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Teen Dies After Falling from Abandoned Joliet Building, Raising Safety Concerns

Teen Dies After Falling from Abandoned Joliet Building, Raising Safety Concerns

A high school student, Tony Reed Jr., tragically died after falling from an abandoned rock crushing tower in Joliet, Illinois. The incident occurred while Reed was exploring the 1917-built structure with friends. The building, which was part of the old Joliet Penitentiary's limestone operations, has been abandoned for over six decades. An 'urban explorer' named Adam, who has visited the site multiple times, described the floors as rusted and unstable, feeling like 'bouncy sheet metal.' Access to the building is reportedly not difficult despite one side being walled off. Reed's family expressed their heartbreak over the unexpected loss. The City of Joliet has deferred questions about the building's status to the police department, and the Illinois Department of Corrections has not yet responded to inquiries. Joliet police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding Reed's death, having spoken with his friends who were present.

Prime Healthcare to Suspend OB Services at Three Chicago-Area Hospitals

Prime Healthcare to Suspend OB Services at Three Chicago-Area Hospitals

Prime Healthcare has announced the suspension of obstetrical (OB) services at three prominent Chicago-area hospitals: Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, Mercy Medical Center in Aurora, and Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago. This decision, according to Prime Healthcare, is due to "many years of financial distress, changes in ownership, declining birth rates and volumes, with less than one delivery a day," making it challenging to ensure high-quality care. The company plans to consolidate these services and develop Centers of Excellence for Maternal Care at Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago and Olympia Fields Hospital. These new centers aim to centralize and strengthen obstetrical services, providing coordinated care with experienced multidisciplinary teams. Prime Healthcare also stated that it would offer impacted employees other positions within its hospitals, noting that there are more open positions than those affected by the service suspension. Additionally, the company plans to provid...

Chicago Area Under Heat Advisory as Temperatures Soar to 105 Degrees

Chicago Area Under Heat Advisory as Temperatures Soar to 105 Degrees

A heat advisory has been issued for northern and central Cook County, along with DuPage, DeKalb, Lake, Kane, Boone, Ogle, Winnebago, McHenry, and Lee counties in Illinois. The advisory is in effect from noon Wednesday until 9 p.m., with expected heat index values ranging from 100 to 105 degrees. Weather officials have warned that these high temperatures and humidity levels pose a risk of heat-related illnesses. Residents are advised to take precautions, such as wearing lightweight and loose clothing, and limiting strenuous outdoor activities to the early morning or evening hours. Current morning conditions at Midway Airport and O’Hare International Airport reported mostly cloudy skies with temperatures around 86 degrees. The forecast also includes a 30% chance of thunderstorms on Wednesday night, with temperatures dropping to the mid-70s. Thursday has a 40% chance of storms, increasing overnight with temperatures in the high 80s. Friday is expected to see temperatures in the low 80s with a 50% chance of th...

Chicago Father Fatally Shot While Taking College Test on Pilsen Porch

Chicago Father Fatally Shot While Taking College Test on Pilsen Porch

Charles Senase, a 35-year-old father of three, was fatally shot on Monday night while sitting on the front porch of his home in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. His family reported that Senase was taking a college test at the time of the incident. Surveillance video, which the family believes captured the event, reportedly shows a shooter exiting a gray vehicle, opening fire, and then driving away. Senase was rushed to Mount Sinai Hospital in critical condition but later succumbed to his injuries. His mother, who was inside the home, heard the gunshots and found him wounded. The family had recently moved back to Chicago, just weeks prior, after Senase was accepted into college, aiming to build a better future for his family. Chicago police have not yet released a description of the shooter or a motive for the shooting.

St. Louis Area Experiences Overnight Crime Wave Including Pursuit, Robbery, and Shootings

St. Louis Area Experiences Overnight Crime Wave Including Pursuit, Robbery, and Shootings

The St. Louis area experienced a series of significant criminal incidents overnight, including a multistate police pursuit, a smash-and-grab robbery, and two separate shootings. The police pursuit began in Caseyville, Illinois, and continued into Fairview Heights before re-entering St. Louis on Interstate 64. The suspect vehicle eventually lost its front tires and came to a stop on 4th Street downtown, leading to the apprehension of two individuals. Concurrently, a smash-and-grab burglary occurred at an Ulta Beauty store in Fairview Heights, where officers found a shattered front door and scattered merchandise. Fairview Heights police are leading this investigation with assistance from Illinois State Police. Additionally, two shootings were reported: one in Jennings, where a man was hospitalized with a gunshot wound to his side, and another on Laura Street in north St. Louis, where a man in his 60s sustained an arm injury. St. Louis city police noted that citywide shootings are on a downward trend compared...

Severe Weather and Heat Risks Persist in Chicago Area

Severe Weather and Heat Risks Persist in Chicago Area

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Chicago has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of north-central Illinois, northeast Illinois, and northwest Indiana. Elevated heat risks are expected this evening, with heat indices reaching up to 105°F (40.5°C). Isolated thunderstorms may develop after midnight, primarily in far northern Illinois, but severe weather is not anticipated tonight. However, waves of severe thunderstorms are possible from Thursday through Saturday, with a Level 1 of 5 Severe Thunderstorm Risk in place for Thursday and Friday. Flooding risks are also present, particularly south of Interstate 80, where heavy rainfall is expected (NWS, 2026-09-02).

Green Bay Police Investigate Shooting on East Side, Seek Two Suspects

Green Bay Police Investigate Shooting on East Side, Seek Two Suspects

One person has been hospitalized with serious injuries following a shooting on Green Bay's east side. Green Bay police were called to the 1000 block of N. Irwin Avenue just after noon. Upon arrival, officers discovered one individual who had sustained a gunshot wound. Reports indicate that two suspects fled the scene in a vehicle immediately after the incident. As of now, authorities do not have a description of either the suspects or their vehicle. The Green Bay Police Department is actively investigating the shooting and is appealing to the public for assistance. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the police directly or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Advocates for Chicago Bears Relocation to Indiana, Citing Illinois's Legislative Inaction

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Advocates for Chicago Bears Relocation to Indiana, Citing Illinois's Legislative Inaction

Indiana Governor Mike Braun Advocates for Chicago Bears Relocation to Indiana, Citing Illinois's Legislative Inaction

Kate Martin signs developmental contract with Sky days after Sparks exit

Kate Martin signs developmental contract with Sky days after Sparks exit

Kate Martin has a new home. She's heading to the Chicago Sky, not far from where she grew up in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Packers sign Scott Daly to practice squad as long snapper insurance

Packers sign Scott Daly to practice squad as long snapper insurance

Green Bay now has practice squad players at two specialist positions.

Pullman Turned Railroad Cars Into a Hotel-on-Wheels Experience

Pullman Turned Railroad Cars Into a Hotel-on-Wheels Experience

The Pullman Company, a name synonymous with American railroad luxury, began its journey in the 19th century as a pioneering manufacturer and operat...

Chicago heat index could reach 100°F as September begins

Chicago heat index could reach 100°F as September begins

Chicagoland is experiencing a surge in heat and humidity as August transitions into September. High temperatures are expected to reach the low 90s on Tuesday and Wednesday, with heat index values ranging between 95°F and 100°F (35°C to 38°C) across much of the area. Some locations south of I-80 may feel slightly hotter. Thunderstorms are possible, particularly in far-northern Illinois, but the primary concern remains the oppressive heat. Temperatures will ease slightly later in the week, with highs in the mid-to-upper 80s, which are still above average for early September. A ground stop was issued at O'Hare International Airport due to thunderstorms until 8:15 a.m. CDT on August 31, 2026.