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‘She’s Bats—t Crazy’: Angel Reese Fans Outraged After Security Had to Snatch Up Strange Woman Allowed to Rush Reese Months After Death Threat Complaints
Angel Reese made her WNBA All-Star game debut on July 20. However, her moment was overshadowed by a bizarre encounter with an overzealous fan who was […] ‘She’s Bats—t Crazy’: Angel Reese Fans Outraged After Security Had to Snatch Up Strange Woman Allowed to Rush Reese Months After Death Threat Complaints
Cubs president makes clear what team will do at trade deadline
Chicago Cubs president Jed Hoyer made clear on Monday what the team will be doing ahead of the trade deadline. Hoyer told reporters that unless the team goes on a big winning streak this week, the Cubs will be sellers at the July 30 non-waiver trade deadline. Cubs President Jed Hoyer made it official today:... The post Cubs president makes clear what team will do at trade deadline appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
New Dollar General ‘DG Market’ opens in Rockford
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford shoppers may save money by shopping at the new “DG Market,” operated by Dollar General, which carries fresh meats, fruits, vegetables, and other products. The new store opened Monday at 4775 Linden Road, and is open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. “We are excited to provide Rockford residents with our […]
Household hazardous waste collection event set for Sept. 28 in Bloomington
The Ecology Action Center (EAC) in Normal has announced a household hazardous waste collection event for Sept. 28 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington. The free event, funded by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, is intended to provide a convenient and safe way for residents to dispose of hazardous materials.
Brian Childers loses appeal for pretrial release; remains held in jail
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A trio of appellate court judges rejected an argument of a 45-year-old Alabama man that he shouldn’t be in Tazewell County Jail because he was allowed to be free in Peoria County. That man is Brian Childers, the person accused of pointing a handgun...
Massive debt and abuse allegations: Inside the divorce of a Peoria city councilman
The estranged wife of Zach Oyler testified in divorce proceedings that the Peoria city councilman had physically and emotionally abused her during their marriage. Heather Oyler said under oath in Peoria County Court that Zach Oyler had been abusive, echoing accusations she made on her blog earlier this year. She also reiterated a claim that Oyler hid her in their home so she could not be found by investigators while he was being prosecuted in a domestic...
The Chicago Bulls found two rotation players in Summer League
As NBA Summer League winds down, most of the focus for the Chicago Bulls has been on 11th pick Matas Buzelis, who has already flashed big-time potential. The Bulls are badly in need of developmental talent, especially now that they have (sort of) pivoted to a rebuild and there were two players in Summer League other than Buzelis who look ready to step into an NBA rotation.
3 shot, 1 fatally, in Lawndale, Chicago police say
One person is dead and two more were injured in a shooting in Chicago's Lawndale neighborhood Monday afternoon, police said.The shooting happened near Cermak and Karlov on the West Side. Police said three men were near a home's backyard when someone pulled out a gun and opened fire.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchIt was not immediately known whether any of the three who were struck had fired shots.Police said a 37-year-old man was shot in the head and pronounced dead at the scene.A 34-year-old man was struck in the leg, and a 26-year-old man was struck in the chest and armpit area, police said. Both were taken to Mt. Sinai Hospital and were initially reported to be in good condition.No one is currently in custody, police said. An investigation is ongoing.INTERACTIVE CRIME TRACKER: Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
$500 Stimulus Program: Chicago’s Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Pandemic-Stricken Residents
Chicago’s $500 stimulus program funded by the Federal Rescue Plan aims to provide broad financial relief to residents facing economic hardships due to the pandemic. Chicago Launches $500 Stimulus Program to Support Pandemic-Stricken Residents Chicago is launching a $500 stimulus program to help residents struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic and rising costs. This program […]
Ayo Dosunmu sporting a new, but familiar, look with the Chicago Bulls
Chicago Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu is making a familiar change to anyone who has followed his career. Selected in the second round of the 2021 NBA Draft, Dosunmu has spent the past three seasons developing his skills with the Bulls. Donning the No. 11 with the Illini, Dosunmu entered the...
CI Hero: Bloomington 12-year-old recognized by Nickelodeon for years of service
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — A Bloomington 12-year-old was one of 14 honorees recently recognized nationally by Nickelodeon. This was for the networks’ inaugural Our World award. She was chosen for the honor in collaboration with the Jefferson Awards. Since she was four, Disha Rai said she’s been in...
“Oh, you were stopping me for driving while Black?” Illinois man in custody after police pursuit
WHITLEY COUNTY, Ind. (WFFT) — A Chicago, Ill. man has been arrested following a multi-county police pursuit on Sunday around 8:47 a.m. Jeffery L. Price, 44, fled from police in his Nissan Rogue through Allen and Whitley counties causing a high-speed pursuit from Indiana State Police, Fort Wayne police and Columbia City police.
Inside Peoria City soccer's dramatic playoff weekend and what it means
PEORIA — The Peoria City delivered a drama-filled performance over the weekend in the USL2 playoffs, and now the second-year team will move on to a bigger stage. Shea Stadium will again serve as host site for multiple playoff games in the upcoming weekend, as Peoria City hosts the Flint City Bucks in...
Montgomery man sentenced to life for murdering wife who was considering court order
KANE COUNTY, Ill. — A Montgomery man was sentenced to life in prison for killing his wife who was considering a court order. Timothy Gordon was accused of shooting his wife, Yajaira, to death on Halloween 2022. He received 50 years for the murder plus an enhancement to a...
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