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Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Toss It Now! Huge Recall In Iowa, Illinois & Wisconsin For Cucumbers
People in Iowa, Illinois, and Wisconsin make not be feeling the best after eating cucumbers. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are letting Iowans, Illinoisans, and Wisconsinites know to avoid whole cucumbers. Whole cucumbers that have been grown in Florida are being recalled due to a Salmonella outbreak...
Penultimate Day of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions Brings Six New National Champions to the Spotlight
Wayne, Ill. – With the final days of the 2024 U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions underway, a new crop of national champions has emerged from the exciting competition at HITS Chicago Lamplight Equestrian Center. Markel/USEF Developing Horse Prix St. Georges. Sabine Schut-Kery (Oceanside, Calif.) took Gorgeous Latino (Glock’s Toto...
It’s the first day of school at Chicago Public Schools
Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest education news.Chicago Public Schools students head back to class today — under an “excessive heat warning” and as more than a thousand students with disabilities wait for bus rides. With temperatures expected to reach around 100 degrees, district officials sent a letter to families Sunday reassuring them that all classrooms have air conditioning.However, many CPS buildings do not have cooling systems in the hallways and other shared spaces. A district spokesperson said CPS facilities staff will be working to fix any cooling systems and have advised...
Woman killed in I-57 hit-and-run crash, ISP says; NB lanes closed at 111th
A woman was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash on I-57 on the South Side Monday morning, Illinois State Police said.Police said the crash occurred at about 3:48 a.m. in the northbound lanes of I-57 at 111th Street.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said there was a disabled SUV in the right shoulder when a female passenger in that vehicle got out.The passenger was then struck by another car, which police said fled the scene.The woman was then transported to hospital, where she was pronounced dead.LIVE TRAFFIC: Check the latest traffic information on our live mapAll northbound lanes of I-57 are shut down and traffic is being diverted off at 119th Street.
Marquette Men’s Soccer Unloads On Marist To Stay Perfect On The Season
Sweet Christmas, that was an asskicking. Apparently, at least. I wasn’t watching live as Marquette men’s soccer took on Marist at Valley Fields on a hot Sunday afternoon, but I was paying attention to live stats. The goals just kept. On. Coming. From the Golden Eagles as they staked themselves to a 2-0 lead at intermission and then tacked on four more after halftime for a 6-1 smashing of the Red Foxes. The lopsided win moves Marquette to 2-0-0 after the first weekend of the 2024 season.
Felony charges filed against Chicago man accused of stealing laptops from Cook County State’s Attorney’s office
CHICAGO — Felony charges have been filed against a Chicago man accused of stealing from a Cook County State’s Attorney’s office last month. According to Cook County deputies, 44-year-old Jordan Jose Ocampo has been charged with felony theft and felony burglary. The charges were handed down after an investigation into the disappearance of laptops and […]
Police search for driver involved in deadly hit-and-run crash on Near North Side
CHICAGO — A search is underway for a driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash that unfolded on the city’s Near North Side earlier this month. According to Chicago police, the crash occurred just after 4 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 10. in the 1300 block of South DuSable Lake Shore Drive. Officers said the victim […]
Flames Come Up Short in Sunday Match At Purdue
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (Aug. 25, 2024) – The UIC women's soccer team came up short in a 2-0 loss to Purdue in Sunday's matinee. The Boilermakers netted a goal in each half to secure the victory over the Flames at Folk Field. The full box score and play-by-play recap...
Three-legged special needs husky puppy’s story goes viral on social media melting hearts
At PAWS Chicago, a truly adorable puppy has melted the hearts of thousands of people across social media. We ask – how can you not fall in love with Wybie?. The two-month-old Siberian husky was born with only three legs. According to the shelter, he’s also has limited vision and may also be hearing impaired. Now tell me, however – have you ever seen a happier puppy?
Sunday Brunch: Tabú Chicago serves up fresh ceviche and much more
In this week’s edition of the WGN Weekend Morning News Sunday Brunch, Tabú Chicago sous chef Jonathan Acevedo joined Sean Lewis to make fresh ceviche. And Acevedo is one cool customer! He stays Zen-like in a busy kitchen, as you can see in the attached video. “This is...
Saturday, August 31 | Alley Art Festival In Aurora
Alley Art Festival will fill downtown Aurora with artists for its 14th year from noon to 5pm on Saturday, August 31. The free festival will bring more than 90 local artists to the area. The popular, grassroots art festival will be staged on both pedestrian-friendly Water Street Mall and Downer...
High Concept Labs Anniversary Party To Raise Funds For Artistic Exploration
High Concept Labs (HCL), an artist residency and support program, will presenting the HCL 15th Anniversary Party as part of a year-long anniversary celebration featuring artist-driven and community-focused events across the city. The party will be held on Thursday, September 26 from 6 to 10 p.m. at Public Works Gallery (2141 W North Ave). Each ticket sale supports the HCL Anniversary Campaign and accessible residency programs that help artists thrive by providing time and space to ideate, iterate, risk-take, and collaborate.
Golden Games returns for second year, highlighting retired special needs athletes
Special Children's Charities will host the second annual Golden Games on August 28 and 29.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe games showcase athletes with intellectual disabilities that are 45-years-old and older who compete through various Chicago Park District locations.In all, more than 150 athletes and 66 Chicago Park District coaches will enjoy a great mix of sporting events, skills workshops and social activities at locations across the city/Sporting events include bowling, basketball, archery, adaptive bikes, track and field, flag football, and soccer. Social activities will include a night of dinner and dancing, and a boat...
Out of the Darkness Walk raises money for suicide prevention
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death for people of all ages. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention hosts Out of the Darkness Walks to raise money and awareness for suicide prevention. The next walk is at Montrose Harbor on Sept. 14.
The Workers’ Mic (8/25/24) – The Workers’ Mic reflect on the DNC
This week on The Workers’ Mic, Powered by the MCL, Ken Edwards, Ed Maher and Phil Davidson kick off the show by chatting with John Coli, Secretary-Treasurer and Principal Officer of Teamsters Local 727. During the conversation John shares updates pertaining to Teamsters Local 727 members that work as PACE and CPS paratransit drivers at SCR Medical Transportation and their strike. Then, the guys talks about Phil’s time spent at the Democratic National Convention this past week. Listen in while Phil shares his interviews with AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, Chicago Federation of Labor President Bob Reiter, Interim President and CEO of Choose Chicago Richard Gamble and many others.
Woman shot to death during rowdy crowd gathering on Near North Side
CHICAGO — A woman was shot and killed during a raucous street gathering on the Near North Side. No one is in custody. Chicago police officers had been working to disperse a disruptive gathering in the area when they heard shots fired in the 900 block of North Cambridge around 4:26 a.m.
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