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Cook County Treasurer: $22M in automatic refunds to be divvied among property owners who overpaid 2023 property taxes
Cook County property owners who overpaid their 2023 property taxes are getting money back, according to Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas. In a news release Tuesday morning, Pappas announced more than $22 million in automatic refunds will be sent to over 10,000 property owners who overpaid their property taxes last year. “For many senior citizens […]
Former detainees call on Cook County to shut down youth detention center, alleging widespread abuse
Attorneys and former detainees are calling for the closure of the Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, alleging in newly filed class-action lawsuits systematic sexual abuse and “atrocious conditions” in the facility where minors are held while awaiting trial. The complaints, filed Monday on behalf of 193 former residents of the Near West Side detention center, formerly called the ...
Naperville police investigating alleged armed robbery of local business
The Naperville Police Department is seeking any information from the public regarding a reported armed robbery early Friday morning. The incident took place just before 5:00 at a business in the 4900 block of S. Route 59. Officers responded to the scene approximately 10 minutes after the robbery took place....
Off-duty CPD officer in Beverly engages in shootout, police say
According to Chicago Police, the incident occurred shortly after 5:30 a.m., at 108th and Campbell, in the Beverly neighborhood. The off-duty officer was approached by multiple armed suspects and gunfire broke out, police said.
Diner en Blanc annual outdoor picnic features neighborhood foods.
This year's Dîner en Blanc celebrates the city's vast, diverse culinary culture.Why it matters: Each Chicago neighborhood offers a different set of ethnic traditions and scrumptious foods. For Dîner en Blanc's 10th anniversary, the fancy "outdoor picnic" features baskets with food from Maxwell Street, Greektown, Devon, Pilsen and Little Italy. Last year's Dîner en Blanc. Photo: Courtesy of Chris DiltsHow it works: The annual outdoor picnic is held at a secret location that guests don't learn about until they arrive at a separate meeting place. They must dress in white and bring their own picnic table and place settings; they can opt to provide their own baskets of food.Guests can also purchase tickets that include a prepared picnic basket and buy booze during dinner.Picnic baskets range from $52 for a French cheese and charcuterie platter served with a baguette to $82 for Little Italy-inspired surf and turf.Past locales have included the Art Institute, Lincoln Park Zoo and Federal Plaza.What to expect: This year the food is prepared by Charles Haracz of Blue Plate catering, with wine and champagne (the only beverage options) from local winery Glunz. If you go: Tickets for Wednesday's soiree range from $55 to $68.
Illegal immigrants can keep professional licenses despite deportation with new law
(The Center Square) – Migrants who get deported from the country may be able to keep their professional license from Illinois under a new law. Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the measure into law last week. House Bill 5457 provides that the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation may not revoke, suspend, or take any other disciplinary or non-disciplinary action against a license or permit issued under the law based solely upon an immigration violation. ...
Two Individuals Accused of Possessing & Dealing Cannabis in Grundy Co.
Two individuals from Bloomington, Illinois are accused of possessing and dealing cannabis in Grundy County. Police officials say 42-year-old Felix Rials and 33-year-old Candis Blues were arrested for possessing between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis and possession with the intent to deliver between 500 and 2000 grams of cannabis.
Aurora Man Arrested By Grundy Proactive Unit in Morris
The Grundy County Proactive Unit arrested a man facing several firearm related offenses. Kevon Jones, 23, of Aurora was charged with the Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Unlawful Use of a Weapon, Unlawful Possession of Firearm Ammunition, and Obstructing Justice. He was also wanted on a Kendall County warrant and DuPage County warrant.
Chicago's United Center Owners Unveil $7 Billion '1901 Project' to Revitalize Near West Side with Green Spaces and Housing
The Near West Side of Chicago is poised for a monumental overhaul after the families behind the city's storied United Center, home to the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, revealed detailed plans for a massive $7 billion redevelopment project. Termed the 1901 Project, the ambitious initiative aims to transform the current scape dominated by parking lots into a revitalized neighborhood with abundant green spaces, housing, and a new music venue, according to information obtained by NBC Chicago.
Aurora woman paying it forward after winning $1M on scratch-off ticket
AURORA, Ill. — A woman won $1 million on a scratch-off ticket bought at a liquor store in Aurora. Antoinette ‘Toni’ Green struck it rich off a $10 MONOPOLY 50X scratch-off ticket from the Illinois Lottery, that was bought at Ruby’s Liquor, located at 1535 Butterfield Road. Her first thought? How she could pay it forward. “I’ve given away […]
One Dead, Multiple Injured in Seven-Vehicle Collision in Plainfield Township
A fatal collision involving seven vehicles at the intersection of Northland Drive and Plainfield Avenue in Plainfield Township resulted in multiple injuries and left one person dead yesterday afternoon. The accident occurred before 3:30 p.m., as first reported by FOX 17 News. Michigan State Police informed that a car, while trying to make a left turn onto Plainfield Avenue, sideswiped a number of vehicles before being struck from behind, subsequently colliding with an oncoming vehicle.
Man beaten and robbed outside Chicago City Hall
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Four people beat up and robbed a man near City Hall in the Loop early Tuesday.Police said the 61-year-old man was walking near La Salle and Washington streets around 2:45 a.m., when four people got out of a dark car.One person stole his money and phone at gunpoint. The robbers then beat him, cutting his head and arm.One witness said he saw the moment the group attacked the man."As soon as I started picking up the phone to call the cops by my window, they immediately started going through his pants. The fourth man jumped out, grabbed whatever the other dude handed him, looked at me for a split second, and then immediately they all started going in the car, jumped in, sped off," he said.Police said the Fire Department treated the victim at the scene.No one was in custody Tuesday morning. Area 3 detectives were investigating.
Two men rob Crystal Lake residents at gunpoint
Two Crystal Lake residents arrived at the 6100 block of West Roosevelt Road on July 15 to buy an item for sale from two men. One of the men displayed a black handgun with an extended magazine and stole money from the victims. The men then fled in an unknown direction. The estimated loss is $4,500.
Festival To Celebrate Famous Illinois Movie Is Back
Illinois cinema fans are excited to celebrate one of the most famous movies ever filmed in our state. One of my favorite movies of all time was filmed right here in Illinois. It's the "Blues Brothers." My dad introduced it to me when I was younger and we watched it all the time. So much so, that my mom recorded over a copy we had on a VHS tape.
Russian Billionaire Suddenly Abandoned This Illinois Mansion?
It sounds like something you'd see in a spy thriller, but it's a real life Illinois thing. Neighbors have wondered out loud why a Russian billionaire just suddenly abandoned an exotic Illinois mansion and left the country. The mystery begins with an investigation of this out of the way Illinois...
Doctor suffering heart attack during Illinois marathon saved by son
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Doctor Rafael Ruggeri was running the Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon this year when he suddenly collapsed at Meadowbrook Park. He was having a heart attack. Luckily, his son Isaac was running with him, and Isaac had just been trained on CPR a few weeks before...
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