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Suburban Chicago woman's Ticketmaster tickers stolen by hackers — and she's not alone
OSWEGO, Ill. (CBS) -- Anyone who recently bought tickets through Ticketmaster might want to pay attention here—as customers across the country sound the alarm about a new scam. This scam involves customers' purchased tickets disappearing before they could even be used—and landing in the hands of scammers. Ingrid Villanueva of Oswego was a victim of the scam. She was all ready for the experience of a lifetime—going to see the South Korean boy band Seventeen in concert for the first time. But the K-pop fan never got to go. She said she was swindled out of the opportunity after tickets...
Some Florida runners drop out of Chicago Marathon due to Hurricane Milton
Though tens of thousands of runners have long been preparing for the 2024 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, those planning to travel from Florida are facing a major threat from Hurricane Milton. "I’m really nervous because I grew up here and this is the first time we’re really getting a...
Still without a contract, fed up CFD union files grievance claiming truck shortage
The Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2 is sounding the alarm on a truck shortage. An Englewood fire station was without a truck this weekend. The union is filing a grievance with the City and the Illinois Labor Relations Board.
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...
Riot Fest 2024 Confirms Attendee’s Death, Family Launches GoFundMe Campaign for Support
Tragedy struck Riot Fest 2024 on September 22, and the incident is sparking some conversations online. 58-year-old Stephen Shult suffered a medical emergency at the Chicago-based rock music festival. Sadly, Shult passed away just a few days ago as a result of the injuries sustained at the event. According to...
Megan Thee Stallion Will Bring Annual ‘Hottieween’ Party to Chicago
Megan Thee Stallion is upgrading her annual Hottieween celebration, and taking it to Chicago! On Tuesday, the musician announced that her yearly party will be held on Oct. 31 — and all of the ticket proceeds will support her charity.Yung Miami, GloRilla Set to Perform at 2024 BET Hip-Hop Music Awards “Hottieween is BIGGER than ever this year !!! CHICAGO HOTTIES we had so much fun together at Thee Hot Girl Summer Tour so I hadddd to come celebrate Hottieween with yall,” Megan wrote on X. “Trust me you don’t wanna miss this one See you soon.” All ticket sales...
Biden EPA requires Chicago to dramatically speed up replacement of toxic lead pipes
Chicago must replace every toxic lead pipe connecting homes to water mains within two decades — an aggressive deadline imposed this week by President Joe Biden after his administration initially proposed giving city officials twice as long to complete the job. The more stringent requirement is part of a broader package of changes in federal regulations intended to protect Americans from a ...
Palos Hills woman absolved of paying income taxes on $50K she didn't earn
The IRS has resolved a situation for an elderly Palos Hills woman who was being sent tax bills for $50,000 from a railroad pension she didn't earn.Olga Rusewicz was being accused of owing about $3,000 in back taxes for alleged income of about $48,000 over recent years in a railroad pension. But she never worked for the railroad, and never collected the money. She believes she was a victim of identity theft and a tax return scam in which someone filed for taxes in her name.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchRusewicz, who lives on social security,...
CFD first in country to adopt new technology to protect firefighters from lasting health risks
CHICAGO —The Chicago Fire Department became the first to adopt a new technology to protect their health. We know Chicago firefighters face dangerous situations every day. In fact, they’ve had several just the summer alone. While they have respirators when they go into many of those hazardous fires, it’s the lingering effect of what’s left […]
Cheap Halloween activities in Chicagoland
Get into the spooky spirit by touring local Halloween displays. Our map of some of the best DIY haunts in Chicagoland is an awesome resource for finding free, kid-friendly Halloween displays near you. Dress up in a costume or Halloween attire, load the kids in the car, and pick a few spots to visit for spooks, surprises and more Halloween fun.
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