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A rise in domestic violence deaths spurs call for action for Karina’s Bill
(WIFR) - Lawmakers all over Illinois speak out against the rising number of domestic violence deaths, calling to pass a bill that would keep guns out of the hands of alleged abusers. In 2023, Karina Gonzalez and her daughter were shot and killed by her husband in their home, weeks...
Alliant Energy workers return from providing aid in Illinois
Workers from Alliant Energy are able to return the favor so to speak. Alliant Spokesperson Tony Palese says 71 employees, including some from Janesville, just returned from helping to restore power in northern Illinois where 25 confirmed tornados left 430,000 ComEd customers in the dark. Palese says Alliant was able...
When 2 Illinois Men Got Lost in the Woods – Something Found Them
It was supposed to be a date with two girls they had met, but for two Illinois men it became something completely different and terrifying. After they became lost in the woods trying to locate the home of the ladies, something found them, but it wasn't what they were hoping for.
25 Illinois Red Lobsters May Have Just Been Saved from Bankruptcy
The report of Red Lobster's demise may have been a bit premature after all. It appears that 25 Illinois locations may have just been saved from bankruptcy thanks to a sale in the 11th hour. According to Scrape Hero and Red Lobster's official site, there are currently 25 restaurants in...
3 Illinois members of Congress skip Netanyahu's speech over Israeli war policy
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a joint meeting of Congress on Wednesday, some lawmakers decided not to attend the speech out of their disapproval of his handling of Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.Among the members of Congress who said they wouldn't attend Netanyahu's speech were U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, and U.S. Reps. Jan Schakowsky (D-Evanston) and Delia Ramirez (D-Chicago). Schakowsky was among a group of lawmakers who instead met with the families of Israeli hostages. She said they have growing resentment toward the prime minister and his inaction to end the conflict."These are people that are very...
Farmers around McCook Lake working to save their land
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s been about a month since the devastating floods changed so many lives; especially around McCook Lake in North Sioux City. While there’s been plenty of debris to cleanup around McCook Lake due to days of heavy rainfall back in June, some farmers in that area also have their own cleanup and it’s costing them time and money.
Police: auto thieves target residences
Hinsdale Police reported incidents of attempted auto theft that occurred early Saturday morning, July 20, in the village's northeast neighborhood. According to an alert posted on the police department's social media, the incidents took place at approximately 5 a.m. in the area just north of Hinsdale Hospital. An officer noticed a suspicious vehicle in the area, which then fled southbound on the Tri-State Tollway at a high rate of speed.
Unincorporated Joliet Shooting Victim Identified
This is the office of Will County Coroner Laurie Summers on Thursday, July 25, 2024, reporting the death of Jayden Velazquez-Garcia, a 19 year old male resident of Plainfield, IL. who was pronounced deceased at 5:43 PM on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, at ASJMC in Joliet. Mr. Velazquez-Garcia was the apparent victim of a gunshot wound that occurred in the 100 block of Luana Rd. in Joliet. The Will County Sheriff’s Department are investigating the incident. An autopsy was performed today, Thursday, July 25, 2024. The final cause and manner of death will be determined at a later date pending police, autopsy and toxicology reports.
The importance of youth sports in breaking the cycle of violence
Getting children involved in youth sports has a huge impact on their journeys into adulthood. Dr. Abdullah Pratt from the University of Chicago and coach Ernest Radcliffe, founder of Radcliffe Youth Sports Organization, stress the importance of youth sports in creating the antidote to violence in the city.
Robert DeLong & Atlas Genius At The Echoplex On Oct. 21
Atlas Genius and Robert DeLong have teamed up for a co-headlining tour set for this fall. The two-month trek includes a stop at Los Angeles’ iconic venue Echoplex on Monday, October 21. Australian alternative rock band Atlas Genius and electronic artist Robert DeLong will embark on their co-headlining tour...
15 Things To Do In Chicago This Weekend: Wicker Park Fest, Taste Of Lincoln Avenue And Bantu Fest
CHICAGO — Whether you’re looking to catch improv, jam out to local bands, try new foods or celebrate diverse cultures, there are festivals for all of that and more in the city this weekend. Wicker Park Fest, Chinatown Summer Fair, Bantu Fest and Summer Wine Fest all make...
Urgent Warning: New Parking Ticket Scam Text Targets Chicago Residents (video)
Chicago residents are being warned about a new scam involving fake parking tickets sent via text message. The scam starts with a text claiming the recipient has an unpaid parking ticket. The message includes a link for payment, which, if clicked, leads to a request for personal and financial information.
Chicago police video shows tense standoff as man refuses to put down ‘fake a** gun’
CHICAGO — Video recorded by a Chicago police officer’s body camera shows tense moments as he confronts a man who refused to comply with orders to put down a handgun he was holding. At one point during the April 24 encounter, the man even slapped away one of the officer’s outstretched hands while the cop’s other hand was pointing a pistol at him.
Student Media Announces Alumni Takeover 2!!
Last year, we had so much fun! So we’re doing it again! October 13 through 19 is Saint Xavier’s Homecoming Week, and Student Media is inviting all of its alumni to Alumni Takeover 2. Alums can come back and broadcast their shows, write an article for The Xavierite, and catch up with old friends as we all come together and celebrate Student Media’s past, present, and future.
Chicago man to jet ski across Lake Michigan to support Get Behind the Vest initiative
Chicagoan Frank Giannelli will jet ski 100 miles across Lake Michigan Thursday morning in support of Get Behind the Vest, the effort to provide life-saving body armor to Chicago police officers.
Chicago Red Stars Medical Update on Defender, Sam Staab
The Chicago Red Stars provided the following medical update on defender, Sam Staab:. Sam Staab has suffered a torn Achilles tendon and will be placed on the National Women’s Soccer League season-ending injury list. “We are disheartened to learn the extent of Sam’s injury,” said Chicago Red Stars general...
Chicago Public Schools set to vote on $9.9B budget Thursday
CHICAGO — Chicago Public Schools is set to approve its $9.9 billion budget on Thursday, but not without some pushback from the Chicago Teachers Union. The district’s $9.9 billion budget includes closing a nearly $500 million deficit. To balance the budget, CPS says it made cuts to central academic and operational departments and focused money on […]
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