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Chicago shootings: At least 13 shot, 2 fatally, in weekend gun violence across city, police say
Our coverage of this story has moved here.At least 13 people shot have been shot, two fatally, in shootings across Chicago so far this weekend, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA 14 year-old boy was critically wounded in a shooting Friday night in the city's Woodlawn neighborhood on the South Side, Chicago police said.Investigators said the shooting happened Friday night around 10:45 p.m. near 65th Street and Cottage Grove.The teen was walking through an alley when someone in a black Jeep fired shots, police said. The boy was hit in the abdomen and transported to...
Nearly $3M earmarked for 53 Chicago-area groups to boost art, culture, conservation
A Chicago-based organization has announced major grants to promote art, cultural awareness and land conservation. The Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation focuses its charitable work in the Chicago area
CPD: Man unfamiliar with Chicago area missing for 6 weeks
CHICAGO — A search is underway this weekend for a man who has been missing for six weeks and police say he is not familiar with the Chicago area. Chicago police say Ariel Childress, a 34-year-old man who may be confused, has been missing since June 15. Officers say Childress has been seen in areas […]
Tip Off to the Rip Off: How to avoid online shopping scams
As summer online shopping heats up, don’t get burned by falling for the hottest local scam. Sizzling midsummer prices and timely deadlines can easily lead shoppers to leap before they look as online sales remain the No. 1 scam for our region.
Have You Seen Her? Authorities Still Searching For Kierra Coles From Chicago Illinois
Kierra Coles was a United States Postal Carrier at the time of her disappearance in Chicago, Illinois. Authorities are still searching for her. Have you seen Kierra?. On October 2nd, 2018, Kierra had called off work for the next day. On October 3rd, her car was found near her apartment by an unknown person. Inside her car, authorities found her purse, cell phone, and lunch bag. She was also three months pregnant at the time of her disappearance.
24-year-old Chicago man killed in head-on crash in North Carolina, police say
A man from Chicago is dead and another person was injured after a head-on crash Saturday in North Carolina.According to police in Fayetteville, North Carolina, a 2005 Dodge Durango driven by 35-year-old man from Fayetteville was making a left turn at a green light when it was hit head-on by a 2022 Honda Accord driven by 24-year-old Zayshawn L. Robinson of Chicago, Illinois.A preliminary investigation found that Robinson was speeding and failed to stop at a red light, which resulted in the crash.Robinson was pronounced dead at the scene.The 35-year-old man was taken to a local hospital for what police described as non-life-threatening injuries.Anyone with information on this crash is asked to contact the Fayetteville Police Department in North Carolina.No further information was immediately available.
One Killed, Another Critically Injured in Night of Gun Violence on Chicago’s West and South Sides
Two separate incidents on Friday night left one man dead and another critically injured in Chicago. The first, occurring on the West Side, took the life of a 40-year-old man during an argument in a basement apartment. The Fox32 Chicago reports the victim was shot multiple times in the chest and back around 11:35 p.m. in the 100 block of North Lamon Avenue. The suspect associated with this incident is now in custody, with recovered evidence and pending charges, as informed by Area Four detectives.
DCFS awards record number of college scholarships for youth in care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Over 350 current and former youth in care received college scholarships from the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Friday. The program covers up to five years of tuition and mandatory fee waivers for universities, community colleges and trade schools. DCFS has traditionally awarded...
OSF HealthCare opens Illinois orthopedic practice
Peoria, Ill.-based OSF HealthCare has opened a new orthopedic office in Peru, Ill., according to a July 25 report from Shaw Local News Network. The Peru office will open its doors July 29, and will offer X-ray services nearby. It will be staffed by orthopedic surgeons Connor Kasik, DO, and Robert Mitchell, DO.
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Former Ottawa Senators Assistant Coach Bob Jones Remembered for his Courageous Battle with ALS
The Ottawa Senators are mourning the passing of former assistant coach Bob Jones, who lost his battle with ALS after being diagnosed in December 2022. Bob Jones was diagnosed with ALS in December 2022. He spent 21 seasons as an OHL coach. State of Play. Former assistant coach Bob Jones...
New stores coming to the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Three new stores will open at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie on Saturday, with a fourth set to open in the coming months. GKB Candle, Zenchi Jewelry, and Leah and Mack will have their grand openings Saturday, while Wishing Star Boutique by Tabatha will open in the next few months. This is according to General Manager Megan Otto.
Sheffield’s Royal Super Mart to celebrate first anniversary
SHEFFIELD — Royal Super Mart, the local grocery store serving Sheffield and the surrounding area since 1940, will celebrate the first anniversary since its grand reopening under new ownership one year ago. A cornerstone of the rural community, the renovated social enterprise provides fresh, quality products, exceptional service, and...
McDonald's owners surprise crew member with special award
MILAN, Ill. — It's a special day for the Milan McDonald's as one of their crew members is receiving an award. Nate Coleman has worked on the front lines at this McDonald's store for three years and strives every shift to bring a smile to people's faces. "This really...
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