North Shore woman shares warning for others after AirTag found underneath her car - Chicago news - NewsLocker (2024)

Glencoe resident Marissa Girard had just returned from a spring break trip in April when she discovered an Apple AirTag on her vehicle. Girard became aware when an alert popped up on her iPhone, telling her she could play a sound. “Stopped my car, I can hear it…” she explained. “And I go back to the undercarriage of my car,...

2 Chicago bars named among ‘Best Bars in America' for 2024 by Esquire Magazine

Two of the "Best Bars in America" are in Chicago, a new list from Esquire Magazine said.

Multiple injuries reported after crash involving CTA bus, numerous vehicles in Bridgeport

Chicago police and firefighters remain on scene after a CTA bus crashed into multiple vehicles in the Bridgeport neighborhood on Monday morning.

The 2024 James Beard Awards are Monday. Here's which Chicago chefs, restaurants are nominated

A Chicago restuarant and several Chicago-based chefs could take home prestigious accolades during the 2024 James Beard Foundation Awards Monday night.

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Illinois' cicada invasion isn't over yet. Here's why and what happens next

Are you seeing a lot of dead cicadas? You're not alone, but that might not mean the emergence in your area is coming to an end. It could mean cicadas are entering a new phase of the emergence.

Illinois lottery winner of $552M Mega Millions prize comes forward

The lucky Illinois Lottery player who scored a $552 million Mega Millions jackpot prize last week has come forward and claimed their prize, according to officials.

Chicago weather: Unseasonably cool with high swim risk in effect; waves up to 8 feet possible

Although the official start to summer is only 10 days away, the Chicago area will see an unseasonably cool day and a high swim risk at Lake Michigan Monday, the NBC 5 Storm Team said.

Chicago weather: Unseasonably cool temperatures and high swim risk in effect; waves up to 8 feet possible

Although the official start to summer is only 10 days away, the Chicago area will see an unseasonably cool day and a high swim risk at Lake Michigan Monday, the NBC 5 Storm Team said.

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Person shot, killed during cookout party at suburban Dixmoor playfield

The Cook County Sheriff's Office and local police were investigating after a 31-year-old was shot at killed late Sunday during a cookout at a playfield in suburban Dixmoor.

Man shot, killed during cookout party at suburban Dixmoor playfield

The Cook County Sheriff's Office and local police are investigating after a 31-year-old man was shot at killed late Sunday during a cookout at a playfield in suburban Dixmoor.

NASCAR Chicago street closures near Grant Park begin Monday

The start of many street closures and parking restrictions for the upcoming 2024 NASCAR Chicago Street Race took effect overnight, almost one month before the scheduled start of race weekend.

Survivors of Oct. 7th Hamas attack, families of hostages share their stories with Skokie community

Dozens of people sat and listened as survivors and families of hostages kidnapped in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel shared their emotional stories inside the Skokie Valley Synagogue.

Survivors of Oct. 7th Hamas attack, families of hostages share their stories in Skokie

Dozens of people sat and listened as survivors and families of hostages kidnapped in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel shared their emotional stories inside the Skokie Valley Synagogue.

Survivors of Oct. 7 Hamas attack, families of hostages share their stories in Skokie

Dozens of people sat and listened as survivors and families of hostages kidnapped in the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel shared their emotional stories inside the Skokie Valley Synagogue.

Teenage boy, woman injured in West Pullman shooting, Chicago police say

A woman and teen boy were injured in a shooting on Sunday evening in the West Pullman neighborhood on Chicago's Far South Side, authorities said.

President of Marquette University dies while on trip to Italy

The president of Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, died after falling ill in Italy following a three-year battle with cancer, university leadership announced Sunday.

2 Cook County Sheriff's officers seriously hurt in 4-vehicle crash on Dan Ryan Expressway

Two officers with the Cook County Sheriff's Department were seriously injured in a four-vehicle crash early Sunday morning along the Dan Ryan Expressway, authorities said.

‘A Walk Toward Healing' fundraiser helps young Chicagoans impacted by gun violence

Dozens of families and volunteers marched on Sunday afternoon in suburban Elmhurst to raise awareness and funds for those who lost loved ones to violence. The event called “A Walk Toward Healing” started in 2023 when a group of Chicago-area mothers were inspired by the support for Highland Park families impacted by gun violence. “What about Chicago,” said Becky Paulzine,...

Here's how much will minimum wage increase in Chicago on July 1

Many Chicago workers will be in for a midsummer raise, with a yearly incremental hourly minimum wage increase and a new paid time off policy slated to take effect at the start of next month, among other measures.

Chicago Forecast: Mostly sunny skies, breezy conditions

After a chillier Saturday with bits of rainfall mixed in, the Chicago area is in for a more seasonal finish to the weekend.

LIVE: Watch the Bank of America Chicago 13.1 start, finish lines

If you're not able to watch your favorite runners cross the finish line in person at this year's Bank of America Chicago 13.1, we've got you and your favorite half marathoners covered.

Bank of America Chicago 13.1 course map: Here's where to expect runners Sunday

All through Chicago's West Side runners are expected to race through city streets Sunday, but where exactly will they be? Here's a look at the course map.

Broadway Armory restores park district programming after migrants moved from facility

The Broadway Armory Park on Chicago’s North Side reopened to the public on Saturday, becoming the latest park district facility to restore programming after serving as a migrant shelter. “I could cry right now,” said resident Gale Kryzak. “I think it was very hard on the whole community.” Kryzak, who lives in Edgewater, was among the residents who weren’t happy...

Calumet Fisheries reopens for business after months of closure following fire

Months after suffering a large fire in November 2023, the iconic Chicago eatery Calumet Fisheries is slated to reopen Saturday morning, according to a Facebook post.

Joliet police seek semi after man struck and killed in hit-and-run

Joliet police were looking to identify the driver of a semi who struck and killed one person on Saturday evening then drove away, authorities stated. The incident was reported at around 4:05 p.m. near Washington and Ottawa streets near the Will County Adult Detention Facility. Joliet police officers arrived at the scene and talked to witnesses who explained the victim...

Drivers asked to avoid Joliet intersection after man struck and killed by semi in hit-and-run

A Joliet intersection was shut down to traffic on Saturday evening as police investigated a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a semi, authorities said. The incident was reported at around 4:05 p.m. near Washington and Ottawa streets near the Will County Adult Detention Facility. Joliet police officers arrived at the scene and talked to witnesses who explained the victim was hit...

You can get free ice cream at Kroger, Mariano's on one day in June. Here's how to claim this sweet deal

Who can say no to free ice cream? As the official start to summer nears and the temperatures creep up, it’s a popular treat to help you cool down but also satisfy the craving for something sweet. To kick off the season and celebrate the summer solstice, Kroger, the parent company of Mariano’s, will be dishing out a whole lot...

2 more Chicago-area Red Lobster locations land on potential closures list

Red Lobster has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection days after shuttering nearly 50 restaurants across more than 20 states, including Illinois.

Headlining acts announced for 2024 Septemberfest in Schaumburg

Summer may have just gotten underway, but one suburban music festival is looking ahead to September with headlining acts recently announced.

Chicago's Humboldt Beach to reopen after 4-year hiatus

Following an extended closure of Chicago's only inland city beach, Humboldt Beach is scheduled to reopen for the first time in four years later this month, the Chicago Park District announced.