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Englewood floral shop tasked with creating 3 arrangements for upcoming DNC
A floral shop in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood will be in the spotlight next month, as they’ve been tasked with creating three arrangements for the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
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Chicago's Bureau of Forestry slammed with service calls in wake of severe weather outbreak
The Chicago Department of Streets and Sanitation’s Bureau of Forestry received more than 5,700 calls for tree emergency requests since Monday night’s severe weather outbreak that included multiple tornadoes in the city.
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Man using dating sites to rob people at gunpoint in Chicago, police warn
Chicago Police issued a community alert over the weekend for dating website users, warning a man is using the sites to rob people at gunpoint.
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Surveillance video shows burglars ransack Wicker Park electronics store
Video from a Wicker Park electronic repair shop showed the moment a group of four individuals broke in early Friday morning and stole numerous items.
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Ahead of DNC, tent encampment visible from Dan Ryan Expressway to be permanently shut down
A tent encampment located near Roosevelt Road and the Dan Ryan Expressway is slated to be permanently shut down next week, approximately one month ahead of the Democratic National Convention.
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Body of missing Chicago pastor recovered from vehicle in Des Plaines River
The body of a missing Chicago pastor who was last seen last week has been recovered from the Des Plaines River in Rockdale along with his vehicle, according to the man’s family.
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NASCAR drivers spend time with fans in Chicago ahead of race day
Ahead of this weekend’s NASCAR Chicago Street Race, drivers made their way around the city and met fans, soaking in the one-of-a-kind atmosphere for the race.
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10-year-old go-kart driver dreams of competing in NASCAR Chicago Street Race
Beginning Saturday, dozens of drivers will compete to win NASCAR’s second Chicago Street Race. One aspiring driver dreams it’ll be him facing off against others while weaving through the streets of downtown. “I love just fast cars, I love being around them,” said 10-year-old Grayson Walcott, a Chicago native who is already a professional go-kart driver. “I just really...
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Surveillance video shows moment freight train derailed in Matteson, leading to evacuations
NBC Chicago obtained video showing the moment a freight train derailed on Thursday in south suburban Matteson, sending more than 20 cars off the tracks and prompting evacuations of nearby homes.
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Fundraiser held for Woodridge residents unable to return home 3 years after destructive tornado
It was three years ago when a devastating EF-3 tornado struck southwest suburban Woodridge, leaving hundreds of homes damaged and dozens of lives upended.