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The Louisville community is heartbroken by the untimely passing of Blake Bonar, a beloved young soul whose life was tragically cut short on September 14, 2025, at the age of just 14. Blake was a beacon of light and joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. His kindness, radiant smile, and passion for life made a lasting impression on his family, friends, and the broader community. What Happened? Blake Bonar’s passing has left an indelible mark on his family, friends, and the Louisville community. Known for his vibrant spirit and love for baseball, Blake was an integral…
CHICAGO – A man died Monday after being shot inside a home on Chicago’s South Side, police said. What we know: The shooting happened about 3:19 p.m. in the 6800 block of South Anthony Avenue. Chicago police said the man was inside the home when he was shot. He attempted to drive himself to a hospital, but was later taken from the 6300 block of South Wentworth Avenue to the University of Chicago Medical Center. He was listed in critical condition and later died, according to police. His identity hasn’t been released. What’s next: No arrests have been made.…
CHICAGO – It was another stunning day across Chicago! Temperatures warmed into the lower 80s near the lakefront, mid- to upper 80s inland, and even reached the low 90s in LaSalle. Our quiet weather pattern will continue for several more days. Chicago weather forecast Tonight will be mostly clear with lows in the lower 60s. Tuesday and Wednesday will be very similar to today, with highs in the low to mid-80s near the lakefront and warming to the upper 80s to near 90 degrees inland. Skies will be mostly sunny both days. Thursday looks just a few degrees warmer,…
CHICAGO – Amid concerns of an immigration crackdown, organizers canceled the annual El Grito Festival in Grant Park earlier this month. But one Pilsen church is keeping the tradition alive with a celebration of its own. What we know: The festivities began late Monday afternoon at St. Paul’s Catholic Church near 22nd Street and Hoyne Avenue. The event features food, dancing, mariachi performances and a traditional ritual. Parishioners will reenact the historic call of a Mexican priest in 1810 urging citizens to fight for independence from Spain. Similar ceremonies are held worldwide in the days leading up to Mexican…
NAPERVILLE – A 54-year-old homeless man is facing multiple charges in connection with a string of burglaries at several Naperville businesses, prosecutors said. What we know: Prudencio Ugaban appeared in court Monday morning and was released under conditions following his pretrial detention hearing, according to the DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office. Pictured is Prudencio Ugaban, 54. (DuPage County State’s Attorney) Ugaban is charged with six counts of burglary, a Class 2 felony. The charges stem from an investigation that began Sept. 13 into a series of burglaries reported in Naperville. Police arrested Ugaban after finding him inside a vehicle with…
CHICAGO – Could a college degree make your neighborhood safer? In some Chicago communities, fewer than one in ten people graduate from college. Now, a program is helping local leaders turn their life experience into a degree and using it to fight gun violence head on. From street rivals to mentors “I get paid to love on people and bring resources, man,” said Sam Castro. Those resources move through the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago. Castro and Nekenya Hardy help direct that flow. They grew up on opposite sides of a street war. Today they work side by side. “This is…
AURORA, Ill. – Some Black leaders in Aurora are calling for the resignation of school board member Mayra Reyes over her past comments about Black students in the district. Quad County Urban League President, CEO Theodia Gillespie, DuPage County NAACP President Michael Childress, and retired district administrator Cynthia Latimer Butler are among the people calling for Reyes’ resignation from the East Aurora School District 131 School Board. According to the accusers, Reyes has created an “unwelcome” climate in the district after the remarks she made about Black students enrolled in the district’s Dual Language Program. “As far as the dual…
Pritzker says threats against him have spiked since Charlie Kirk shooting Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker says he’s faced a surge in threats following last week’s deadly shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah. Speaking at a roundtable in Chicago, Pritzker accused Donald Trump of fueling political violence while Republicans pushed back, pointing to his own past rhetoric. The governor also raised concerns about immigration enforcement, citing fear in communities and a recent deadly ICE shooting in Franklin Park. CHICAGO – Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Monday that threats to his office have increased since the shooting of conservative activist Charlie…
Hinsdale’s e-Bike ordinance leads to fewer citations, stronger compliance | ChicagoNOW Hinsdale has been at the forefront of addressing the surge in e-bikes and e-scooters, a trend that has challenged communities across the Chicago region. Back in May 2025, the village moved quickly to pass a new ordinance, step up police enforcement, and launch a series of public education campaigns. Now, just a few months later, new data shows that the proactive approach is paying off — with a steep decline in citations, fewer complaints, and stronger compliance from riders. HINSDALE – Hinsdale has been at the forefront of addressing…
CHICAGO – Chicago Bears star cornerback Jaylon Johnson has been ruled out indefinitely with a groin injury, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Johnson left Sunday’s 52-21 loss to the Detroit Lions in the second quarter after breaking up a pass. DETROIT, MICHIGAN – SEPTEMBER 14: Jaylon Johnson #1 of the Chicago Bears is injured during a play in the first half of the game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 14, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images) He had just returned from the same injury that kept him out of training camp, the…