Experts issue ‘red flag’ warning as impending phenomenon threatens major US city: ‘Even …...
It's crucial that locals understand the severity of this warning. Experts issue 'red flag' warning as impending phenomenon threatens major US city: 'Even … in your backyard' first appeared on The Cool Down .
New IKEA coming to suburban Chicago mall won’t be the same as its other...
A new IKEA store is opening a popular mall in Chicago's northern suburbs, but this one will be a bit different than the rest. The Swedish furniture and home furnings retailer, known for its sprawling stores, will open a "new format store" at Gurnee Mills Mall in 2026, according to an announcement from the company....
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February...
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas to Help Hispanic Homeowners Search for Refunds During February 19 Phone Bank with Telemundo Chicago. Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas is partnering again with Telemundo Chicago’s consumer unit, Telemundo Responde, to host a special phone bank, “Las Casas Latinas Importan,” on...
Families mark somber anniversary of Chicago nightclub stampede
It's been 23 years since a stampede killed 21 people who were enjoying a night out. Now, the victims' family members are renewing their calls for a permanent memorial to be erected on Motor Row.
Man rescues baby from Belmont Harbor
CHICAGO — A child and a good Samaritan were rescued from Lake Michigan on Wednesday at Chicago’s Belmont Harbor. According to Chicago police, an 8-month-old girl in a stroller fell into the water at around 3 p.m. Lio Cundiff was nearby and on the phone with his aunt, wishing her a happy birthday. That’s when […]
Drivers challenge Chicago car impound ordinance at Seventh Circuit
CHICAGO (CN) — A class of Chicago drivers maintained to a skeptical three-judge panel Wednesday morning that the city of Chicago’s impoundment program violates their constitutional rights. Chicago’s impoundment program grants the city the right to seize and hold vehicles it believes have been used in connection with...
Illinois quick hits: TV reporter attacked in Chicago’s Loop
TV reporter attacked in Chicago's Loop Television reporter Leah Hope says she hopes the man charged with attacking her in downtown Chicago gets the support he needs. Hope told her ABC7 colleague Eric Horng that she got in her car on State Street the afternoon of January 2 when Noah Johnson, 43, pulled her out of the...
Man missing since November found dead in Fox River in Chicago suburbs: police
SOUTH ELGIN - A man who was reported missing in Chicago’s west suburbs was found dead Tuesday in the Fox River near a dam in South Elgin, authorities said. Taxes done for you. No hidden fees.From simple to complex tax situations, get your taxes done for you for $150 if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year....
KAMEG Agents Make I-57 Drug Bust
A traffic stop Monday netted Kankakee Area Metropolitan Enforcement Group agents a drug arrest. In a press release, KAMEG says it was just before six Monday night when KAMEG Agents with the help of State Police stopped a blue minivan on the northbound side of I-57 near the 308 exit for a traffic violation. A search...
Viral Video of the Day for February 18, 2026: Woman gets cops called on...
Chicago, Illinois-In today's Viral Video of the Day, a pregnant woman at 38 weeks takes to the curb outside her home to try "curb walking" – a method believed to help induce labor – only to be interrupted by a friendly police officer. Viral Video of the DayIn the clip, the woman is mid-stride along the curb when the...
