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1 killed in Roseland stabbing, Chicago police say
A person was stabbed to death in the Roseland neighborhood Monday morning, Chicago police said.The incident occurred at about 12:33 a.m. in the 300-block of East 115th Street.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPolice said a male victim was outside of a vehicle with a male suspect and a female suspect when a verbal altercation turned physical.The male suspect who was the driver of the vehicle took out a cutting instrument and stabbed the male victim, who was a passenger, in the chest, police said.The victim was transported to the University of Chicago Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. Authorities have not released his identity.The two suspects fled the scene in a beige Toyota Corolla, police said.No one is in custody and Area Two detectives are investigating.
Glory falls short in home finale
A memorable inaugural campaign for the Green Bay Glory ended with two straight losses over the weekend, including a 4-2 defeat to table-leading AFC Roscoe on Sunday. The Glory found themselves down 3-0 at halftime before finding some life early in the second half with two goals in the first 10 minutes of the second half. Ozzie and Junior Ramirez tallied their goals within three minutes of each other, but an own goal ruined the Glory's chances of overtaking their Chicago rivals.
Village of Montgomery shares update to final year of current road resurfacing project
The Montgomery Village Board heard updates about the 2024 Pavement Management Program during their July 22nd meeting. Chris Ott of Engineering Enterprises, Inc. presented the updated program plan to the board with some minor changes from its original form. Ott said this is the final year of a five year...
Protracted storm-related refinery repairs in Joliet affecting gas prices regionally
DEARBORN, MI (WHTC/WKZO) – Two weeks after a tornado narrowly missed a key regional fuel refinery outside of Chicago, gas prices have yet to recover in Michigan and throughout the Midwest. Officials with the Exxon Mobil complex in Joliet are hopeful to have the nearly 252,000-barrel-per-day facility back up...
6 years for shoplifter who stabbed Target security guard in the Loop
CHICAGO — The man who stabbed a Target security guard while on probation for beating an EMT into unconsciousness last year has been given a six-year prison sentence. Roman Butler, 29, pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated battery causing great bodily harm in exchange for the sentence from Judge Charles Burns.
Prime Healthcare Agrees to Acquire 14 Ascension Healthcare Properties in Metro Chicago, Plans $250M in Improvements
CHICAGO — Prime Healthcare has agreed to acquire nine hospitals and associated physician practices in Illinois, as well as five post-acute and senior living facilities, from St. Louis-based Ascension. The properties are largely located in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. The transaction is expected to close in the first...
Vape shop among 2 Lincoln Park businesses ransacked overnight
Two Lincoln Park businesses were broken into in a matter of minutes. The first happened near Lincoln and Webster avenues. Chicago Police said someone broke a front window and left a trail of merchandise on the floor leading out the store.
I studied ShotSpotter in Chicago and Kansas City – here’s what people in Detroit and the more than 167 other cities and towns using this technology should know
Our research found that while ShotSpotter may have benefits for improved detection and response, it offers little benefit for enforcement and clearance and did not reduce gunshot victimization.
SLIB Negotiates Sale of 188-Unit Willow Falls in Crest Hill, Illinois
CREST HILL, Ill. — Senior Living Investment Brokerage has arranged the sale of Willow Falls, a seniors housing community in Crest Hill, approximately 35 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. The Class A, newer construction asset features 76 units of independent living, 81 units of assisted living and 31 units...
Shooting shut downs portion of Bishop Ford Freeway at Michigan Avenue
CHICAGO (CBS) — One person was injured in an expressway shooting on the Bishop Ford Freeway Monday morning. Just before 5:15 a.m., Illinois State Police said shots were fired at Michigan Avenue, hitting a car in the northbound lanes. The driver, of the vehicle hit by gunfire, suffered a non-life-threatening injury and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. All northbound lanes are closed. Police are investigating.
13 years for man who robbed several banks while on probation for bank robberies
CHICAGO — A career bank robber has been sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for robbing three banks in downtown Chicago after escaping from a halfway house. Federal prosecutors said Kenneth Anderson actually robbed at least nine banks, about one per week, between the time he left the halfway house and his latest arrest. They charged him with five of those holdups, and Anderson, 57, pleaded guilty to three.
Firefighters battle blaze at Joliet townhouse
CHICAGO - A fire broke out at a townhouse in Joliet early Monday morning. The Joliet Fire Department received a call about a structure fire at 920 Bluebell Circle at approximately 12:16 a.m. and arrived on the scene within three minutes. Firefighters encountered heavy flames coming from the front of...
Slideshow: Red Carpet Portraits at Sundance X Chicago Weekend
CHICAGO – Last month was historic as two titans of film and filmmaking – Chicago and the Sundance Institute of Park City, Utah – launched a collaborative weekend that signaled a cooperation that has expansion plans. Filmmakers, actors, the Chicago Mayor and Sundance officials were on the Red Carpet.
Today In Culture, Monday, July 29, 2024: Lorraine Hansberry Sculpture At Navy Pier | Taste Of Chicago Lineup | Broadway In Chicago Free Summer Concert
Get Chicago & Midwest culture news sent to your inbox every weekday morning. Subscribe to Newcity Today here. St. Louis Art Museum Names Jorge Rivas Deputy Director And Chief Curator. “Jorge Rivas will oversee the museum’s curatorial, collection and exhibition departments,” newsletters ARTnews. “He comes to SLAM from the Denver...
Evanston apartment fire displaces 14 residents
By the time crews arrived at the high-rise building on Noyes Street, residents were already evacuating. The Evanston Fire Department said a fire that started in a second-floor apartment had been put out by sprinklers.
Burglars target 3 North Side businesses in 30 minutes
CHICAGO — Police are investigating a string of business burglaries that were reported overnight in Lincoln Park and Lakeview. In Lincoln Park, two businesses were burglarized in the 2200 block of North Lincoln around 3:30 a.m., according to CPD. Officers found the front glass windows broken at both stores,...
2 charged with setting fire that killed Chicago firefighter
CHICAGO — Two men used bottles of hand sanitizer to start a fire in an empty, vacant building, prosecutors alleged, and then the owner fraudulently filed an insurance claim, pretending the residence was occupied by renters and filled with furniture, equipment and tools. The fire, though, quickly spread to...
Mother-Daughter Duo Graduates from Chicago Housing Authority’s LevelUp Program
Traceye Butler and her daughter Shannell walked into a Chicago Housing Authority office in 2019 and inquired about becoming homeowners. Five years later, they are not only on the road to accomplishing their goal – but their journey has allowed them to grow closer. Both graduated last week from...
Chicago weather: Stormy morning commute expected, with heavy downpours, lightning
The work week across the Chicago area is off to a wet and humid start, the NBC 5 Storm Team said, as daily chances for rain begin with the Monday morning commute. "Look for showers and storms as you head out for the morning commute," NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman said.
Christmas In July As Rialto Square Theatre Releases Home for the Holidays 2024 Schedule Including WJOL’s It’s A Wonderful Life Radio Play
Rialto Square Theatre and VenuWorks announced today the annual holiday series at the Rialto Square Theatre, Home for the Holidays! This lineup of family-friendly shows includes classic titles, holiday favorites, well known artists, and soon-to-be new holiday favorites. All shows will go on sale over the next few weeks, please check our website for more information: www.RialtoSquare.com/holidays.
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