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Hot Wheels Legends Tour coming to Chicago area in Morris
The world's largest traveling car show is coming to the Chicago area this weekend.The Hot Wheels Legends Tour gives custom car builders the chance to have their creations turned into the next Hot Wheels die-cast toy car.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchABC7 was joined in studio Friday by Hot Wheels lead designer Eric Han.He explained what the tour is, the judging process, and the process of turning a real car into a toy car.The video interview can be viewed in the video player above.The Hot Wheels Legends Tour event starts at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Walmart on Route 6 in Morris, Illinois.
Dump truck flips onto side after crash in Addison; roads reopen, police say
A rollover crash caused traffic delays Friday evening in the west suburbs.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe crash happened around 2:25 p.m. at Rohlwing Road and Winthrop Avenue in Addison, authorities said.The Addison Police Department and the Addison Fire Protection District responded to the scene, where a dump truck was reported to have rolled over after a crash with another vehicle.The driver of the truck was trapped after the crash and rescued by first responders, officials said. Both drivers were treated for non-life threatening injuries.Chopper 7 was over the scene, where the overturned truck could be seen blocking multiple lanes.The rollover crash caused major traffic problems during the evening commute.The roadways were closed as crews cleaned up the debris from the crash. The roads were reopened around 6:45 p.m., officials told ABC7.
Chicago Public Schools reveals plan for hub bus stop system amid driver shortage
For Chicago Public School students who take public transportation to get to school, there may be a new option for transportation this school year with hub bus stops.CPS Chief Operating Officer Charles Mayfield presented a plan at Thursday's CPS board meeting that would bring back more school bus options for general education students.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch"With the hub stop, with our general education population, I can pick up maybe 30-40, or 50, kids all at one place," Mayfield said. "The hub stops will be at a location that are maybe between 2 and 5...
Retired Cook County probation officer shoots woman in NYC murder-suicide, police say
A mother and grandmother, who was a retired Cook County probation officer, are dead after a confrontation in a child custody dispute on the Upper East Side of Manhattan on Friday, NYPD said.It happened just before 9 a.m.People were out enjoying the day, many with baby strollers, and they ran for cover when the shots rang out.The NYPD's Chief of Detectives Joseph Kenny said that a custody dispute was the cause of the tragic murder-suicide.Marissa Galloway, 45, had just placed her child in the car, and was putting a stroller in the trunk when the grandmother of the child approached.Police...
Kroger-Albertson's merger halted; future of 35 Illinois Mariano's, Jewel stores uncertain
The Kroger-Albertson's merger has been halted.The state of Colorado has filed a lawsuit to permanently block Kroger and Albertson's business plans until a court rules on the "megamerger," the state's attorney general said. Friday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe block on the merger puts the future of 35 Mariano's and Jewel Osco stores in Illinois into uncertainty. Kroger and Albertson's had previously released a full list of all the stores they would sell off if their merger is approved, which included the 35 Illinois stores.The two grocery chains had committed in September 2023 to selling more...
DNC Chicago organizers adding new accessibility features at United Center ahead of convention
Accessibility is a priority for organizers of the Democratic National Convention.On Friday, they announced new accessibility features at the United Center.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThat includes an ADA ramp, which will be the first in DNC history, providing direct access to the convention floor.SEE ALSO: Secret Service, Chicago police canvas area around United Center ahead of DNCABC7 Chicago spoke exclusively to the DNC's accessibility advisor, Robin Jones, about how they're working to make the convention accessible to all."This convention, we have made the commitment that we want all of our delegates to sit with their delegations, which means that we needed to address the issue of how do we get people onto the floor of the United Center?" Jones said.Jones said they're working with the airports and transit agencies to help attendees travel to the convention.Friday also marks the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller: July 26, 2024
Watch the full video segments of ABC7 Sports Overtime with Dionne Miller Fridays at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Saturday mornings at 4:30 a.m. on ABC7's 24/7 stream.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchAs we count down to the Chicago Bears' first exhibition game next Thursday, Dionne looks into how the Bears have done in their first week of camp with the progress of Caleb Williams and the rest of the team.Dionne also talked with the wife of Bears Hall of Fame inductee Steve "Mongo" McMichael as he gets ready to enter the Hall next weekend. Misty McMichael spoke about the emotional week ahead for the family.College football is on the horizon, and ABC7 checked in with Northwestern and the Illini as the Big 10 welcomes their first season with 18 teams.We also checked in with the fading Chicago Cubs, who look like they've already checked out.Dionne wrapped up the show with some final thoughts about the week ahead in Chicago sports.
Chicago man charged in Naperville armed robbery, shooting, police say
A 19-year-old Chicago man has been charged in an armed robbery and shooting in west suburban Naperville that took place earlier this year, Naperville police said Friday.Kanyon J. Hardy was arrested Wednesday by Forest Park police, and charged with armed robbery, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchHardy allegedly shot a 22-year-old man during a robbery April 16 in the 2500-block of Leach Drive.Police previously said two people, who the victim knew, came to his home, and a struggle ensued. He was shot in the leg, and the two suspects fled on foot, police said.They also stole money, police said.Naperville police searched the area for several hours that day, and arrested a juvenile, who was transferred to River Valley Juvenile Detention Center.The juvenile was charged with aggravated robbery with a firearm.The victim has since been released from the hospital, Naperville police said.Several area schools were locked down for hours after the shooting.The video in the player above is from an earlier report.
