SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — President Joe Biden tended to both business and security interests Sunday as he wrapped up a three-day trip to South Korea, first showcasing Hyundai’s pledge to invest at least $10 billion in the United States and later mingling with troops at a nearby military base. Biden’s visit to Osan Air Base, where thousands of… Continue reading Biden pushes economic, security aims as he ends South Korea visit
7-Day Forecast: Cooler temps before weekend warmup
Full forecast details at the WGN Weather Center The extended outlook calls for more clouds on Tuesday with some possible sprinkles/showers very late in the day. Rain at times and possible thunderstorms overnight into a soggy Wednesday. Some of those storms could be strong to severe. A few showers here and there to finish out… Continue reading 7-Day Forecast: Cooler temps before weekend warmup
Baby formula arrives in Indianapolis as U.S. faces critical need
WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — An Air Force C-17 jet touched down in Indianapolis on Sunday morning with 40 tons of baby formula on board. “This shipment provides enough formula to take care of 9000 babies and 18,000 toddlers,” U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said. The formula was produced in Switzerland, trucked to Germany and flown to… Continue reading Baby formula arrives in Indianapolis as U.S. faces critical need
‘Notes and Letters’ musical performing in Lincoln Park
CHICAGO — The original musical ‘Notes and Letters’ is performing at the Underscore Theater in Lincoln Park this week, chronicling the story of an immigrant’s life in Chicago. The musical is set during World War I following Prague native Joe, who finds a group of friends at a Chicago piano shop. The musical was inspired… Continue reading ‘Notes and Letters’ musical performing in Lincoln Park
Family hopes mural of missing Rogers Park woman shines light on disappearance
CHICAGO — Through song and art, the loved ones of Sheena Gibbs are fighting to find her. The 40-year-old Gibbs was last seen six months ago near Greenleaf and Sheridan in Rogers Park, her neighborhood of more than two decades. Family, police searching for at-risk Rogers Park woman missing since November “I remember the last… Continue reading Family hopes mural of missing Rogers Park woman shines light on disappearance
South Shore residents push for stronger housing protection
CHICAGO — A coalition of residents in South Shore is pushing for better housing protections as the nearby Obama Presidential Center remains under construction in Jackson Park. Members of the Community Benefits Agreement Coalition have said the city is not doing enough to protect residents in South Shore, neighboring the Obama Presidential Center. “As a… Continue reading South Shore residents push for stronger housing protection
Fire crews rescue person on Thornton Beach in Daly City
DALY CITY, Calif. (KRON) — The North County Fire Authority tweeted about the rescue on Sunday afternoon on Thornton Beach. Thornton State beach is located in Daly City off Skyline Blvd. Watch KRON4 News online The first tweet — posted at 3:51p.m. — by NCFA asked community members near Thornton State Beach to stay away… Continue reading Fire crews rescue person on Thornton Beach in Daly City
Thomas wins 2nd PGA title in playoff after 7-shot rally
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Justin Thomas is a major champion when he least expected it. Thomas matched a PGA Championship record Sunday when he rallied from a seven-shot deficit at Southern Hills, and then saved his most exquisite shot-making for a three-hole playoff to defeat Will Zalatoris. He closed with a 3-under 67, matching the… Continue reading Thomas wins 2nd PGA title in playoff after 7-shot rally
Biden to lay out in Japan who’s joining new Asia trade pact
TOKYO (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday is set to launch a new Indo-Pacific trade pact designed to signal U.S. dedication to the region and address the need for stability in commerce after the chaos caused by the pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The White House says the new Indo-Pacific Economic Framework will… Continue reading Biden to lay out in Japan who’s joining new Asia trade pact
State track and field: Valor Christian’s Drew Costelow sweeps Class 5A distance races
If Valor Christian junior Drew Costelow were in charge of writing his headline to recap his Class 5A state track and field championship weekend, he’d use just two words: “The Trifecta.” Costelow, who transferred from Center Grove High School in Indiana in January 2021, officially burst onto the scene this weekend. On Sunday afternoon he… Continue reading State track and field: Valor Christian’s Drew Costelow sweeps Class 5A distance races