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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 […]
Illinois has a ‘state mushroom' for the first time, thanks to these students
For the first time, Illinois has a state mushroom, thanks in large part to a group of students from Chicago's western suburbs. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed Senate Bill 3514 into law in August. The bill designates calvatia gigantea, commonly known as the "giant puffball," as the official state mushroom of Illinois.
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...
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...
Gorgeous Tuesday, uninterrupted sunshine and big warmth Friday
Cooler conditions settled in on Monday as temperatures dropped to more typical early October norms. Afternoon temperatures were some 5-10 degrees cooler than Sunday Gorgeous conditions ahead Tuesday with uninterrupted sunshine expected and temperatures in the lower 70s—warming trend continues the rest of the workweek. Looking ahead: Friday appears to be the warmest day of […]
Judges aiming to keep seats in November include some with notable records
The 77 judges asking Cook County voters to keep them on the bench in November include some with unexplained tax debts, arrest histories, official censures, unflattering reversals by higher courts, and ties to indicted or convicted politicians. Those judges — alongside the many with cleaner reputations and records — all...
Potential jurors report for Madigan trial, attorneys appear in court
(The Center Square) – Jury selection is scheduled to begin Wednesday morning in the bribery and racketeering trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. Potential jurors reported to court Tuesday morning and filled out questionnaires. United States of America v. Madigan et al is being held at the Everett McKinley Dirksen United States Courthouse in Chicago. ...
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.
Science smiles on the South Side
"We are showing people the power of telescopes," said fourth-year physics student Joseph Yeung as he aimed the 8-inch Dobsonian reflecting telescope to the west toward a group of people standing on the far side of a University of Chicago quadrangle. "And," he added, chortling with enthusiasm, "we are showing people how cool it is."
City of Chicago shells out millions in overtime pay while CFD needs new ambulances, contract: CFU
Chicago Firefighters Union members are speaking out against the city's overtime pay for paramedics, arguing that the money could be used for new ambulances and a new contract, as the department is operating with only 80 ambulances, far below the national average.
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 […]
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