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DNC Day 1: Protesters, police clash outside as festivities begin inside
The 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC) began Monday in Chicago, with roughly 50,000 people expected to arrive in the city. Monday night’s keynote speaker is President Joe Biden, who’s expected to take the stage shortly after 9 p.m.
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson expects role in Chicago DNC, though unclear if it's in primetime
Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson will be part of a "baton handoff" with another mayor during this week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago, he told the Journal Sentinel Monday. "It's not like a superhero origin story or anything like that. It's not like Bruce Wayne was 10 when he went down Crime Alley — it's not anything like that," said Johnson, an ardent Batman fan and fast-rising Democrat. "I've described it sort of like a relay with another...
Tim Walz surprises Wisconsin delegates at DNC breakfast
CHICAGO (WMTV) - Democratic Vice Presidential Candidate Tim Walz surprised Wisconsin delegates during Monday’s breakfast at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Walz offered a pep talk to Wisconsin and Pennsylvania delegates as the DNC kicked off. He was introduced at the Wisconsin breakfast by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
Wilmette police chief to move on after nearly 30 years; another department veteran will take the reins
After 29 years in service with the Wilmette Police Department, Chief Kyle Murphy will retire from the department in September and take on a new challenge in another Chicago suburb. Following a seven-year run as Wilmette’s police leader, Murphy will become the police chief of the Village of Barrington Hills,...
Republican Operative on CNN Dismisses 1968 DNC Comparisons: ‘It’s Not Going to Happen’
Republican strategist David Urban scoffed at suggestions that the Democratic National Convention in Chicago would end up reflecting the chaos and violence of the party's confab there in 1968, bluntly telling a CNN panel, "it's not going to happen." The post Republican Operative on CNN Dismisses 1968 DNC Comparisons: ‘It’s Not Going to Happen’ first appeared on Mediaite.
Dolton’s Mayor Henyard Faces Backlash over Alleged Misuse of Taxpayer Money
The mayor of a small town in Illinois is in hot water amid allegations of lavish spending of taxpayer money. The peculiar case involves Tiffany Henyard, the Mayor of Dolton, who fell under scrutiny after reportedly failing to provide financial reports. The accusations against the Mayor resulted in the halt...
3 Chicago Bears Who Locked up Roster Spots After Preseason Week 2
The Chicago Bears improved their preseason record to 3-0 thanks to a decisive win over the visiting Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday. Serving as the first game at Soldier Field in over seven months, the Bears debuted several newcomers to the Chicago faithful, including draftees Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze as well as acquired veterans like Keenan Allen and Gerald Everett.
Popular Fast-Food Chain Suddenly Closes Illinois Stores Permanently
Families looking forward to their favorite fast-food meal after work today were disappointed when they discovered 'CLOSED' signs on the door. According to a post on the Loves Park Neighborhood Watch Group Facebook page, at least four locations of KFC restaurants have shut their doors for good. A letter posted...
4 Things That Will Surprise About Illinois' Violent Crime Rate
Like any other state, Illinois has a violent crime problem, and it's always the areas around its largest cities where the numbers are the worst. What was surprising to me, is with all the attention the city of Chicago gets for its violence, I never thought that we would not have the highest rate of all 4 states that surround us.
Big Lots (With 29 Illinois Stores) Is Closing A Lot More Spots
We're living in an interesting time, which is not always a good thing...especially when it comes to the sheer volume of national chain stores and restaurants that are shuttering locations on a permanent basis (not to mention the number of local businesses that have done the same thing). There's no...
It’s About Time: Illinois Now Has An Official State…Mushroom
Well, if you're going to do something, go big. That appears to be exactly what Illinois has done with the announcement of a new official state mushroom, Calvatia gigantea, also known as the Giant Puffball mushroom. If you've never heard of the Giant Puffball mushroom, you probably think that this...
New Atlas Air Academy Creates Direct Pathway for Hiring Young Pilots
Atlas Air, the world’s largest operator of Boeing 747 aircraft, is partnering with an aviation education group to provide a hiring pathway for aspiring pilots who want to work for the large cargo airline. The program is designed to attract young people whom the company can prepare according to its requirements as it continues to grow internationally.
Labor Day safe driving campaign | North Central land use plan | Heroes and Helicopters
Naperville police join other law enforcement in Labor Day safe driving campaign. The Naperville Police Department is joining other law enforcement agencies around the state as well as MADD IL to step up efforts to stop impaired and dangerous driving ahead of and throughout the Labor Day weekend. The “Drive...
Franklin Park Hosts All Saints Today After Big Win Over Newton Saturday
The Franklin Park Bobcats are 2-0 and will host Breese All Saints today. Salem traveled to Newton on Saturday and finished with a 17-2 dominating win. Zane Applegate doubled going 2-3 with 3 RBI. Owen Tennyson also drove in 3 going 3-4. Eli Purdy had 2 hits and 2 RBI with Jax Schaubert and Kai Graham also adding RBI. Applegate was the winning pitcher going all 4 innings allowing 2 hits and 2 earned runs with 5 strikeouts.
Alpha Kappa Alpha hosts 'get out the vote' event in Woodlawn
A pep rally in the parking lot of Apostolic Church of God was the staging area for a "get out the vote" effort in Woodlawn on Monday.Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. hosted the event as an effort to increase voter engagement ahead of the presidential election.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"No matter who you want to vote for, we want to capitalize on the political process that's happening in the city and make sure everybody knows they can be a part of it," said Kimberly Collier with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.Other members of the Divine...
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