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Chicago Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen Katherine Johnson
The Chicago Police Department has issued a public appeal for assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old girl, Katherine Johnson, who was last seen on July 16, 2024, and last spoken to on July 20. According to the Chicago Police Department, Katherine is described as a black female, with brown eyes and black hair, standing at 5 feet 2 inches and weighing 190 pounds.
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.
Man fatally struck by vehicle on South Side ‘may have been laying on road:’ CPD
CHICAGO — A man was fatally struck by a vehicle on the city’s South Side, according to Chicago police. It happened around 12:30 a.m. Monday in the 11600 block of South Vincennes. Police said a 22-year-old man was traveling in a sedan nortbound on Vincennes when he felt his vehicle strike an object on the […]
Photo Essay: Muna, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sudan Archives & more play Pitchfork Music Festival
The Pitchfork Music Festival – which featured headlining sets from Black Pumas, Jamie xx, and Alanis Morissette – took over Union Park in Chicago for three glorious days of music and more on July 19-21. The weather was the very definition of perfect and the vibes on-site were nothing short of glorious as acts like Muna, Carly Rae Jepsen, Sudan Archives, Jessie Ware, Akenya, and more delighted fans with captivating sets of music.
Chicago forecast: Morning fog; slight chance of afternoon storms, showers
Patchy, dense fog kicked off the Chicago forecast early Monday morning, with several areas seeing low visibility, the NBC 5 Storm Team said. According to NBC 5 Meteorologist Alicia Roman, visibility was especially reduced in Aurora, DeKalb and Romeoville. "Patchy, dense fog has developed across portions of interior northern Illinois,"...
Two Juveniles Charged in Armed Robbery on Chicago's North Side
Two male juveniles have been charged in connection with the armed robbery of a 14-year-old boy in Chicago, according to a press release from the Chicago Police Department. The incident, which involved a display of firepower, including a machine gun, occurred in the 5100 block of N. Sheridan. The suspects are aged 16 and 15, respectively.
Goose Island’s 2024 Bourbon County Stout Features Mexican Tamarind Barleywine
Ashok Selvam is the editor of Eater Chicago and a native Chicagoan armed with more than two decades of award-winning journalism. Now covering the world of restaurants and food, his nut graphs are super nutty. In December, Goose Island Beer Co. closed its original brewery after 35 years, relocating from...
Kids Above All's back-to-school backpack drive returns this summer
Kids are getting ready to go back to school. It can be harder for some families than others, which is why Kids Above All is kicking off their annual back-to-school backpack drive. President and CEO Dan Kotowski joins us now with details.
As Tent City Grows In Humboldt Park, Alderperson Aims To Open Homeless Shelter Nearby
HUMBOLDT PARK — Humboldt Park’s alderwoman is making strides in bringing a homeless shelter to the area to help people who have been staying at the park. Ald. Jessie Fuentes (26th) has worked with various city departments to open a non-congregate homeless shelter since last year. Last month, she started a petition urging the city to invest in buying and rehabbing a building for that purpose, identifying a building at 2704 W. North Ave. as a possible site.
Suburban girl hosts lemonade stand to fundraise for Lurie Children's, police stations
A young girl, who wants to be a police officer when she grows up, dedicated her Sunday to helping her community.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch7-year-old Vanessa organized a fundraiser by setting up a lemonade stand in Naperville."When I was 4, I wanted to sell lemonade so bad that I was asking every morning," Vanessa said.Her family said all the money she raised will go to Lurie Children's Hospital, the Chicago Police Department and the Naperville Police Department."We are proud," her father Roman Slusari said. "She set goals; she says when he grows up she wants to be a police officer. She is going to be that and take care of the city."Mickey Mouse also made a special appearance at the fundraiser.Chicago Proud Story Ideas | Submit your story to ABC7 Chicago! READ ALSO | Chicago boy battling leukemia raises money for pediatric cancer research with lemonade stand
Old Irving Park Medical Clinic For Uninsured Patients To Expand Care After Renovation
OLD IRVING PARK — Leaders of the Old Irving Park Community Clinic hope a recent renovation will help them expand the free clinic’s reach. The clinic, 5425 W. Addison St., remodeled its building in the spring, adding another behavioral health room, new furniture, flooring, ADA-compliant bathrooms and a fresh coat of paint.
Six Corners Peoples Gas Development Delayed Again, But Labor Dispute Has Been Settled
PORTAGE PARK — The $110 million redevelopment of the Six Corner’s Peoples Gas site has been delayed again and its timeline is unclear — but the project’s developer said the labor dispute holding things up has been resolved. GW Properties has proposed transforming the site along...
Sephora shuttering its Water Tower Place location
The Magnificent Mile will soon lose another of its major retailers. Personal care and beauty aid retailer Sephora plans to shutter later this summer its 5,000-square-foot store on Water Tower Place’s fifth floor, joining a long list of outlets that have recently closed their Michigan Avenue operations. Dave Franecki, a spokesperson for property owner MetLife Investment Management, said the ...
REPENTANCE To Support ORBIT CULTURE In Detroit, Chicago
Chicago, Illinois-based metallers REPENTANCE will provide direct support for the Swedish metal act ORBIT CULTURE on August 19 at Majestic Theater in Detroit, Michigan and August 20 at the Bottom Lounge in Chicago, Illinois. REPENTANCE is promoting its sophomore album, "The Process Of Human Demise", which came out last September...
Chicago weather: Mild with a small chance of a shower
CHICAGO - The chance of rain isn’t zero today but it’s mighty darn close. Skies will be partly sunny with highs in the low to mid 80s-slightly cooler by the lake. Tonight will be moonlit and mild with lows in the mid-to-upper 60s. Tomorrow will be warmer and...
Ryan Arnold Exits Chicago’s 93XRT After 11 Years
Chicago air talent Ryan Arnold is stepping down at Audacy’s 93XRT (WXRT) after his full-time afternoon slot was cut this past spring. Arnold had been with the station for eleven years. He will now focus on his media communications firm DeSoto and State. Arnold cited his transition to a...
West Star Aviation welcomes Brandy Weiler as new Falcon project manager
West Star Aviation recently welcomed Brandy Weiler as the new Falcon Project Manager. Weiler will be responsible for all logistics and workflow for each project. A veteran of the United States Army, Weiler has 18 years of experience with multiple Dassault Falcon Jet Service Centers. She began her career as an Airframe and Powerplant technician and transitioned into a management position, providing her with opportunities to learn various aspects of the aviation industry. Throughout her career, Weiler has become an integral part of high-functioning organizations and has extensive experience in the Falcon fleet, including F50/EX, F900/EX/EXY, F2000/EX/EXy, F7X, and Falcon 8X.
Gotham tops Red Stars in PKs after scoreless draw
It’s rare to see the Chicago Red Stars participate in shootouts because NWSL regular-season games end in regulation, so fans got a treat on July 20. Gotham knocked off the Red Stars 5-4 on penalty kicks after regulation ended in a scoreless draw during the first round of the Summer Cup tournament at SeatGeek Stadium.
WNBA Fans Are Saying the Same Thing About Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese After Victory in WNBA All-Star Game
The biggest debate this WNBA season has been over the Rookie of the Year award. The debate has been between Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky. Both have been stars and had a slight rivalry since early in their college careers. They teamed up for the first time in ...
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