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Big Changes Coming to Olive Garden and Illinois Isn’t Happy
In a time when wallets are tightening and restaurants across the nation are feeling the heat, Olive Garden’s parent company, Darden Restaurants, is taking a daring stand that’s leaving many customers dissatisfied. Olive Garden's Bold Move Leaves Customers with a Bitter Taste. As inflation drives up operational costs...
Staggering IRS Data Shows 262,000 People Fled Illinois in 1 Year
I'm no math genius, but this is a stunning number of people who said goodbye to Illinois in just one calendar year. New data just shared by the IRS reveals more than a quarter million residents left the Land of Lincoln recently. I saw this story today by Wirepoint which...
Big Changes Coming to 23 Illinois Costco Stores in September
The more things change, the more they stay the same. That's actually not true for 23 Costco store locations in Illinois that will be changing in September and I predict many will be unhappy with what's coming. Let me be clear that I'm not business expert and I have no...
Consumer Advocates Attend Boilingbrook Public Forum to Speak out Against Illinois American Water’s $152 Million Rate-Hike Request
Consumer Advocates Attend Boilingbrook Public Forum to Speak out Against Illinois American Water’s $152 Million Rate-Hike Request (Boilingbrook, IL) – AARP Illinois and the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) on Monday urged state regulators to reject Illinois American Water’s proposed $152 million rate-hike request at an Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) public forum in Bolingbrook. The increase would be Illinois American’s third rate hike since 2016.
DuPage County Offers Veterans Resource Fair
DuPage County recently announced their Veterans Resource Fair, which will be held Wednesday, August 21, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the first floor auditorium of the JTK Administration Building at 421 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton. The event, which is hosted by the DuPage County Recorder and the Veterans Assistance Commission of DuPage County, invites veterans and their families to attend. More than 80 service agencies and community organizations will be in attendance to offer information and assistance to veterans. Attendees are invited to enjoy refreshments and win door prizes as they receive information about programs designed to serve veterans and their families. For more information, please contact the Veterans Assistance Commission at 630-407-5655 or visit www.dupageco.org/vac.
Sturgeon Bay man injured in Friday crash
An Arlington Heights, Ill. man was cited for driving without a valid license and failing to yield to the right of way from a stop sign after he struck another vehicle with his passenger van last Friday afternoon in the Town of Sturgeon Bay. Shortly before 4:10 p.m., a Sturgeon Bay man was driving southbound on County Highway U when the passenger van driven by the Illinois man pulled out in front of him at the Silverdale Road intersection. The impact of the collision sent both vehicles into a nearby yard, with the passenger van going towards a tree on the property. According to the accident report, the deputy on the scene could smell alcohol on the breath of the Illinois man but did not see enough through the field sobriety test to add an Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) citation. The Sturgeon Bay man suffered a possible injury from the crash, but he was treated on scene.
Boat explodes in Lake Michigan near Waukegan, seriously injuring 2: Lake County Sheriff's Office
Two men were seriously injured Tuesday, after a boat exploded off the coast of the north suburbs, a Lake County Sheriff's Office spokesman said.The incident took place about 2:45 p.m. near a power plant at the end of Greenwood Avenue in Lake Michigan, Waukegan fire officials said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe two people were rescued by a good Samaritan on a boat and were brought to Waukegan Harbor, Lake County Sheriff's Office spokesman Chris Covelli said."If there wasn't a boat out there, and there were very few boats out today, those guys could have gone...
Invenergy Announces $30M Center of Excellence Focused on Training and Manufacturing
Invenergy, the leading privately held developer, owner, and operator of sustainable energy solutions, today announced it has broken ground on its Center of Excellence (CoE), a $30 million clean energy training and manufacturing facility located at 790 Remington Boulevard in Bolingbrook, Illinois, about 30 miles outside Chicago. The new facility will span 135,000 sq. ft. and is anticipated to open in the fourth quarter of 2024 following the buildout of the existing site which will employ over 250 local construction workers.
Investigation underway after man found shot to death in unincorporated Lombard
A death investigation is underway after a man was found shot to death Monday night near a home in unincorporated Lombard, according to authorities. According to the DuPage County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded at approximately 9:30 p.m. Monday night to the intersection of 16th Street and Meyers Road for reports of a shooting.
