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Rounds of rain, severe storm threat in Chicago area's forecast
The Chicago area could face the threat of severe weather in coming days, and its arrival could be ill-timed for those hoping for a restful night’s sleep. According to the Storm Prediction Center, all of Illinois and a part of western Indiana will be at a “slight” risk of severe thunderstorms late Thursday and into Friday morning, with the worst of the storms potentially arriving during the overnight hours.
Nearly 200 pets displaced by Hurricane Debby arrive in Chicago for Clear The Shelters adoption event
Nearly 200 pets that were displaced by Hurricane Debby arrived in Chicago on Wednesday to find their forever homes.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe shelters were affected by rising floodwaters in Coastal South Carolina.They arrive ahead of Saturday's 10th annual Clear the Shelters event hosted by the Anti-Cruelty Society.Nearly 175 pets include puppies, dogs, cats, kitten, guinea pigs, rabbits and more will be available for adoption.All fees will be waived.The event will be at the River North location at 157 West Grand Avenue. It will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.To learn more about Clear the Shelters, click here.
HBO sparks outrage with new Bears Hard Knocks episode unavailable on Max as NFL fans threaten to cancel subscriptions
NFL fans were outraged to see the new episode of Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Chicago Bears unavailable to stream on Tuesday night. Episode 2 of the five-part series about the Bears‘ offseason was supposed to come out at 9 pm ET. But while it was reported that Hard Knocks was shown on cable […]
Simone Biles’ Husband to Honor Her with New Interception Celebration
Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens’ social media pages are packed with tributes to his wife Simone Biles, so it should come as no surprise that he plans to salute his 11-time Olympic medalist wife if he nabs an interception this season. In a video sneak peak of the new episode of “Hard Knocks” ...
Chicago Sky Make Decision On Marina Mabrey Replacement
The Chicago Sky will emerge from a long break with Marina Mabrey no longer part of their roster. Mabrey was traded by the Sky to the Connecticut Sun for Moriah Jefferson, Rachel Banham, and a first-round pick in 2025 last July. The Sky also got the rights to swap 2026 picks in the first round of ...
Austin Harvest produce market opens on West Side, run by students and operating in a food desert
Minutes before the grand opening of Austin Harvest, a new produce market, the youth-led staff took great care to make sure the fruits and vegetables look their best. Their pride and excitement is evident as the students are determined to fill a need on the West Side, widely recognized as being a food desert."Currently in Austin, we only have two grocery stores in a 10-mile radius, and that's not cool for a community as large as Austin," said Keith Tankson, Austin Harvest.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchStudents with the By the Hand Club created Austin Harvest...
Estelle Long, Chicago's real-life 'Rosie the Riveter,' celebrates 104th birthday
Chicago's Estelle Long, affectionally known as "Mama Long," turned 104 years old on Tuesday.Born in 1920, she has a lengthy list of accomplishments.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchSit down with Long for a minute, and she will share with you one of her secrets to a long, happy life."I like to dance," she said.ABC7 first met the grandmother of seven and great grandmother of 17 six years ago.Long shared with us why many call her the "real" Rosie the Riveter, an iconic symbol of women who worked in factories and shipyards to support the country during...
Juan Soto's three home runs lift Yankees over White Sox
New York All-Star outfielder Juan Soto had his first career three-homer game, and the Yankees held off the Chicago White Sox 4-1 on Tuesday night to take sole possession of the American League East lead, just ahead of the Baltimore Orioles.
Longtime MLB TV analyst contemplating retirement
At 77 years of age and having spent decades around baseball, Chicago White Sox television analyst Steve Stone has done everything there is to do within the sport. On Tuesday, he further addressed a looming decision he has to make about his broadcasting career ahead of the 2025 MLB season. Stone, who has been the Read more... The post Steve Stone weighs future as White Sox analyst: ‘We don’t know what the future holds’ appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Chicago's Good Memories Choir makes a difference for people with early-stage dementia
This week’s Difference Maker highlights Good Memories Choir, which uses music to bring back memories. “Good Memories Choir is a choir for people in early stage dementia,” said Sandy Siegel Miller.
2-day festival celebrating Mexican Independence Day coming to downtown Chicago
CHICAGO — A two-day festival celebrating Mexican Independence Day is bringing food, music and art to downtown Chicago this September. El Grito Chicago will feature a line-up of national and local performing artists, authentic Mexican food and drinks, as well as an artisan market over two days at Butler Field in Grant Park. The all-ages […]
Tuesday Transactions: Cubs Moving Lots of Guys Up This Afternoon, Including Cristian Hernandez!
Disclaimer – This post will be updated 1 affiliate at a time. Tuesday moves started this morning when the DSL Cubs switched some pitchers around. It was a bit odd to see the transactions since there is exactly one week left in their season. But I digress…. A little...
List: Chicago is America’s ‘worst’ sanctuary city
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has moved into the No. 1 spot on a new and damning list of the nation’s 10 “worst” sanctuary city mayors. Dragging his city down even further than predecessor Lori Lightfoot, Johnson has promoted policies that have escalated problems with illegal immigration, “resulting in worsening crime, overcrowding and chaos for city […]
Chicago Bears logo redesign goes viral, social media reacts
The Chicago Bears' logo hasn't changed much from the time the wishbone "C" was introduced in 1973. Neither has blue and orange mascot head, which served as the team's secondary logo until the Bears made it their primary logo in 2023. And for good reason. Both logos are as classic...
New Bears Arrival Predicted to Steal Starting Job From $30 Million O-Lineman
The Chicago Bears have generated a good deal of hype with upgrades across nearly every skill position this offseason, but the offense will go only as far as the front five allows. Opinions on Chicago’s offensive line range from below-average to mediocre to sneaky good and, considering the unknowns, one...
Michael Jordan usurped in recent all-time NBA player rankings
If there is one thing fans of the Chicago Bulls know for certain, it’s that Michael Jordan is the greatest player of all time, especially if they happened to be alive and around Chicago during the 1990’s. Of course, people who grew up in LA during the 1980’s...
2 semis overturned on I-80, prompting massive delays near Minooka, video shows
Highway I-80 was shutdown in the south suburbs on Thursday after two semis were involved in the crash.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash was first reported around 8:56 a.m. on the eastbound lanes of I-80 between River Road and the exit to highway I-55 in Minooka, Illinois.Chopper 7 was over the scene around 10 a.m. showing both semis had been overturned.A crash involving two semis prompted I-80 to be shut down in the south suburbs on Thursday morning.Two people were taken to an area hospital with injuries. The extent of their injuries was not immediately known.I-80 eastbound was shut down for hours. Traffic was being diverted to I-55 northbound.The roadway reopened at around 1:50 p.m.
Special Education Fundraiser In Streator Moved Indoors
A rainy forecast has changed the venue for an annual back-to-school fundraiser. Folks with L.E.A.S.E., or La Salle Putnam Educational Alliance for Special Education, are hosting a “Back to School Bash” Thursday from 5 until 7 at the Streator Business Incubator on West Bridge Street. It's been moved from City Park because of wet weather.
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.
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