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GhanaFest brings authentic Ghanaian celebration to Washington Park
The Ghana National Council of Metropolitan Chicago and its Affiliates, known as tribes, are ready for GhanaFest.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe event is happening at Washington Park on July 27 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. This year the theme is "Embracing Our Culture."The 36th annual festival is the most prominent display of authentic Ghanaian culture in the Midwest.Tickets cost $20, and guests will enjoy all-day access to vendors selling authentic Ghanaian food.Vendors will also sell shea butter, African clothing, art, and jewelry from Ghana.The Chiefs and Queen Mothers of the various tribes will parade and participate in live musical performances.Traditionally held on the last Saturday in July, it has grown from a small gathering to an event attracting over 5,800 guests.The success of GhanaFest in Chicago has inspired many other cities with large Ghanaian populations to adopt the concept and host their own annual GhanaFest celebrations.For more information about the Ghana National Council and tickets at the 36th Annual GhanaFest, log on to gncchicago.org.
Boys armed with machine gun robbed 14-year-old in Uptown, police say.
CHICAGO — In a shocking announcement, Chicago police said on Sunday that two teenage boys have been charged with using a machine gun to rob a 14-year-old in Uptown. The robbery occurred around 5 p.m. Saturday in the 5100 block of North Sheridan. Police said a group of people, including a 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy, robbed the younger boy at gunpoint and then fled the scene.
Boy, 7, hospitalized after being shot in head on Dan Ryan Expressway
CHICAGO (CBS) — A 7-year-old boy was hospitalized after he was shot on the Dan Ryan Expressway Sunday morning.Illinois State Police say a vehicle was traveling down I-94 near 73rd Street around 2:40 a.m. when someone in another car started shooting at them – striking the boy who was a passenger.The driver of the struck car exited the expressway and stopped near 22nd and Michigan to call for help. The boy was taken to the hospital with a gunshot wound to the head.State police closed the expressway's northbound lanes just before 4 a.m. to investigate. All lanes reopened around 4:53 a.m.Investigation into the shooting remains ongoing. No further information was immediately available.
Illinois and Wisconsin Kids Invited to Bring Their Small Businesses to August Market
Are your kids obsessed with making friendship bracelets? Hosting lemonade stands? Turn their hobbies into cash this August in Rockton, Illinois. When I think back to being a kid and wanting to earn a few extra bucks, I land on a memory of my friends and I creating some sort of dog's baby-sitting service.
LaPorte County man, 65, killed in crash
A LaPorte County man died after crashing his vehicle. It was just before 12 p.m. on Friday, July 19, when deputies were called to County Road 300 North, west of Johnson Road, where a 2010 Ford Explorer was traveling westbound. The vehicle traveled left of center and across the eastbound...
Indiana Grown: Modest Midwest Wax Co.
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Each and every Saturday, WISH-TV highlights a local company together with our partners at Indiana Grown. This week, Olivia Neal with Modest Midwest Wax Co. joined News 8 at Daybreak. Neal shares with News 8 her company’s commitment to sustainability and mission to create clean home options, such as dye-free and mica-free […]
Motorcycle rider dies after crash on Edens Expy. near Skokie, Illinois State Police say
A motorcycle rider died after a fiery crash on the Edens Expressway in the north suburbs, Illinois State Police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash happened around 8:16 p.m. on Saturday on the southbound lanes of I-94 at Lake Avenue near Skokie.The rider of a Suzuki motorcycle crashed into a Toyota Prius while crossing onto the ramp, according to police.After the crash, the motorcycle caught fire. The rider was rushed to the hospital where they later died.Video shows the bike and pieces of metal scattered across the road.Traffic was diverted off the expressway to Skokie Avenue up until 12:25 a.m. when all lanes were reopened, ISP said.No information was immediately available about the rider who died. It is unknown if the driver of Prius had any injuries.
Harley-Davidson of Michigan City celebrates 25th anniversary
It was an all-day celebration at Harley-Davidson of Michigan City on Saturday, July 20. The shop invited the entire community for a day of fun in honor of the shop celebrating 25 years of business. Jeff Haggerty, general manager at Harley-Davidson of Michigan City, shares what an important milestone this...
Sendoff party held for ‘Miss Indiana USA’ ahead of ‘Miss USA’ competition
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - A grand sendoff was held Sunday night for Elkhart County’s very own 2024 Miss Indiana USA Stephanie Sullivan as she leaves for California next week. The party took place at Michael’s Italian Restaurant in Elkhart — a place that Sullivan and her family have frequented for a bite to eat for more than 15 years.
Northern Indiana Forecast: Clear Sunday, Isolated Showers Ahead
Fort Wayne, IN – Northern Indiana residents can expect a comfortable and mild stretch of weather through early next week. Tonight, temperatures will drop to the upper 50s to low 60s, accompanied by clear skies and light winds. According to the US National Weather Service Northern Indiana, the region...
Indiana State Police K9 Gifted Protective Vest
BREMEN, Ind. — Indiana State Police K9 Daisy was gifted a bullet and stab protective vest over the weekend thanks to a donation from the non-profit organizations “Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.” The vest honors a previously fallen police K9 from Des Moines, Iowa, Hobbs with a memoriam embroidered on the vests front. It was […] The post Indiana State Police K9 Gifted Protective Vest appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Rep. Sue Errington to Host Town Hall Meeting on High School Diploma Redesign Proposal
MUNCIE, IN—The Indiana Department of Education recently announced plans to significantly redesign Indiana’s high school diplomas solely as the “GPS Diploma” and “GPS Diploma Plus” starting with the Class of 2029 (this upcoming academic year’s eighth graders). This would completely erase the General, Core 40, Core 40 with Academic Honors and the Core 40 with Technical Honors.
Mostly cloudy Sunday, humidity climbs over the next few days
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A nice weekend continues in Indiana with more clouds today. Humidity climbs later today and ramps up midweek. TODAY: Mostly cloudy should hold through most of the day. A stray sprinkle may be possible, but the vast majority remain dry for today. Humidity starts to climb later today. High temperatures in the […]
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Vintage cars on display at 16th annual Old Car Show in LaPorte
LAPORTE, Ind. (WSBT) — Calling all car lovers - Saturday is the 16th annual Old Car Show in LaPorte!. The event will take place from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the LaPorte County Historical Museum. There will also be food trucks and vendors at the car show. Tickets...
Chicago ranks as one of most stressed cities in country
(The Center Square) – With the city of Chicago ranking as one of the most stressful places to live in the country in a new WalletHub survey, Illinois state Rep. Chris Miller says there’s a good reason why so many area residents feel the malaise that they do. “J.B. Pritzker has destroyed safety and security […]
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