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One Shot and Killed at Amazon Warehouse on 5th Ave in Melrose Park

Thu Jun 4, 2026 12:33 pm Cardinal News

Police, firefighters and paramedics from Melrose Park responded about 9:00 a.m. Thursday, June 4, 2026 to a report of a shooting at an Amazon warehouse at 1825 5th Avenue in Melrose Park. Upon arrival police […]

Route 53 overpass near the far northwest corner of the Arlington Park property with depicted "TO INDIANA" sign (CARDINAL NEWS)

Hammond Mayor Tells Mully & Haugh on 104.3 The Score: “Chicago Bears Stadium Can Be Under Construction This Summer”

Thu Jun 4, 2026 11:08 am Cardinal News

Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott discussed Indiana’s chances to lure the Chicago Bears across state lines to build a new stadium. Notably, McDermott emphasized that the land at the proposed Hammond stadium site is “clean.” His […]

Day 1 CONUS Fire Weather Outlook for Thursday, June 4, 2026 does not reach threshold for "Elevate Risk Level" or above, but NWS Chicago indicates increase threat of grass fires and brush fires; "ELEVATED" risk is indicated in parts of Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming (SOURCE: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center)

Grass Fire Risk Today, Heavy Rain Possible Late Friday; Chicago O’Hare Weather Forecast

Thu Jun 4, 2026 08:35 am Cardinal News

CHICAGOLAND DETAILS … Radar is clear in northeast Illinois. O’Hare reached a low of about 63, but Chicago Executive Airport reached a low of about 55 overnight Wednesday/Thursday. Increased grass/brush fire threat today due to […]

Day 1 Convective Outlook/Categorical for overnight Wednesday/Thursday, June 3-4, 2026 indicates no severe weather for Illinois (SOURCE: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center)

Heat Is On, High 87; Compare Chicago Weather to Phoenix, Miami, LA, Wash DC

Wed Jun 3, 2026 11:47 pm Cardinal News

CHICAGOLAND DETAILS … Radar is clear in northeast Illinois around midnight Wednesday/Thursday. Potential for increased fire danger on Thursday, June 4, 2026 due to unseasonably warm, dry, and breezy conditions. Periodic shower and thunderstorm chances […]

Early beginnings for Hugh's Chophouse, announcing the new restaurant in October 2025 (CARDINAL NEWS)

Hugh’s Chophouse Making Progress for Summer 2026 Opening

Wed Jun 3, 2026 08:50 pm Cardinal News

Hugh’s Chophouse, expected to open this summer at 9 North Vail Avenue in downtown Arlington Heights, is described as a classic and modern steakhouse that is a chophouse Chicago style and an American bistro (casual […]

Stolen 2016 Dodge Challenger from the area of Central Road and Ridge Avenue in Arlington Heights (Provided Photo)

Stolen Auto (Blue Dodge Challenger) Near Central Road and Ridge Avenue, Arlington Heights

Wed Jun 3, 2026 12:23 pm Cardinal News

Arlington Heights police received a report about 2:00 AM Monday May 25, 2026 of a stolen auto near Central Road and Ridge Avenue Arlington Heights, IL. Police received a report that an unknown offender or […]

Alcohol, Drugs Suspected in Life-Threatening Single-Vehicle Rollover Crash on Foster Rd Near Huntley in McHenry Country

Wed Jun 3, 2026 11:43 am Cardinal News

McHenry County Sheriff’s deputies and firefighters and paramedics from Huntley responded about 3:57 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2026 to a report of a rollover crash with injuries near Route 47 and Foster Road in unincorporated […]

Tyler Sims, charged with Battery (SOURCE: Naperville Police Department)

Naperville Police Arrest 5 Juveniles, 4 Adults, Issue Dozens of Citations During June 1 Street Takeover Event

Wed Jun 3, 2026 09:36 am Cardinal News

Large groups consisting of mostly juveniles began to gather about 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2026, at approximately 5 p.m. in the downtown business district of Naperville, mainly along the Washington Street corridor between […]

