Zachary Fardon, who served as the leading federal prosecutor in Chicago from 2013 to 2017, sold his Lincoln Park mansion for $4.3 million earlier this year. Fardon and his wife recently invested in a new property, purchasing a four-bedroom, 4,500-square-foot co-op unit on the Gold Coast for $3 million.
Rep. Tom Tiffany from Wisconsin recounted a harrowing incident where he and a pilot had to swim to safety. The small plane they were in made an emergency landing in a lake after losing power. On a Saturday evening, Tiffany was on a single-engine plane nearing Wausau Downtown Airport when the aircraft’s power failed. The...
Rural communities, feeling let down by current policies, might look for change in the upcoming elections. Barry McCoy, who owns the Montana Livestock Auction in Ramsay, has expressed frustration with President Donald Trump’s decision to increase beef imports into the United States. Over the past two months, McCoy has observed a decline in cattle prices....
A nonprofit animal rescue, New Leash on Life, is urging support from Crown Point residents after receiving disappointing news regarding their chosen location. At the Board of Zoning Appeals meeting on August 24, members voted unanimously against rezoning the property for the proposed 20,000-square-foot facility at 12430 South Court Street. New Leash on Life will...
A Delta flight experienced an unplanned diversion due to an in-flight medical situation involving the captain. The incident took place when the aircraft was mid-air, necessitating immediate action for the wellbeing of the crew and passengers. The aircrew made a swift decision to divert the flight to ensure the captain received timely medical attention. This...
Over 70 volunteers gathered at Haven Hollow Park in Portage Township on Wednesday afternoon to aid residents impacted by a severe storm on August 11. The storm, a derecho, brought 99 mph winds, uprooting trees and causing extensive damage and power outages. Volunteers from various organizations provided essentials like tarps, bottled water, flashlights, charcoal, diapers,...
The Orland Park Village Board approved a $275 million project on Monday to expand Northwestern Medicine’s campus near Centennial Park. This development includes a cancer facility and parking structure, enhancing local medical services. Board member John Lawler expressed support, highlighting the facility’s value to the community. The addition serves the area’s aging population by offering...
Recent storms and flooding in Indiana resulted in the deaths of six people as floodwaters peaked in Indianapolis’ White River. Rainfall in the state capital and surrounding regions was expected to ease by Sunday. Among the deceased were a 4-year-old boy, two men, and three women, according to Liz Woods, spokesperson for the state Department...
Severe thunderstorms and high wind gusts swept through the Midwest, resulting in widespread power outages affecting nearly one million customers. The intense weather conditions brought tornado warnings and disrupted aviation operations at Chicago’s airports. Impact on Air Travel Darkening skies led to all flights being halted at Chicago’s two major airports. As operations resumed, delays...
In the aftermath of Tuesday’s storms, Indiana Governor Mike Braun reported extensive effects across the state. He noted significant damage caused by strong winds and power outages. In Gary, wind speeds reached approximately 99 miles per hour, and in Henry County, rainfall exceeded 10 inches. On Wednesday, Braun evaluated storm damage in Northwest Indiana. He...