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Windsor Castle shimmered in regal splendor Wednesday night as Catherine, Princess of Wales, captivated onlookers in a dazzling tiara during a state banquet welcoming U.S. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump. Arriving alongside Prince William, the future queen consort turned heads with her signature elegance, embodying the grandeur of the evening. According to royal insiders, such banquets are one of the rare occasions when senior royals showcase their most treasured jewels. “They absolutely drip with jewels,” noted Ingrid Seward, editor-in-chief of Majesty magazine. “It’s the one time they could really show off their jewelry.” The glittering banquet was…
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we share the passing of Jasmine Blackwell, who was tragically killed in a rollover crash on Highway 105. Authorities have confirmed her identity, and the news has left her family, friends, and community reeling from an unimaginable loss. Jasmine’s life, though heartbreakingly cut short, was one defined by compassion, energy, and an unwavering love for the people around her. Known for her bright smile, kind heart, and resilient spirit, Jasmine brought joy wherever she went. Whether in her personal relationships or community involvement, she touched lives in ways that will never be forgotten. A beloved…
CHICAGO – Chicago has had three consecutive days on which the high was 83°. Today should be a little bit warmer under mostly sunny skies. I think we can hit 86° with temperatures once again a few degrees cooler near the lake. Tonight, skies will be mostly clear with lows in the low to mid 60s. Future forecast What’s next: Tomorrow will be partly sunny with highs in the low to mid 80s. Then the forecast becomes slightly muddled over the weekend. It is possible for a couple of showers to pop up on Saturday but showers and a…
CHICAGO – Chicago police shot a person who advanced on officers with a knife late Wednesday night on the West Side, authorities said. What we know: Officers saw the suspect around 11 p.m. in the 5200 block of West Madison Street, where they were reportedly brandishing a large knife and moving toward civilians, according to Chicago police. Police said officers repeatedly ordered the suspect to drop the weapon. Several officers used Tasers, but they were ineffective, and the suspect continued to advance before an officer fired, striking them. Police provided first aid and the suspect was taken to a…
At least three people were detained by federal immigration enforcement agents Wednesday morning outside the Menards store in Naperville. One of those arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement was Martin Morales, a Montgomery resident who owns Martin Morales Wood Flooring Inc., according to his daughter, Veronica Beltran. Two others were his employees, she said. “My mom called me. I was at work and she told me that my dad had gotten taken by immigration,” said Beltran, who rushed to the home improvement store on Fort Hill Drive. “But when we got here, it was too late because they had…
Is Caleb Williams the Bears’ problem? | 1st & North On this episode of 1st & North, Lou Canellis and NFC North insiders break down all the key moments and storylines from Week 2 of the season. Is Caleb Williams the problem for the Bears? Can the Packers keep up their stellar start? Plus, the Vikings will be without their starting QB, and the Lions look to build on last week’s momentum. Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson was clear in his Wednesday press conference. “Our practice habits have yet to reflect a championship-caliber team,” he said. He made it…
OAK LAWN, Ill. – Two men were arrested and charged after forcibly entering an Oak Lawn home in May, according to police. What we know: Alonzo E. Gause was taken into custody on Tuesday in the 11500 block of S. Aberdeen in Chicago. Gause was charged with residential burglary and theft after he allegedly broke into a home near 90th Street and Sprout Avenue on May 7, along with Jamaal Stevens. The homeowner told police that two masked men forced his rear door open, pointed a gun at the homeowner, and stole property. The suspects then fled in a…
CHICAGO – Copy, past, repeat! The sunny, summerlike conditions continue across Chicagoland. Today’s highs were in the low to mid 80s. Tonight will be mostly clear and calm with lows in the upper 50s to low 60s. Thursday will be another sunny and warm day with highs in the mid 80s. The daytime hours of Friday look nice with increasing cloud cover and highs in the low to mid 80s. There is a chance for a few isolated showers Friday evening or night, but many areas will stay dry. Saturday and Sunday will be in the lower 80s with just…
NEW YORK (AP) – ABC has suspended Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show indefinitely following comments he made about Charlie Kirk’s killing. The network’s decision Wednesday came Nexstar announced its ABC affiliates would pre-empt “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” indefinitely over his comments. “Mr. Kimmel’s comments about the death of Mr. Kirk are offensive and insensitive at a critical time in our national political discourse, and we do not believe they reflect the spectrum of opinions, views, or values of the local communities in which we are located,” said Andrew Alford, President of Nexstar’s broadcasting division. During his monologue on Monday, Kimmel said: “We…
CHICAGO – Three men have been sentenced to federal prison for an ATM card-skimming scam in Chicago and New Jersey. What we know: Florin Nicole Tarta, 40, of Romania; Leonid Grigore Smetanca, 45, of Romania; and Radu Farcas, 42, of England, installed card-skimming devices on multiple Bank of America ATMs, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The devices were used to steal users’ card numbers and account information. Pinhole cameras were also placed near the ATM keyboards to capture users’ PINs. Days later the devices were collected, and the captured data was converted to gift cards. The defendants used…