Photos: A day in the life of Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois
Editor’s note: This photo essay accompanies Les Jacobson’s story on Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois’ plans to expand its services this coming fall, which you can view here. Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois accomplishes much with very little while demand is growing for the in-home meal delivery...
Take a virtual tour through Marge Carson's factory
CLARENDON HILLS, Ill. — Janet Linly, a reknowned designer purchased the iconic luxury furniture company Marge Carson in 2023 that had gone out of business. Linly announced in February 2023 that the company had resumed production and is taking orders under the new name of Marge Carson Global, Inc. Operating from a 68,000-square-foot production facility in Tijuana, Mexico, the company has re-hired many seasoned Marge Carson craftsmen to manufacture and service its luxury brand, Linly said.
Big Week | July 24-31
Outdoors, multiple dates, 8 p.m., 7 p.m. Sundays, Oak Park Festival Theatre. Lovesick Romeo Montague and vivacious Juliet Capulet have fallen madly in love. Unfortunately, the age-old feud between their uncompromising families forbids them from being together. William Shakespeare’s famous story of love at first sight is full of action and swordplay, features some of the Bard’s most memorable language, and ponders the inevitability of a tragic end when the convictions of youth are directly at odds with the commands of their elders. Performances on July 25, 26, 27, 28, and 31. Purchase tickets at https://tinyurl.com/54p7cycf, Austin Gardens, 167 Forest Ave., Oak Park.
A look back in time
John Westermayer and Rich Kaczmarski of the Bucketheads took fourth in the 34th Annual No Gloves in 2002. Licorice jumped on the Miller 45’s to take the tournament trophy by winning 7-1. Brothers Randy and Bobby Ross both were awarded the Most Valuable Player Award; both batted over .500 in the tournament.
No charges to be filed in fatal Arlington Heights shooting; resident had order of protection
No charges will be filed against a man who shot and killed another man inside an Arlington Heights apartment.The shooting happened Sunday afternoon at the Arbor Lakes Apartment Complex, in 4200-block of North Bloomington Avenue in Arlington Heights, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said the woman who lived in the apartment had an order of protection against Jimmie Jackson Franklin, the Chicago man who was killed.RELATED: Man fatally shot at Arlington Heights apartment, resident had order of protection, police sayFranklin went into the woman's home, where attacked another man, who retrieved a gun and fired at Franklin, killing him, police said.The woman had an order of protection against Franklin, police said. The gun owner has a valid concealed carry license, police said.
Junior Tour de Naperville Set for Saturday, August 10
Naperville Park District will host a cycling tour of Wolf’s Crossing Community Park for children ages 3-12. (Photo courtesy Naperville Park District) Celebrate the Tour de France with the Naperville Park District’s annual Junior Tour de Naperville on Saturday, August 10. Kids ages 3-12 have the opportunity to ride bikes, tricycles or big wheels along the 1.2-mile path at Wolf’s Crossing Community Park, located at 3252 Wolf’s Crossing Road. Parents are welcome to cheer for their child from the sidelines or accompany them around the course. All participants are required to wear a helmet.
Off-duty CPD officer involved in Morgan Park shootout during attempted robbery: Chicago police
An off-duty Chicago police officer was involved in a South Side shootout during a robbery attempt Tuesday morning, according to authorities.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe shooting happened around 5:34 a.m. in the 10800-block of Campbell Avenue in Morgan Park. It was just starting to get light outside.The officer - who has not been identified- was getting in his car near 109th Street and Campbell to head to work when a group of suspects approached with guns, blocking him, according to Alderman Matt O'Shea.More than a dozen shots were fired in the ensuing shootout."Luckily the off-duty...
United Center owners announce plans for $7B renovation project around arena
CHICAGO — The United Center owners announced on Tuesday plans for a massive $7 billion major renovation and addition project. If approved, the estimated 10-year project, dubbed The 1901 Project to play off the United Center’s address of 1901 West Madison Street, would completely transform the look and feel around the Near West Side arena. […]
Chicago quietly drops hyped-up lawsuit against Glock firearms company
CHICAGO — When Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced in March that his administration was filing a “first-of-its-kind lawsuit” against firearm manufacturer Glock, the city drummed up publicity with a press release and widespread media coverage. There was no press release and no media coverage on Monday when...
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