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Oscar Mayer Wienermobile crashes on tollway, Illinois State Police say
The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was involved in a rollover accident on the Tri-State Tollway near west suburban Oak Brook late Monday morning, Illinois State Police said. The famed hot dog-shaped vehicle was traveling north near Roosevelt Road about 11:10 a.m. when it hit a Hyundai sedan that was also traveling north, state police said. The wienermobile lost control and overcorrected after ...
Invenergy Begins Construction on $30 Million Clean Energy Training Facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Invenergy has commenced construction on its Center of Excellence (CoE), a $30 million clean energy training and manufacturing facility located at 790 Remington Boulevard in Bolingbrook, Illinois, approximately 30 miles from Chicago. The 135,000 sq. ft. facility is slated to open in the fourth quarter of 2024 and will employ...
Stolen Vehicle Leads To Police Chase Along I-80
A police chase on Sunday night ended with arrest of an 18 year old who allegedly stole a vehicle in Warrenville. On Sunday, July 21st at 9:33 p.m. Will County Sheriff Deputies located a stolen blue Hyundai sedan near the area of Midland and Jefferson. The vehicle was stolen in Warrenville earlier that morning by suspects that were armed with handguns.
Around 75 people turn out for Trump prayer vigil in Elmhurst; ‘Violence has no place in politics’
Following the attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life last Saturday at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, plans were quickly put together to hold a prayer vigil for Trump and for our nation’s healing at Elmhurst City Hall on Sunday, July 14 at 2 p.m. Around 75 people...
Driver in stolen SUV trying to escape traffic stop hits four pedestrians, multiple cars
CHICAGO (CBS) — A police officer and an 8-year-old were among five people injured after a driver in a stolen car tried to get away from police in Brighton Park Monday night. Police said officers stopped a black SUV in an alley in the 2500 block of West 46th Street around 11:30 p.m. The driver reversed in the SUV into the police car. The driver continued down the alley and hit two more cars and four pedestrians, including three women and an 8-year-old girl, while trying to escape. An officer was also injured in the incident.The three women and the officer were taken to local hospitals.The 8-year-old was treated at the scene.One person has been arrested.
Man, 61, violently robbed in the Loop
CHICAGO - A 61-year-old man was attacked and robbed at gunpoint Tuesday morning in the Loop. The man was on the sidewalk around 2:46 a.m. when four suspects got out of a dark-colored vehicle, one of them armed with a gun, and demanded his money and phone in the first block of North LaSalle Street, police said.
NWS Says At Least 27 Tornadoes In Chicago Area On July 15th
During the evening hours of July 15, a well-organized and long-lived complex of thunderstorms rolled across Iowa, Illinois and parts of Indiana. Widespread damaging winds of 60 to locally 100 mph were observed within the line, especially from eastern Iowa, northern Illinois, and central Illinois. In addition, at least 27 occurred in the NWS Chicago County Warning Area.
Orland Park rhythmic gymnast ready to take Olympic experience to the next level
Simone Biles is the most decorated artistic gymnast in the United States. But the most decorated rhythmic gymnast hails from Orland Park, and is on her way to Paris. This will be Olympics number two for Evita Griskenas. But it’s try number three.
How will switch at top of Democratic ticket affect undecided voters? Chicago area experts weigh in
ORLAND PARK, Ill. (CBS) -- Many of the nation's Democrats have reacted positively to President Biden stepping aside as the party's nominee and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the nomination—but how does the change impact undecided voters, especially women, who have made the difference in years past?Experts said Harris has a unique opportunity to appeal to undecided voters—but former President Donald Trump does too.Southwest suburban Orland Park was split down the middle for the 2020 election. Experts said voting patterns could change there as a result of a change at the top of the ballot.With 74.4% of registered voters...
Mott's Lounge marks 100 years in Burlington: 'Everybody comes here'
This week’s Made in Chicago serves up the story of a family-run bar that has survived the Great Depression, World War II, and countless other challenges over 100 years in business. It’s called Mott’s Lounge.
Chicago Residents on Alert as String of Armed Robberies and Hijacking Strike Harrison and Austin Districts
Residents of Chicago's 11th and 15th districts are being urged to stay vigilant after a string of armed robberies and an aggravated vehicular hijacking incident have plagued the area. The Chicago Police Department reported that offenders, described as one to two black males possibly in their teens, approached the victims either walking or parking in alleys. Using handguns, the assailants demanded valuables such as wallets, cellphones, purses, and even vehicles.
Man arrested after driving drunk, crashing into McAdam Landscaping
On July 18, police were dispatched to McAdam Landscaping after a car ran into the company’s fence while the business was closed. The man who crashed into the fence along Des Plaines Avenue left the car on, a handgun on the driver’s seat and immediately fled from his vehicle, according to the police report. After patrolling the area, police found a man lying in a nearby flower bed and took him into custody for the crash. His breath smelled of alcohol and he had slurred speech, according to police. The man was arrested for unlawful use of a weapon, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, having an expired license, leaving the scene with property damage, and driving under the influence of alcohol.
Pritzker Turns Thumbs Down to “Deficits as Far as the Eye Can See”
An oft-repeated $1.1 billion demand from Chicago’s mayor would actually wind up costing state taxpayers $5.5 billion. And Governor JB Pritzker is turning a big thumbs down. Pritzker Turns Thumbs Down to “Deficits as Far as the Eye Can See”. Post Author: Mike Schulz.
Shots fired, 4 stabbed at Montrose Beach
CHICAGO — Four people were stabbed during two altercations at Montrose Beach on Sunday evening, Chicago police said. Witnesses said shots were fired during one of the incidents, but no injuries were reported from gunfire. So far, no arrests have been announced. The first altercation occurred when two men...
Chicago Cubs make handful of roster moves ahead of series opener vs Milwaukee Brewers
The Chicago Cubs made a handful of roster moves ahead of their series opener against the Milwaukee Brewers, including activating right-handed pitcher Julian Merryweather from the 60-day injured list. To make room on the 40-man roster, they transferred left-handed pitcher Luke Little to the 60-day injured list. Merryweather, who has...
New Footage Emerges Of Angel Reese Causing Minor Accident After WNBA All-Star Game
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese had a solid WNBA All-Star debut on Saturday evening in Team WNBA's 117-109 upset win over Team USA. In 18 minutes of action off the bench, Reese made her presence known. The former LSU Tigers star recorded 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting, 11 rebounds, a steal, and a ...
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