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Chicago Bulls retired numbers, future candidates and if Derrick Rose is one of them
The Chicago Bulls are a long way from the glory days of the Michael Jordan era, which is evident in their retired numbers. The Bulls only have seven retired numbers overall and all but two of them are associated in some way with that era. It’s not only a testament...
Push to Give Chicago Voters Power to Recall Mayor Raises Less Than $300 in 3 Months
The push to give voters the power to recall the mayor of Chicago raised less than $300 since the initiative was announced three months ago, according to records filed with state election officials. Despite a flurry of media attention after Daniel Boland announced the creation of the Committee for Chicago...
Driver killed after semi flips off of I-80: ISP
According to Illinois State Police, the accident occurred shortly in the eastbound lanes of I-80. A truck-tractor semi-trailer veered off the road, fell down an embankment and then overturned on to Kedzie Avenue. He died at the scene.
Elite American Airlines Frequent Flyer Says He Was Barred From Entering Airport Lounge Because He Was Wearing a Pro-Union Pin Badge
An elite American Airlines frequent flyer says he was barred from entering one of the carrier’s Admirals Club airport lounge at Chicago O’Hare because he was wearing a pro-union pin badge on his lapel and the agent only relented when she discovered he was a regular passenger. Josh...
Ex-Deputy Mayor Drank On The Job, Major Contractor Lied About Being City-Based, Watchdog Report Says
CHICAGO — A former deputy mayor accused of drinking on the job has been placed on the city’s do not hire list, according to a report released Monday from the city’s watchdog agency. Though the 57-page report from Inspector General Deborah Witzburg’s office does not identify the...
Chicago Police Search for Suspects in Senior Citizen Robbery on CTA Orange Line
The Chicago Police Department is on the lookout for a group involved in a violent incident on the CTA Orange Line, where a senior citizen was robbed and assaulted. Last week, on July 8, an elderly passenger on the city's transit system faced a harrowing ordeal when multiple individuals engaged him and forcibly took his debit card.
Frankfort, IL – Storm Damage Clean-Up Continues
Frankfort, IL – Crews have been working tirelessly since last night to address the storm damage in Frankfort. Efforts are currently focused on clearing roadways and removing hazards on public property. According to village officials, private contractors hired by residents should handle the debris removal from private properties. Branch...
Beverly Ice Cream Shop, Gift Store Left Reeling After Air Conditioner Parts Stolen
BEVERLY — Last week, the co-owner of Ohana Ice & Treats scrambled to pick up ice cream bars and popsicles from her distributor to donate to Sutherland Elementary’s summer camp. Keynn Cain, who opened Ohana with her spouse, Kenneth Cain, in 2018, was booked to provide Ohana’s signature...
14-time convicted felon gets FIVE years for shooting a kid and SEVEN years drug charges
CHICAGO — A Chicago man accused of shooting a 3-year-old while on bail for a fentanyl distribution charge pleaded guilty in both cases last week and got more prison time for the drugs than the shooting. Andy Wallace, now a 14-time convicted felon, received five years for aggravated battery...
Pickpockets, purse thieves strike dozens of times in downtown Chicago
CHICAGO — Three well-dressed thieves entered a Loop restaurant, sneakily stole a woman’s purse, and headed out the door. That’s just one of dozens of similar thefts and pickpocket cases reported at downtown bars, restaurants and hotels since early June, according to Chicago police. On Monday, the...
Simone Biles Sends Five-Word Parting Message To NFL Player Husband Before Olympics
Simone Biles and USA Gymnastics headed to Paris on Monday as they prepare for the 2024 Olympics. Before that, however, the legendary gymnast made sure to give her husband, Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens, a sweet parting message. Biles and Owens will be away from each other, albeit ...
Man Found Dead in Mokena Amid Severe Storms near Route 45 Overnight
Mokena, IL – Mokena police discovered a young man unresponsive near 191st Street and LaGrange Road during Monday night’s severe storm. Paramedics responded to the scene, but the individual was pronounced dead. According to the Mokena Police Department, there were no initial signs of foul play, and an...
No deal? Bears No. 1 pick Caleb Williams unsigned on eve of training camp
Training camp begins Tuesday for Chicago Bears' rookies, but No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams is trending toward an unexcused absence. Williams is unsigned and operating without an agent. He asserted that his team of lawyers and the Bears' brass are working out the terms of his first NFL contract, but the NFLPA confirmed clubs cannot negotiate directly with third parties, including attorneys.
Severe Weather and Shaking in Northern Illinois
Parts of northern Illinois shook Monday as a 3.4 magnitude earthquake struck in the early morning hours. The earthquake was centered northwest of the DeKalb County village of Somonauk. According to the United States Geological Survey, the trembler had an estimated depth of about 6 miles. The earthquake could be felt as far as Joliet.
WATCH: 7 tornadoes observed in Chicagoland, drone footage shows major damage from Monday night’s powerful storms
CHICAGO — Chicagoland residents are assessing the damage and cleaning up Tuesday morning after powerful storms ripped through the area Monday night. WGN photographer Tremaine Williams captured drone footage showing significant damage in southwest suburban Shorewood left in the wake of the powerful storms. Check out the video attached to this story to see Williams’ […]
COUNTRY Financial records over 1,000 claims from severe storms
BLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington-based insurance company reports more than 1,000 claims after several days of severe storms in Central Illinois. According to a news release, COUNTRY Financial leaders say the claims include damage reports to vehicles, homes, and property. Over the past 36 hours, some parts of Central Illinois...
Illinois, This Is How Long Your Food Can Last In The Fridge Without Power
Monday night's storms brought strong winds and thousands of power outages. For many parts of the Quad Cities, stoplights are out and power companies are working hard to restore power to those affected by what has been classified as a derecho. It was a nasty, eventful Monday night. MidAmerican says that they expect to have most Quad Cities outages restored by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17th and all restored by 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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