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Police allegedly falsely arrest alderwoman after she filed assault and battery report against city administrator
Harvey police arrested Ald. Colby Chapman (2nd) last Thursday morning, August 22, one week after she filed a police report against a mayoral staffer for assault and battery. But witnesses previously told the HWH that City Administrator Corean Davis initiated the attack, allegedly pushing Chapman into double mirrors near the mayor’s office after a special City Council meeting on August 14.
Kick off the 2024-25 school year at Convocation
Come celebrate academic excellence while kicking off the school year at Governors State University's (GovState) annual Convocation. Convocation will mark the start of the 2024-25 academic year at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 5 at the Center for Performing Arts. Students, faculty and staff are cordially invited. Speakers include President...
By Christopher Goodson, Emergency Management Coordinator, Guest Writer
Governors State University (GovState) is proud to offer a vast campus encompassing 750 acres, featuring walking trails, a sculpture park, and a convenient walking path from the Metra station to the campus. As Jaguars return for the start of the fall semester and enjoy these outdoor spaces, the safety and well-being of the community remains paramount.
New and returning Jaguars can look forward to a fun-filled welcome back as
Governors State University (GovState) celebrates the start of the fall semester with a Welcome Week full of free food, music, and games, even a trip to Chicago for a Sky Basketball Game. The campus tradition kicks off August 26 with speed friending, a networking lunch for students to meet new...
Students investigate complex medical scenarios through seminar
A cohort of visiting international medical students, several Purdue University Northwest (PNW) undergraduate students, and two local high school students were challenged in a month-long intensive seminar at PNW intended to strengthen their anatomy, physiology and pathology skills. Led by Ernest Talarico, assistant professor of practice in Anatomy and Physiology...
Powers Health invests in technology, patient comfort at St. Catherine Hospital
Renovations are complete on a project bringing enhanced technology and comfort to a unit at St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago. The $3.2 million investment into 5 West, a medical-surgical unit, includes the implementation of Philips IntelliVue technology, which is capable of monitoring telemetry on the unit. Telemetry technology allows continuous cardiac observation of patients.
Crete-Monee Schools to Receive Over $2 Million in Funding This Week
Crete, IL – Crete-Monee Community Unit School District 201-U is set to receive more than $2 million in evidence-based funding this week. The substantial financial boost is part of Illinois’ ongoing efforts to ensure equitable education for all students, particularly in communities facing economic challenges. State Senator Patrick...
Bachelors of Broadway to perform in Highland, IN
MUNSTER, Ind. (August 26, 2024) – Three of Broadway’s most dynamic male vocalists will be performing the biggest hits from the most beloved musicals of all time. Their special concert will take place at the Highland High School Auditorium, 9135 Erie Street, Highland, Indiana, on Tuesday, September 10, at 7 p.m. Single tickets will be available on the day of the performance for $30.
Term limit vote for RF prez uncertain as panel sets 2nd hearing
The fate of an effort by River Forest resident Deborah L. Borman to impose term limits on the office of village president through a binding referendum on the Nov. 5 ballot is unknown after a challenge by village resident Carolyn Kilbride and an initial River Forest Electoral Board hearing. The...
The No. 1 ‘safest and richest' suburb in the country is in the Chicago area, new list says
The No. 1 "safest and richest" suburb in the nation is in the Chicago area, according to a new ranking. So is No. 2. The report, from GOBankingRates, analyzed cities across the nation through data points including average household income, total population, total households, cost of living indexes, crime rates and more, editors wrote.
I-55 Traffic Alert: Two Chicago Suspects Arrested Near Gardner After High-Speed Pursuit
Gardner, IL – Two Chicago men were arrested early Sunday following a high-speed chase on I-55 that ended near Gardner, according to the Grundy County Sheriff’s Office. The pursuit, which reached speeds over 100 mph, began when a deputy attempted to stop a black Ford Edge near the 218-mile marker after receiving a broadcast about a wanted vehicle.
Indy woman launches mobile bookstore
Black Worldschoolers is a one-of-a-kind support program that benefits Black homeschooling families. The organization offers resources, community, and support to those who wish to take personal responsibility for guiding their children’s education at home. Natalie Pipkin spoke with us about her inspiring work with Black Worldschoolers. She shared how important it is to create an […]
Docs: Indiana man poisoned wife’s Coca-Cola with cocaine, MDMA and BZD so he could marry her daughter
RICHMOND, Ind. — An Indiana man who conspired to poison his wife’s Coca-Cola with various drugs, kill her and marry her daughter has been sentenced after entering a guilty plea. Alfred W. Ruf, 71, pled guilty Monday in Wayne County Court to aggravated battery posing a risk of death — a level 3 felony. A […]
ATM stolen from Englewood convenience store, Chicago police say
An ATM was stolen from an Englewood convenience store Tuesday morning, Chicago police said.Officers responded to a burglar alarm at the store at about 3:50 a.m. in the 6600-block of South Halsted Street.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchAfter arriving, officers found the front door of the store had been pried open and that an ATM had been stolen, police said.Police said a black SUV may have been used by the suspects in the burglary.SEE ALSO: South Side store targeted by crash-and-grab burglars for 3rd time in month, owner saysNo one is in custody and Area One detectives are investigating.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Introducing Chicago Arbor Eye Institute: Sharing More Than 200 Years of Ophthalmic Excellence
(PRESS RELEASE) CHICAGO — Arbor Centers for EyeCare and Chicago Eye Institute, two of the largest and most esteemed ophthalmic practices in the Chicagoland area, are proud to announce they have united to form “Chicago Arbor Eye Institute” (Chicago Arbor). This move unites more than 200 years of combined ophthalmic experience, enhancing patient care with a broad range of services, from routine preventive care to complex ocular surgery.
New AAA facility opens on Chicago's South Side
CHICAGO - A new AAA facility has opened its doors in Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood, creating 60 full-time jobs for local residents. Located on East 111th Street, the center will serve as a home base for the company's expanded roadside assistance fleet for the Chicago area. At a press conference...
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