeks we're pretty excited that it brings that little plastic card in your wallet into the digital age by allowing us to have our driver's licenses or state IDs on our phones, where we have seemingly everything else.
Many Say These Illinois Grasslands are a Hidden National Treasure
It's easy to take for granted something that's practically in your own backyard, but Illinois really does have a special place that many sadly overlook. Those that have visited it say it's one of America's hidden and underrated national treasures and they're not wrong. I had to be reminded of...
This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
Dolton 'offset' funds suspended due to Henyard administration reporting failures: Comptroller
DOLTON, Ill. - Illinois State Comptroller Susana Mendoza has immediately suspended all "offset" funds to the Village of Dolton due to what she says are ongoing reporting failures by Mayor Tiffany Henyard's administration. "Offset" funds are monies collected from state payments that the Comptroller's office withholds from people who owe...
Illinois Home To One Of Most Expensive Colleges In America
In recent years, the dream of earning a degree from a top-tier university has become increasingly elusive, as tuition costs have skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. The financial burden of pursuing higher education is now a critical concern for students and families alike, forcing many to reconsider their academic aspirations. College...
Mike McKinney takes Highland Speedway win!
A Feature 1 (20 Laps): 1. 96M-Mike McKinney[4]; 2. 36-Kenny Wallace[2]; 3. 18L-Michael Long[3]; 4. 14-Rick Conoyer[7]; 5. 95-Rick Salter[8]; 6. 1H-Ben Harmon[6]; 7. 5-Owen Steinkoenig[14]; 8. 87Z-Zeb Moake[10]; 9. 94-Austin Rettig[16]; 10. 67-Austin Seets[12]; 11. E55-Chad Sellers[13]; 12. 82J-Treb Jacoby[11]; 13. 21B-Hunter Breland[18]; 14. 15-Chris Smith[21]; 15. 51-Timmy Hill[1]; 16. 6-Jeremy Pate[17]; 17. 63E-Bret Eilerman[20]; 18. 52JR-Cole Knebel[19]; 19. 28-Tom Smallwood[15]; 20. 16C-John Clippinger[5]; 21. 77-Ray Bollinger[9]
K9 therapy dogs delight crowds at suburban mall event
CHICAGO - K9 therapy dogs took over a suburban mall Wednesday afternoon, leaving attendees reeling. Leo, a 3-year-old American Labrador, is the Orland Park Police Department's K9 therapy dog. The department has had Leo for about three years, and he has been bringing smiles to faces ever since. At Wednesday...
Let There Be BBQ! New Restaurant’s Container Approved
Arrowhead Smokeworks received unanimous village board approval of a special use permit for a storage container to house their outdoor smoker — the last approval the restaurant needed to open. Prior to Arrowhead Smokeworks’ container approval, the village amended Title IV of the village code, which updated the commercial...
Foreigner to perform with Styx and John Waite in Tinley Park
Bassist for Foreigner Jeff Pilson joins Wendy Snyder (filling-in for Lisa Dent) to discuss their performance with Styx and John Waite at Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre on Saturday, August 24th. Later, he talks about Foreigner’s legacy as well as the bands he listened to when he was growing up.
Body found in water near Lockport Dam identified, officials say
The identity of a body that was found near the Lockport Dam in the south suburbs on Monday afternoon has been released.The man identified as 23-year-old Joseph M. Mora of Oak Forest, authorities said Thursday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchLockport Township Fire District Deputy Chief Frank Blaskey said responders were sent the 2500-block of Channel Road just after 1 p.m. Monday for a body in the water at the Lockport Locks, which connect to the Des Plaines River.An autopsy was performed on Tuesday.A final cause and manner of Mora's death has not been determined as toxicology reports are pending, authorities said.Illinois State Police responded to the scene and was assisting with the investigation.Authorities did not immediately provide further information.
Suburban bank robber at-large, considered ‘armed and dangerous’: FBI
The FBI offered a reward of up to $10,000 for anyone who can provide information that would directly help authorities arrest and convict an unknown bank robbery suspect. Officials said the robbery happened on Aug. 9 shortly after 10 a.m.
Thornton Township Trustees Gonzalez and Carlisle call for Special Meeting on August 15
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (April 13, 2024) – A Special Meeting of the Thornton Township Board has been called by Trustees Chris Gonzalez and Carmen Carlisle for Thursday, August 15, beginning at 6 p.m. The six-page agenda has been posted on the windows of Thornton Township headquarters and on the Thornton Township website, where it can be found at: www.thorntontownship.com > Departments > Clerk’s Office > Minutes > Agendas, Notices, & Minutes > 2024 > August 15. The PDF is also linked directly below:
Air Show in Gary this weekend
GARY, Ind. (WNDU) - If you’re looking for something to do this weekend you might consider the Gary Air Show. The Gary Air Show weekend will take place 11 am and 2 pm each day on Aug. 17 and 18 at the Gary/Chicago International Airport. The primary viewing location...
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