Archdiocese of Chicago Announces Closure of Six Schools, Reinstates Priest after Unfounded Abuse Allegation
The Archdiocese of Chicago is facing significant transformations that tap into the lifeblood of local communities and their trust in ecclesiastical authorities. A recent announcement reveals that six of its schools—Our Lady of Humility in Beach Park, Sts. Bruno and Richard in Chicago, St. Hubert in Hoffman Estates,...
This Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor In Illinois Has Been A Sweet Tradition Since 1921
As soon as you walk into Margie’s Candies, it feels as though time has slowed down, allowing you to savor every moment. The vintage jukebox plays tunes from a bygone era, the neon lights cast a warm glow, and a gravy boat of rich hot fudge arrives at your booth like a special guest you didn’t expect, but are thrilled...
This Sweet Illinois Donut Shop Has Been The Go-To For Angel Cream Pastries For...
If angel cream pastries are your love language, there’s a legendary spot in Joliet that speaks your dialect perfectly. Home Cut Donuts has been a local favorite for decades, offering a deliciously warm embrace of airy dough, silky fillings, and that irresistible scent of fresh donuts frying, a fragrance that welcomes...
Woman, 4-year-old dead after homicide on Joliet’s East Side, person in custody
JOLIET, Ill. (WGN) — A man is in police custody after a woman and a young child were found dead following a homicide that happened on Joliet’s East Side, according to the Joliet Police Department (JPD). JPD said a 29-year-old man is under police guard at a local hospital after officers found a 36-year-old woman […]
Cook County, IL – Police Arrest: Chicago Man Arrested in Fatal I-57 Crash Near...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Chicago, IL – Illinois State Police have arrested a Chicago Heights man in connection with a deadly crash on Interstate 57 that left one passenger dead earlier this month. According to Illinois State...
Man shot to death inside Oak Forest home ID’d: officials
A man was found shot to death inside a south suburban home on Friday, officials said.
Chicago crime: Thieves beat man, rob SW Side store, police say
CHICAGO - Multiple thieves beat a man and stole money from a convenience store on Chicago’s Southwest Side early Sunday morning. What we know: — Officers responded to the 5800 block of S. Archer Avenue inGarfield Ridge a little after 3:30 a.m., according to the Chicago Police Department.
Update: Deceased Suspect Identified | Knife-Wielding Man Shot And Injured By Aurora Police Officers;...
The 27-year-old man killed in an officer-related shooting has been identified by the Kane County Coroner’s Office as Temesgen Welendreyas of Aurora, Illinois. Welendreyas’ body was transported to the Kane County Morgue Wednesday afternoon, where an autopsy was conducted on Friday. The preliminary cause of death is...
Woman charged with attempted murder in Oak Park
A woman is charged in connection with a shooting in Oak Park last year. Officers arrested 23-year-old Lissette Chavez yesterday.
Brookfield Zoo becomes a movie set: Penguins, Polar Bears, and all
A penguin walked off the set. Just like that. It was done. The crew waited, no fuss, and another penguin stepped in. “They’re not paid actors,” said Julianne Olivo, Director of Public Relations at Brookfield Zoo, with a laugh. “They won’t always do what you want them to do. But our goal was always: how can we help...
