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Best Places to Eat with Kids Near Wheaton
When dining out with kids in Wheaton, finding the perfect spot that balances delicious food for adults and a kid-friendly atmosphere can be a challenge. Luckily, Wheaton is packed with family-friendly restaurants offering everything from quick bites to casual dining that keeps both parents and kids happy. Whether you’re looking for a laid-back eatery with a welcoming vibe or a place that serves tasty meals with zero judgment, Wheaton has plenty of great options.
Man accused of hitting 2 pedestrians, 2 officers while fleeing from police in western suburbs arrested
BERWYN, Ill. — Authorities say a man who allegedly struck four people, including two officers, during a police chase in the western suburbs last month is now facing felony charges. Berwyn police said Terrance Whitley is facing a handful of felony charges in connection with the incident, including one count of failure to remain at the […]
Niles West puts football coach on leave; athletes make emotional appeal for his return
A large group of Niles West High School football team players and their parents asked Niles Township High School District 219 Board of Education members at their Oct. 8 meeting to quickly reinstate head football coach Nick Torresso after he was placed on mandatory leave. Torresso was placed on leave on Oct. 2, according to the district’s director of communications, Takumi Iseda. Naema Abraham, ...
Little Village migrant shelter closing by Nov. 3 as Chicago migrant arrivals continue to drop
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A state-run migrant shelter that opened earlier this year in a vacant CVS store in the Little Village will be closing in the coming weeks, as the number of asylum seekers staying in Chicago shelters continues to drop.The Little Village shelter has housed hundreds of migrants since it opened in January.As of Thursday, about 146 people were living there, but with thousands of vacant migrant shelter beds across the city, those people will eventually be relocated when the Little Village shelter closes for good on Nov. 3.State officials said the number of new arrivals has slowed after...
Multi-vehicle crash leaves massive delays on NB I-55 in south suburbs | VIDEO
A crash involving multiple vehicles caused long delays in the south suburbs on Thursday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash happened on the northbound lanes of I-55 before the I-80 exit near Channahon.Illinois State Police said four vehicles crashed around 5:03 a.m.Chopper 7 was over the scene around 6:30 a.m. as crews worked to remove multiple cars from the scene.At first, all lanes were shut down, causing up to a four-mile backup. Around 6:30 a.m. one lane was opened to allow traffic to go through.Two people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries, according to Illinois State Police.Authorities have not released more information on the crash.CHICAGO TRAFFIC | See LIVE drive times
Chicago-area mom searching for "angel" who gave up plane seat for daughter escaping Hurricane Milton
CHICAGO (CBS) — A Rockford woman took to social media to find the good Samaritan who gave up her seat on a flight so her daughter could escape the hurricane zone. Rhonda Adams's daughter Carley's flight from Tampa to Chicago on October 7 was canceled. That's when another mom stepped in and gave up her seat. "She said, 'I will stay back with my five boys, they're in Tampa and I know they will protect me through the storm,'" Carley said. Carly said said despite her hesitation, the good Samaritan pulled her over to the airline counter and said, "give this lady...
State Employment Job Fair on 10/11
The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) and the Illinois Association of Hispanic State Employees (IAHSE) are sponsoring the State Employment Job Resource Fair on Friday, October 11 from 9 AM to 12 PM CT at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center.
National Weather Service makes big changes to cold weather alerts ahead of winter
The National Weather Service has made significant changes to its cold weather alert system, aiming to simplify watches and warnings and to prepare the public for dangerous conditions. According to a press release, the new changes went into effect on Oct. 1, and will impact those alerts as the country...
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