Boil order extended in Village of Wonder Lake after new test still detects bacteria in water
A boil order for the Village of Wonder Lake has been extended, officials said Friday.The video in the player above is from a previous report.A new water test Thursday still showed coliform bacteria in the system, resetting their two-day test cycle and extending the boil order until at least Sunday.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe order was issued on Monday afternoon after tests showed coliform bacteria was found in the water system.The village said is needs to have two consecutive tests 24 hours apart from one another showing no coliform to be able to lift the...
Tracy Butler joins Ryan on 'Windy City Weekend' to talk Olympics, 'Deadpool'
This week on "Windy City Weekend," Tracy Butler joined Ryan as a special guest co-host.They welcomed comedian Jimmy Shubert to the Windy City for Host Chat topics.Bears' Jonathan Owens joins wife Simone Biles in Paris:The Bears' new safety, Jonathan Owens, is leaving training camp a little early. But it's all to support his wife, Simone Biles, as she competes at the 2024 Paris Olympics.Southwest Airlines ending its open seat policy:For more than 50 years, Southwest Airlines was unique for having an open seat policy on all its aircraft. But, with some new policy changes, that's coming to an end.The most...
16-year-old boy killed in Brighton Park shooting ID'd; man in grave condition, Chicago police say
A teen was killed and a man is in grave condition after a shooting Friday morning on the city's Southwest Side.The shooting happened around 10:40 a.m. in the 2500 block of West 46th Street in Brighton Park, Chicago police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchA 16-year-old boy and a 40-year-old man were on the street when an offender exited a vehicle and fired shots at them, police said.The teen was shot in the head and chest. He was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead.The victim was later identified as 16-year-old Santino Rojas, who lived near the shooting scene, the Cook County Medical Examiner said.The man was taken to Mount Sinai hospital after being shot in the chest and leg. He was initially listed in grave condition.No further information about the shooting was immediately available.Chicago police continue to investigate.INTERACTIVE SAFETY TRACKER Track crime and safety in your neighborhood
Schaumburg shooting suspect claimed to receive messages from outer space, prosecutors say
The man charged in the Schaumburg shooting of a tree trimmer appeared in court Friday.Michael Lang, 55, is facing attempted murder charges.A judge decided Lang should remain in custody, saying he poses a threat to the public after Schaumburg police said he shot a tree trimmer.Prosecutors said on Wednesday, Lang came out of the home he shares with his parents on Braintree and began yelling at four landscapers who had been hired by his father.Prosecutors said Lang was shouting at them for making too much noise, telling them to leave.Police said when the workers started gathering their equipment to leave,...
Chicago nonprofit to host literary festival for young readers in Pullman
A Chicago nonprofit is helping young people deepen their love of literature.Burst into Books is an advocate for literacy, with the hope of transforming the world through education.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchOn Saturday, the third annual Burst into Books W.O.W. Literary Festival will return, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., at the Dr. Conrad Worrill Track & Field Center in Chicago's Pullman neighborhood.This event is supported by a Chicago Presents grant from the city of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs & Special Events, a program to support the presentation of free arts programming in Chicago...
3 charged in West Pullman fire that killed Chicago firefighter Jermaine Pelt, CPD says
Three men have been charged in the fire that killed Chicago firefighter Jermaine Pelt last year, Chicago police said Friday.CPD said two of the men were identified as responsible for the arson in the 12000-block of South Wallace Street in the city's West Pullman neighborhood on April 4, 2023.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchPelt died from smoke inhalation while battling the blaze.Anthony Moore, 47, of Blue Island was charged with wire fraud, insurance fraud and forgery in connection with the incident. He was arrested on Tuesday in Chicago.Martez Cristler, 22, of Hammond has been charged with...
1 in custody after girl, 15, killed by stray bullet in Round Lake Beach shooting
A suspect was taken into custody after a 15-year-old girl was shot and killed by a stray bullet in Round Lake Beach Wednesday night.Police said Friday that a person of interest was identified and after a search warrant of the person's home, a gun was located and seized.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchThe suspect remains in custody as police investigate.Round Lake Beach police said they responded at about 9:10 p.m. to a residence in the 1500-block of Cherokee Drive and found the wounded girl.The girl was transported to a hospital, where she died, police said. She...
Gemini Grill executive chef showcases lump crab cake
Executive Chef Jacob Verstegen, with Gemini Grill stopped by ABC 7 Eyewitness to talk about Ballyhoo Hospitality's newest location in River North.It's their 10th location. It's inside the "One Chicago" luxury building on State Street in Chicago. Chef Verstegen prepared one of his menu items on our 7 a.m. streaming show, to learn more about the food featured at Gemini Grill, click here.
How to keep Chicago pets cool during excessive heat this summer
As much of the world swelters, it's not just people who need help with the dog days of summer. Pet owners have to consider how to both shield and cool down furry family members as intense - at times deadly - heat waves become more common."It's really important to remember that if it's hot outside for you, it's even hotter for your pets," says Dr. Sandra Faeh, American Veterinary Medical Association president. A dog's breed, weight and chronic health issues also matter. "There's not one specific temperature that we can say, this is the right temperature to go outside,' because...
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