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Proposed NFL Trade Lands Bears ‘Menace’ Browns DT for Cheap
The Chicago Bears are optimistic that their young interior defensive linemen can take the next step for them during the 2024 season and boost their pass rush. Should the Bears reach the end of training camp and find they need another veteran in the room, though, a trade with the Cleveland Browns may suit their needs.
Justin Fields trade is already trending toward the Bears' benefit in training camp
A few months back, the Justin Fields era officially ended in the Windy City as the Chicago Bears dealt their former first-round quarterback to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a conditional sixth-round pick. It was a foregone conclusion. The Bears were drafting Caleb Williams and building the team around...
For White Sox prospect Anthony Hoopii-Tuionetoa, Hawaiian pride is something ‘I wear on my sleeve’
New White Sox prospect Anthony Hoopii-Tuionetoa can very easily imagine not having a baseball career had he not received an important nudge. He was part of two Hawaii state championship teams at Baldwin High School, the same place that produced longtime big leaguer Kurt Suzuki, but MLB scouts specifically assigned to the 50th state are rare.
Federal Reserve Monday Museum highlights Negro Leagues
Black baseball is hitting it out of the park this year, especially in Chicago.What's happening: In May, Negro Leagues stats were finally merged with those in the rest of Major League Baseball, and this week a new exhibition on the leagues debuted at the Chicago Fed's Money Museum on LaSalle Street.Driving the news: The showcase is based on collectible coins released in 2020 to commemorate the league's 100th anniversary.Zoom in: One coin depicts the "father of Black baseball," Chicagoan Andrew "Rube" Foster."He not only put Black baseball in Chicago on the map in the early 20th century but more was...
Chesterton Man dies in 2-vehicle crash on I-80 in Lake County
CROWN POINT, Ind. (WISH) — A Chesterton man was killed early Saturday morning in a two-vehicle crash on I-80 in Lake County, Indiana State Police said in a news release. At 2:30 a.m. Saturday, Indiana State Police troopers were dispatched to a crash that occurred on I-80/94 eastbound lanes near the 8.0-mile marker. This location […]
Journeyman Distillery’s first Chef’s Dinner gives diners relaxed, catered meal on American Factory rooftop
Many gathered on the American Factory’s rooftop for the first of Journeyman Distillery’s Chef’s Dinner Series on Friday, July 26. Each planned dinner features a carefully catered evening of dining following a theme, with dishes created by Executive Chef Amanda Salas and complemented by accompanying cocktails by Lead Bartender Daniel Lagestee.
Strange Earthquake Just Hit this O’Fallon, Illinois Neighborhood
When it comes to New Madrid Fault earthquakes, I think I've now seen it all. There was just a tremor that shook a neighborhood in O'Fallon, Illinois Saturday morning. I had to do a double-take when I saw this earthquake appear on the USGS earthquake map this morning. It was a 2.4 magnitude quake in a subdivision in O'Fallon, Illinois and it's been confirmed by a USGS seismologist. It was centered here.
‘A wonderful location for the birds’: 8 American kestrels banded at landfill
PLAINFIELD TWP., Pa. — For two decades, Kevin Kelly has made a home for birds at Grand Central Landfill. “Most wouldn’t believe that a landfill could be a beautiful habitat,” said Kelly, Waste Management’s wastewater treatment plant technician. “But with hundreds of grassland acres, it’s a...
Village of Minooka Receives Great News Regarding Audit
The Village of Minooka recently received great news regarding their financial audit. Minooka Finance Director Austin Haacke explained a few details of that audit which was presented at the village board meeting. Haacke also had this to report. Your browser does not support the audio element. The audit was also...
Lutheran Life Communities: Exclusive Sneak Peek of Innovative Smart Home Cottages Coming to Chicagoland
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. /Massachusetts Newswire – National News/ — Lutheran Life Communities, a non-profit senior living and services organization, announces the expansion of two of its 62+ senior living campuses with the planned development of up to 24 new cottage homes. The new cottages will be built at Pleasant View in Ottawa, Illinois and Wittenberg Village in Crown Point, Indiana. The cottages at these two entrance fee communities are designed for modern living and long-term peace of mind.
Morris Police Officer Markusic Named Finalist For Illinois Officer of the Year
A Morris Police Officer was recently honored as a state finalist. Morris Police Officer Derek Zumbahlen was in our studios on Friday talking about Officer Sarah Markusic receiving nominations for Illinois Officer of the Year. Your browser does not support the audio element. Morris Police Chief Alices Steffes said Officer...
Win VIP Tickets to Cooper Alan and Drew Baldridge at Streator Fest
B104 has your chance to be a VIP and score tickets to see Cooper Alan and Drew Baldridge at Streatorfest on Friday August 2nd!. Tune in with Buck Stevens at 2:20 (7/29 – 8/2) to win a pair of VIP tickets to the concert! Listen for the cue to call at 2:20pm, caller 9 at 309-821-1041 when you hear it will WIN a pair of VIP tickets. As always, general admission is FREE to all the concerts, but VIP tickets get you closest to the stage; your VIP ticket comes with an exclusive lanyard, has its own restrooms and bars, and includes a 21+ wristband.
Village of Plainfield, IL, Considering a 5% Self-Storage Sales Tax
The Plainfield, Illinois, Village Board is discussing whether to impose a 5% sales tax on self-storage rentals. Under the proposal, the facility operator would be responsible for maintaining records and making payments to the village, according to a source. The tax was proposed in a memo by Jake Melrose, development...
Former Ottawa Senators Assistant Coach Bob Jones Remembered for his Courageous Battle with ALS
The Ottawa Senators are mourning the passing of former assistant coach Bob Jones, who lost his battle with ALS after being diagnosed in December 2022. Bob Jones was diagnosed with ALS in December 2022. He spent 21 seasons as an OHL coach. State of Play. Former assistant coach Bob Jones...
Hot Wheels Legends Tour coming to Chicago area in Morris
The world's largest traveling car show is coming to the Chicago area this weekend.The Hot Wheels Legends Tour gives custom car builders the chance to have their creations turned into the next Hot Wheels die-cast toy car.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchABC7 was joined in studio Friday by Hot Wheels lead designer Eric Han.He explained what the tour is, the judging process, and the process of turning a real car into a toy car.The video interview can be viewed in the video player above.The Hot Wheels Legends Tour event starts at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Walmart on Route 6 in Morris, Illinois.
Win a Channahon’s Three Rivers Festival Prize Pack
Channahon’s Three Rivers Festival is happening August 7th-11th at Central Park (Rt 6 & Bluff) in Channahon!!. Listen to Scott Slocum in the morning for your chance to win a free Prize Pack for Channahon’s awesome Festival!. Prize Pack includes – 2 Bar Tent Entries and $40 in...
Oswego police avert 'catastrophe' by rescuing cat from engine
Oswego Police Department community officers helped to avert what the department calls a "catastrophe" earlier this week after a cat was found in a vehicle's engine compartment. Officers were called after someone heard meowing but couldn't find the source. The cat was extricated from the vehicle and is now safe...
Lewis University Women’s Bowling Team Adds Six New Bowlers for 2024-25 Season
Flyer Bowling Adds Six To Roster as Lewis University women's bowling team welcomes new bowlers for the upcoming season, including top performers and transfers from other universities. Hale, a transfer from Georgian Court University, finished top 24 in the USBC U22 Queens Tournament and won multiple titles in various competitions.
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