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Police train for real world scenarios in virtual world
A hotel ballroom was transformed into a police training ground with virtual reality, allowing officers to navigate through active shooter scenarios, uncooperative suspects and mass casualty situations, and customized scenarios can be created to include locations such as sports stadiums or government buildings.
Latino Outdoors Great Lake Chapter helping others step out of their comfort zone, embrace nature
Enjoying the outdoors is something a lot of Chicagoans like to do before that long cold-weather season begins and yet numbers show that Latinos are less likely than other groups to do this.The national non-profit Latino Outdoors was created to help others step out of their comfort zone and connect them to nature.Juan Reyes is the co-founder of the Latino Outdoors Great Lakes Chapter. Last month he helped organize a kayaking event on the Chicago River.With a $60 price tag for a two-hour sunset paddle, the price of entry is steep for some. And that is where Latino Outdoors comes...
Chicago Faces Unprecedented Financial Hurdles Due to Delayed Budget Process
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s budget timeline shift could spell tough choices for Chicago’s future. CHICAGO, IL — In a city already grappling with a monumental budget deficit, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s decision to delay the unveiling of the 2025 budget has sparked significant debate and concern among Chicago’s City Council members and financial experts. The nearly $1 billion gap, looming since last fall, represents one of the most challenging fiscal hurdles the city has faced in recent memory. With time ticking, the decision to push back the city’s annual budget process to late October has placed both the administration and City Council in a bind.
Make those 26.2 miles a little more exciting
Carey Pinkowski, Race Director of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, joins Lisa Dent to shine some light on the upcoming Chicago Marathon on October 13th. With over 50,000 runners participating and nearly as many spectators, it may be hard to keep track of your friend or family that may be in the race. Search for […]
Chicago weather: Temps return to the 70s
CHICAGO - Sunny days and clear nights are the rule for Chicago the next few days. Highs will be in the low to mid-70s today and tomorrow, then a bit warmer Thursday with a big warmup Friday when highs could be well into the 80s. The weekend won’t be as...
😢 Algonquin Commons | Shopping mall in Chicago, Illinois 😢 Incredibly sad
Shopping malls have become important social and cultural spaces, offering not only a place to shop but also a venue for socializing, entertainment, and community events. Online shopping trends have influenced the retail landscape, but shopping malls continue to be popular destinations for those seeking a diverse and interactive shopping experience. Retail Stores: Malls typically have a wide range of retail stores, including clothing stores, electronics shops, bookstores, and more...
Cooler conditions Monday night in Chicago with a pleasant week ahead
CHICAGO (CBS) — While lovely autumn weather continues this week in the Chicago area, we are tracking another powerful hurricane in the Gulf headed toward Florida.Lows will drop to the 40s on Monday night. Hurricane Milton reached category 5 intensity on Monday -- the third-fastest intensifying Atlantic storm on record, and likely to become the strongest Gulf of Mexico hurricane on record so late in the year. Hurricane and storm surge watches are in effect for the Florida Gulf Coast where storm surge may reach 8-12 feet and devastating winds will damage homes and knock out power. While Milton is expected to lose some intensity before making landfall, it will still be a powerful major hurricane.In the meantime, the Chicago area will enjoy cool, dry northwesterly breezes, which will lead to mild, sunny days and brisk, clear nights.A series of cold fronts this weekend are forecast to lead to mainly dry, breezy, and cool weather for the Chicago Marathon. Sunrise temperatures are currently forecast to sit at 51 degrees with gusty north-to-south winds.
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