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Chicago closes two migrant shelters, reducing available beds to 2,600
CHICAGO (WGN) — As of Tuesday, two more migrant shelters closed in the City of Chicago. With two additional shelters closed — One on North Ogden Avenue in West Town, the other near the intersection of West 22nd Street and South Halsted Street in the Lower West Side neighborhood — there are now 15 migrant […]
Meeting turns heated as City explains plans for Gompers Park Encampment
CHICAGO (WGN) — The Gompers Park tent encampment has found itself at the center of debates around the city on how to handle situations regarding the unhoused. Tuesday night, 39th Ward Alderwoman Samantha Nugent organized a meeting to address concerns around the encampment, where neighbors of the park said they felt like they weren’t getting […]
Advocates light candles on Chicago's lakefront for victims of domestic violence
CHICAGO (CBS) -- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—shining a light on something that affects millions of families every year.On this cool autumn Tuesday, Ohio Street Beach was lined with brown paper bags with candles planted inside. The candles were lit as night fell as a reminder of how many people have been lost to domestic violence. For 26 years, the nonprofit Between Friends comes out on Oct. 1 to light up the lakefront."The hope is as we come here year after year, the number of candles reduces, said Verda Bhatti, executive director of Between Friends. "But unfortunately, it doesn't."...
2 left in critical condition following separate shootings on Southwest and Far South Sides
Two victims are in critical condition after being shot overnight in separate shootings on the Southwest and Far South Sides, Chicago police said. The latest shooting happened about 4:30 a.m. Tuesday in the 5800 block of South Kedzie Avenue in the Gage Park neighborhood. Police said a 24-year-old man was in a vehicle when he was shot multiple times to the left side of his body. He was taken in ...
Famous Illinois Airport Is Home To Over 1 Million Bees
You'll never what you'll see at an airport in Illinois but this has to be one of the most strangest things in the United States. I've been to airports including the major ones in Illinois, many times in my life. When I'm in Chicago at O'Hare International Airport, it's usually way too busy or I'm in a huge rush so I really don't have a lot of time or energy to mess around and sightsee.
Wieners Circle Hit By Burglars Twice In 2 Weeks
LINCOLN PARK — The Wieners Circle was hit by burglars — and though its staff is cracking their usual jokes, they’re frustrated. At 3:45 a.m. Monday, at least three people broke the glass door of the famous hot dog joint at 2622 N. Clark St. and stole the ATM inside, police said. The group drove away in a black SUV, police said.
FEMA offering help to Chicago area residents following severe storms this summer
If your home was damaged during severe weather in July, the federal government might be able to help. Severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding slammed portions of Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will, and Winnebago in July.
Chicago police ramp up security at places of worship as protests against Israel continue
Chicago police are ramping up security at places of worship while protesters continue their calls for a cease-fire on Tuesday night.A rallying cry was heard outside the Israel Consulate of Chicago following a gathering of a few hundred people with the U.S. Palestinian Community Network at Federal Plaza.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe group continued its protest against Israel, saying the nation's aggressions in Lebanon and Gaza could start a region-wide war in the Middle East."We need to stop this madness. We need a ceasefire and end to genocide, and the United States government can deliver...
Victim found fatally wounded overnight in Auburn Park neighborhood on South Side
Chicago police said a male victim was fatally shot early Tuesday morning on the South Side in the Auburn Park neighborhood. Shortly before 3:30 a.m. Tuesday, an unidentified male was approached by someone who opened fire in his direction in the 7800 block of South Ashland Avenue. The victim was taken with a gunshot wound to the torso to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn where he was ...
Illinois quick hits: Ford Heights mayor resigns after conviction; public works hiring
Ford Heights mayor resigns after conviction Days after he was convicted in a corruption case, the mayor of Ford Heights has submitted his resignation. Mayor Charles Griffin was convicted by a Cook County judge of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from the small, cash-strapped community. Griffin’s conviction on theft could carry a sentence of...
Chicago band gets stuck in North Carolina during Hurricane Helene, comforts community with music
What began as a weeklong recording session turned into an ordeal band mates will never forget.They're now home in Chicago following a 17-hour drive.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"We made it out safely by pure luck. We found gas. We found a back road," said Sneezy vocalist Brett O'Connor.O'Connor and keyboardist Danny Bauer are members of the band Sneezy, whose high energy music, for a brief moment. brought relief to some who had lost everything."We're all scared and confused and worried and not able to contact our loved-ones, and people just got a chance to just...
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