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Suburban beach view is blocked by fence, frustrating residents
CHICAGO (CBS) — People in north suburban Wilmette have some strong feelings about a new fence.It recently popped up outside the South Beach at Gillson Park.The fence is one of a few big changes coming to the popular beach this summer."This is a beautiful view, and it's different every day. It's like a changing painting."When she walks the shoreline, Charlotte Walker notices the subtle changes."It's amazing. It's a beautiful natural wonder," Walker said.She visits South Beach at Gillson Park just about every day. She notices one obvious change. An obstruction."An abomination, really. I think it's awful," Walker said. The Wilmette Park...
Mr. Fix It with tips on getting rid of ants
Mr. Fix It Lou Manfredini joins WGN Morning News with some tips on getting rid of ants around your home. Lou is raising money for Misericordia. Support his fundraiser here: Lou’s fundraiser for Misericordia. Love the WGN Morning News? We love you, too. And you can have all the...
Suspect sought in violent South Loop attack
CHICAGO — A violent attack in the South Loop last month remains unsolved, and Chicago police are turning to the public for help. Detectives released a surveillance image of their prime suspect on Friday and asked anyone with helpful information to contact them. They said the attack occurred around...
McDonald's adds new ‘Grandma McFlurry' onto menus for a limited time
Last year, it was the Grimace Shake. This year, it's a new McFlurry...or maybe, an older one?. The limited-edition treat, called the "Grandma McFlurry," hits McDonald's restaurants in Chicago and beyond May 21, a press release said. The dessert, according to the release, was created with the special lady in mind, saying the Chicago-based burger chain is a tried and true place to take grandchildren.
Man fatally shot inside South Side home
CHICAGO — Police on the city’s South Side are searching for answers after a man was fatally shot while inside his home on Friday afternoon. According to Chicago police, the deadly shooting unfolded just after 4:30 p.m. in the 3800 block of West 85th Street. Authorities say the victim, a 54-year-old man, was inside his home when he […]
Former Chicago cop is acquitted of murder, adding to prosecutors’ growing list of police case losses
CHICAGO — A former Chicago police officer was found not guilty of killing his girlfriend while he was still on the force in 2021. It’s the latest in a growing list of victories for Chicago cops accused of wrongdoing by Cook County prosecutors. Pierre Tyler, 32, claimed that...
Chicago man charged in pair of armed robberies on NW Side
CHICAGO - An 18-year-old man has been charged in connection with two armed robberies and an attempted robbery this month on Chicago's Northwest Side. Sam Esquivel allegedly committed an armed robbery on May 9 in the 1900 block of West Peterson Avenue in the West Rogers Park neighborhood, according to Chicago police.
Chicago set for summer-like weekend packed with festivals
CHICAGO - With summer-like weather expected this weekend, Chicagoans have plenty of outdoor events to enjoy. Kicking off the weekend, the Summer50 Fest returns on Saturday at the United Center Atrium. This event brings together city agencies to offer summer programming enrollment, on-site job applications, and job opportunities. The fest starts at 10 a.m. and runs until 2 p.m.
FBI uses explosives, drones to execute search warrant on Lincoln Square house
Federal agents conducted a raid at a home in the 2200 block of West Farragut Avenue in Lincoln Square on Thursday morning. About 7 a.m., FBI agents assembled in front of a two-story home on the block with a search warrant. They used three flash-bang explosives, neighbors said. “FBI-Chicago was...
Controversy surrounds Kim Foxx's new policy on drug, gun charges
CHICAGO - Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx is facing both criticism and acclaim for a planned policy change that would direct prosecutors in her office to reject drug and gun charges stemming solely from routine traffic stops, such as broken tail lights or expired plates. The draft proposal...
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