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, First Army Commander Lt. Gen. Thomas S. James and Illinois National Guard Deputy Assistant Adjutant General - Army Brig. Gen. Mark Jackson listen to Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs Acting Director Linda Chapa LaVia speak during the Gold Star Mothers Luncheon The Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs Gold Star Mothers Luncheon gives senior civilian and military leaders a chance to thank Gold Star mothers for their service to our nation and its military. Governor JB Pritzker thanked the Gold Star Mothers and said he was humbled to have the opportunity to speak with them. In addition to the sacrifice their sons and daughters gave to their nation, many Gold Star mothers keep their Fallen Heroes memories alive and continue their service to the community and to the military, said Lt. Gen. Thomas S. James, the Commander of First Army and keynote speaker at the luncheon. The luncheon was held at the First Infantry Division Museum at Cantigny in Wheaton, Illinois, on Sunday, Sept. 29., 2019

Pritzker’s Affordable Housing Proposal Partially Stalls in General Assembly Session with Opposition from Illinois Municipal League

Wed Jun 3, 2026 08:55 am Cardinal News

Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) hosted a roundtable conversation on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 about Illinois’ affordable housing agenda (Forbes Breaking News). YouTube Tips ⓘ Sean Reed | The Center Square (The Center Square) – Though […]

Day 1 Convective Outlook/Categorical for Tuesday/Wednesday, June 2-3, 2026 indicates no severe weather in Illinois (SOURCE: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center)

Warm in 80s, Chance Thunderstorms Begin Friday; Compare Chicago Weather to Phoenix, Miami, LA, Wash DC

Tue Jun 2, 2026 11:55 pm Cardinal News

CHICAGOLAND DETAILS … Radar is clear in Illinois around midnight Tuesday/Wednesday. Generally warm conditions are expected to begin Wednesday through early next week, except temperatures will be cooler near the lake Wednesday and again this […]

A Chicago Bears Monsters of the Midway billboard towers over Route 53 on the Chicago Bears Football Club property just east of the Route 53 expressway (CARDINAL NEWS)

No Publicly Known Progress for Chicago Bears Stadium Plans After Legislative Session in Illinois Ends Without Stadium Deal

Tue Jun 2, 2026 07:36 pm Cardinal News

The Bears said they are still evaluating Arlington Heights and Hammond, Indiana, as sites for their news stadium and are on track to make a decision by the early summer (Charlie De Mar/CBS Chicago). YouTube […]

James Hutson, charged with Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding a Police Officer (SOURCE: DuPage County State's Attorney's Office)

DuPage County Court Grants State’s Motion to Detain Pre-Trial Villa Park Suspect Charged with Leading Police on 108 MPH High-Speed Chase

Tue Jun 2, 2026 07:17 pm Cardinal News

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden has granted the State’s motion to detain pre-trial a Villa Park man accused of leading police on […]

May 2026 Temperature and Precipitation Review from the National Weather Service

Tenth Driest May in Chicago, Second Driest May in Rockford, According to National Weather Service

Tue Jun 2, 2026 05:40 pm Cardinal News

National Weather Service climate analysis for May 2026 for Chicago and Rockford indicates May 2026 produced normal daily highs in Chicago, warmer daily highs in Rockford, slightly cooler nights in both regions, and much lower […]

Day 1 Convective Outlook/Categorical for Overnight Monday/Tuesday, June 2-3, 2026 indicates no severe weather for Illinois (SOURCE: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center)

Tuesday, Hi 73, 80s Are Back Wednesday; Compare Chicago Weather to Phoenix, Miami, LA, Wash DC

Mon Jun 1, 2026 11:55 pm Cardinal News

CHICAGOLAND DETAILS … Radar is clear in northern Illinois. Generally dry conditions through mid-week with seasonable temperatures inland and cooler conditions near the lake. Showers and thunderstorm chances return Friday and periodically through the weekend. […]

Damaged Arlington Heights Police Department Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicle after a rear-end crash on Arlington Heights Road near Euclid Avenue Monday afternoon, June 1, 2026 (CARDINAL NEWS)

Arlington Heights Police Car Rear-Ended on Southbound Arlington Heights Road Near Euclid Avenue

Mon Jun 1, 2026 07:15 pm Cardinal News

Arlington Heights Police Car rear-ended on Arlington Heights Rd near Euclid Ave, Arlington Heights (CARDINAL NEWS). YouTube Tips ⓘ Police, firefighters and paramedics from Arlington Heights responded about 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 1, 2026 after […]

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