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Motorcycle rider dies after crash on Edens Expy. near Skokie, Illinois State Police say
A motorcycle rider died after a fiery crash on the Edens Expressway in the north suburbs, Illinois State Police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash happened around 8:16 p.m. on Saturday on the southbound lanes of I-94 at Lake Avenue near Skokie.The rider of a Suzuki motorcycle crashed into a Toyota Prius while crossing onto the ramp, according to police.After the crash, the motorcycle caught fire. The rider was rushed to the hospital where they later died.Video shows the bike and pieces of metal scattered across the road.Traffic was diverted off the expressway to Skokie Avenue up until 12:25 a.m. when all lanes were reopened, ISP said.No information was immediately available about the rider who died. It is unknown if the driver of Prius had any injuries.
Chicago Race Riot of 1919 victims memorialized in new South Side art display
Activists, artists and Mayor Brandon Johnson unveiled Saturday public art pieces commemorating the Chicago Race Riot of 1919. Johnson cut a ribbon Saturday, unveiling five markers each a work of art embedded in the sidewalk at 35th and State.
Jon Lester believes former Chicago Cubs manager David Ross will be back in baseball soon
Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Jon Lester popped into town to make his debut as a Marquee Sports Network analyst, though he’s not looking for a career in broadcasting. “Just something to do,” Lester said Friday, adding he would be “popping in, popping out” if the Cubs like his work. The five-time All-Star, who spent $31,000 buying beers for Chicagoans after he left the team in 2020, was ...
Man held in slashing of woman at Loop Blue Line station
A man was arrested Sunday afternoon on suspicion of wounding a woman with a sharp object on a Blue Line platform, according to Chicago police. A 22-year-old woman and 55-year-old man were in a verbal altercation at the Jackson Blue Line stop in the 300 block of South Dearborn about 3:30 p.m. when the man swung a sharp object at the woman, cutting her forearms and hands several times, police said.
Threat against state representative delays senior health fair
A DeKalb man is being charged for allegedly threatening Sycamore State Rep. Jeff Keicher, prompting the postponement of a planned senior health fair at DeKalb High School scheduled for last Thursday. DeKalb County Court records indicate that 58-year-old Forrest R. Brandon is charged with leaving a threatening voicemail for Keicher,...
Man fatally shot at Arlington Heights apartment, resident had order of protection, police say
A man died and two people are in custody after a shooting Sunday afternoon in the north suburbs.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe shooting happened at the Arbor Lakes Apartment Complex, in 4200 block of North Bloomington Avenue in Arlington Heights, police said.Authorities said a resident called 911 just before 2 p.m. to report a man had been shot inside her apartment.The self-admitted shooter and the resident met officers outside and were taken to a police station, authorities said.Detectives said they're focusing on a past relationship between the resident and the man killed as a possible contributing factor.ABC7 was told there was an active order of protection in Cook County for the resident prohibiting the now-deceased man from contacting her.No further information about the shooting was immediately available.Police continue to investigate.
‘Clutch your pearls’: A new cheeky gift shop is coming to downtown Wilmette
A new storefront will tap into an untapped market in downtown Wilmette: comedic and creative gifts. Nothing brings a community together like a good laugh, and siblings Elizabeth and Matt Lambrecht of Lambrecht’s Jewelers know that well. The duo plans to bring their love for home decor and a good giggle to a new store […] The post ‘Clutch your pearls’: A new cheeky gift shop is coming to downtown Wilmette appeared first on The Record.
Glencoe trustees favor November ballot for home-rule vote
Glencoe voters are already scheduled to weigh in on several high-profile national, state and county elections this November — and it now appears they’ll also be tasked with making another big call on a pressing local matter. Village President Howard Roin announced during the board of trustees’ Thursday, July 18 meeting that officials will vote […] The post Glencoe trustees favor November ballot for home-rule vote appeared first on The Record.
$200,000 contract sets comprehensive plan in motion for Winnetka parks
Winnetka Park District commissioners took a step Thursday toward a comprehensive master plan that Executive Director Shannon Nazzal said would be a visionary document looking 10 years into the park district’s future. By unanimously approving a $199,570 contract with Maine-based Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, known generally as BerryDunn, the board will get a six-phase […] The post $200,000 contract sets comprehensive plan in motion for Winnetka parks appeared first on The Record.
Chicago Food Truck Festival delights taste buds once again
CHICAGO — For the last 11 years, the Chicago Food Truck Festival has showcased mobile gourmet cuisines and highlighted the best of the windy city’s food scene. Food trucks lined Indiana Street in the South Loop this weekend and offered a variety of delicious choices. NewsNation affiliate WGN’s...
Ex-Bruins Star Could Become Top Trade Chip
The Chicago Blackhawks had a busy offseason. They brought in Tyler Bertuzzi, Teuvo Teravainen, Ilya Mikheyev, Craig Smith, Pat Maroon, Alec Martinez, TJ Brodie, and Laurent Brossoit. After a summer of spending, they are expected to be a bit more competitive. Yet, the Blackhawks are still in the beginning portion of their rebuild and have far more work to do to become an actual playoff team. Because of this, if they are out of the playoff race nearing the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline, a former Boston Bruins forward may become their biggest trade chip — Taylor Hall. Hall, 32, is...
Galesburg girl wins Li’l Miss Illinois pageant
There she is, Li’l Miss Illinois. That person is Kynleigh Fox of Galesburg, who was recently named Li’l Miss Illinois 2024 through the Miss Illinois Youth Program. Fox, daughter of Stacy Dunham, took part in the pageant recently as Li’l Miss Knox County. Fox recently turned 9 years old and will be a fourth grader at Galesburg Christian School. Among the activities she was required to take part included a talent – she danced – and an interview. Fox aced it as she was named Overall Top Interview.
Illinois political leaders react to Biden dropping out of race ahead of DNC
(The Center Square) – Illinois political leaders are reacting to President Joe Biden announcing he won’t run for president and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris to be the Democratic party’s nominee. Biden made the announcement Sunday afternoon, saying the move is in the “best interest of my party and the country.” "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve as your President," Biden said. "And while it...
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