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Oscar Mayer Wienermobile involved in rollover crash on busy Chicago-area highway

July 23, 2024

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile involved in rollover crash on busy Chicago-area highway

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile rolled over onto its side during a crash in lunchtime rush hour traffic on a busy Chicago area interstate Monday.

I don't have a lot of time and you don't either. But here's the truth

July 23, 2024

I don't have a lot of time and you don't either. But here's the truth

I feel like I have no time and yet I find the time. We all have the same 24 hours to the day. Time is a gift from God and we will be accountable to Him for sure.

On this day in history, July 20, 1968, first Special Olympics Summer Games are held in Chicago

July 20, 2024

On this day in history, July 20, 1968, first Special Olympics Summer Games are held in Chicago

On this day in history, July 20, 1968, the first Special Olympics International Games were held in Chicago, organized by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, sister of President John F. Kennedy.

US Postal Service letter carrier shot in Chicago, officials say

July 19, 2024

US Postal Service letter carrier shot in Chicago, officials say

A letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service was shot Friday in Chicago. Details about the shooting have not been disclosed by authorities.

Dems' Chicago convention promises 'chaos and dysfunction' as Biden future uncertain: Illinois congressman

July 18, 2024

Dems' Chicago convention promises 'chaos and dysfunction' as Biden future uncertain: Illinois congressman

The Democratic convention will likely be riddled with "chaos and dysfunction" as calls mount for President Biden to drop out of the presidential race, predicts Rep. Darin Lahood, R-Ill.

I reject the victimhood mentality Democrats want me to accept. That's why this Black pastor is a Republican

July 16, 2024

I reject the victimhood mentality Democrats want me to accept. That's why this Black pastor is a Republican

Here's why this Black pastor from Chicago's South Side is a Republican, not a Democrat. For starters, Democrats' liberal policies do not encourage independence and self sufficiency.

Meet the American who invented the TV remote control: self-taught Chicago engineer Eugene Polley

July 16, 2024

Meet the American who invented the TV remote control: self-taught Chicago engineer Eugene Polley

Self-taught Chicago mechanical engineer Eugene Polley invented the first wireless TV remote control in 1955, but his contribution was nearly erased by later innovations.

Chicago suburb to expand eligibility of guaranteed income program: 'We all need help'

July 15, 2024

Chicago suburb to expand eligibility of guaranteed income program: 'We all need help'

Evanston, Chicago city council on Monday expanded eligibility of their guaranteed basic income program that they previously touted as a model that other municipalities should follow.

Dem mayor blasted for 'ridiculously' blaming deceased GOP president for deadly July 4 weekend gun violence

July 9, 2024

Dem mayor blasted for 'ridiculously' blaming deceased GOP president for deadly July 4 weekend gun violence

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was blasted on social media after invoking the name of former President Richard Nixon while discussing gun crime in Chicago.

Chicago mayor places blame on former President Nixon after over 100 people shot over the holiday weekend

July 9, 2024

Chicago mayor places blame on former President Nixon after over 100 people shot over the holiday weekend

Chicago’s Democratic Mayor Brandon Johnson was blasted by conservatives and the Nixon Foundation for his claim. CREDIT: City of Chicago