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Pritzker works to clarify whether he’s being vetted for Harris running mate
(The Center Square) – Questions persist around whether Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is or is not being vetted as a possible vice presidential candidate for Kamala Harris. President Joe Biden announced Sunday he was not seeking reelection. He later endorsed Vice President Harris to be the nominee. Democratic leaders, including Pritzker, followed suit with endorsements of Harris. Alongside the names of Democratic governors from several other states, Pritzker’s name was...
Illinois Now Forecast to Lose 400,000 Residents in Next 20 Years
There's good news and bad news about a new population forecast for Illinois. The bad news is that the state is forecast to lose almost 400,000 residents in the next couple of decades. The good news is rentals should be easier to find. This is based on a new ranking...
Your Hometown: Lindy’s Landing
JP Mazur is the General Manager at Lindy’s Landing and joins Jon Hansen to talk about Lindy’s history! The two talk about the views of the lake and the venues they offer. JP also shares food and drink recommendations for when you visit and more! Lindy’s Landing is located at 115 Park St, Wauconda, IL.
Police fatally shoot dog in Elgin after animal attacked its owners
Police in Elgin fatally shot a dog Thursday night after the animal attacked its owners, causing serious injuries, officials said. According to authorities, officers responded just after 4:50 p.m. to a residence in the 900 block of High Street for reports of a dog attacking a man and woman. Upon...
Major rollover crash leads to temporary road closure in Addison
ADDISON, Ill. - A major rollover crash in the west suburbs has led to a temporary road closure, according to officials. The crash happened on Rohlwing Road (IL Route 53) at Winthrop Avenue in Addison around 3 p.m. Friday. Multiple fire trucks, ambulances and police vehicles swarmed the scene. A...
One person airlifted after semi-dump truck overturns in Addison
ADDISON, Ill. – One person was airlifted to a nearby hospital after being removed from an overturned semi-dump truck in Addison following a rollover crash. SkyCam9 observed several crews working to extricate a person from the overturned semi at the intersection of Rohwling Road and Winthrop Avenue following a two-vehicle crash. Fire personnel were able […]
Village Launching New Portal to Streamline Building Permit Applications & Code Enforcement
The Village is launching a new cloud-based software called Cloudpermit that will allow community members to complete their entire building permit process online and easily submit code enforcement concerns. Code Enforcement Portal Now Active. Through Cloudpermit, users can submit a concern by searching for an address or selecting an address...
City Tree Trimming Operations Now Underway
The City of Geneva announced tree trimming operations will be taking place over the next several months on the City's west side. A City contractor started trimming trees in July west of the Fox River and north of State Street (Route 38). Trimming occurs year-round with the majority of the work being performed in the fall.
Federal marshals storm suburban Chicago home rescuing abducted North Carolina teen
CHICAGO (CBS) — With guns drawn, heavily armed officers heavily armed were on the scene as federal marshals stormed a home in Libertyville and rescued a 15-year-old girl.The girl was reported missing in North Carolina earlier this month, and neighbors in the suburb knew there was trouble in the house.The peaceful ambiance of Prairie Ridge Road in Libertyville was jolted this week when U.S. marshals swarmed the block where a 15-year-old girl from North Carolina was found.The man arrested in this case had a reputation for being everything but a good neighbor.Federal law enforcement officials zeroed in on this home in...
Chicago nonprofit to host literary festival for young readers in Pullman
A Chicago nonprofit is helping young people deepen their love of literature.Burst into Books is an advocate for literacy, with the hope of transforming the world through education.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOn Saturday, the third annual Burst into Books W.O.W. Literary Festival will return, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Dr. Conrad Worrill Track & Field Center in Chicago's Pullman neighborhood.This event is supported by a Chicago Presents grant from the city of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events, a program to support the presentation of free arts programming in Chicago...
Angel Reese's Major Admission Highlights Stark Contrast With Caitlin Clark
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese recently joined an interview with WNBA reporter Khristina Williams on her podcast, "In Case You Missed It." The first-year star was asked about her relationship with league veterans, and Reese shared her honest feelings on the treatment she receives. "They ...
NFL expert gives stunning prediction on how far the Chicago Bears will go in 2024
Every analyst has their predictions on how the Chicago Bears will do in 2024. Some say that the Bears are primed to take a big step forward after finishing 7-10 in 2023, while others say to pump the brakes on the optimism. However, NFL Network’s Rich Eisen gave the most shocking - and exciting if you’re a Bears fan, prediction of any we’ve heard.
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