A woman evacuated from her home in Southern California, who has a business based in the Chicago area, is helping to mobilize relief efforts after devastating wildfires. California wildfires Sunday, January 19, 2025 11:51AM Niles-based Lifeway Foods, run by Chicagoan Julie Smolyansky, who evacuated Southern California, is now helping other wildfire victims. NILES, Ill. (WLS) — A woman evacuated from her home in Southern California, who has a business based in the Chicago area, is helping to mobilize relief efforts after devastating wildfires. Firefighters are making ground on containing the fires, as Santa Ana winds are expected to pick up…
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A man was shot as he ran away from what Chicago police said was an attempted robbery on Saturday. chicago crime ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Sunday, January 19, 2025 12:23PM Live streaming newscasts, breaking news, weather & original, local programming. CHICAGO (WLS) — A man was shot as he ran away from what Chicago police said was an attempted robbery on Saturday. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch The shooting happened at about 9:50 p.m. in the 2400-block of S. Stewart Avenue in the Chinatown neighborhood, police said. A man, 19, was walking outside when a…
MISFITS BOXING star Anthony Taylor aimed a brutal dig at Tommy Fury after losing to Darren Till. Fury was due to fight Till at Misfits 20 in Manchester but he pulled out after the ex-UFC star threatened to KICK him in the head. Splash Tommy Fury pulled out of fighting Darren Till[/caption] PA Till beat replacement opponent Anthony Taylor[/caption] So Taylor filled in on a months notice but was stopped in six rounds following three knockdowns. And afterwards, he posted online: “Now we know why Tommy Fury pulled out.” Fury – who beat Taylor on points in 2021 – is…
The 2025 Super Bowl is almost upon us, but what teams will go head to head on the field? Find out who is favored to win.The 2025 Super Bowl is almost upon us, but what teams will go head to head on the field? Find out who is favored to win. Image Credit: Getty Images The biggest sporting event — and arguably the most famous — of the year is almost upon us! The Super Bowl is 2025’s most highly anticipated game. Several NFL teams have had memorable moments on the field during the 2024/2025 season. From Hail Mary-like wins…
A Letterkenny priest has met with Pope Francis at the Vatican this week. Fr. Shane Gallagher, the Chaplain of Letterkenny University Hospital, was one of four Irish priests who made the journey to Rome, for the blessing of four pilgrim Sacred Heart statues. He was accompanied by Fr. John Mockler from Limerick, Fr. Shane Sullivan of the Apostolic Society of the Most Holy Trinity, and Dom Basil Mary McCabe of Silverstream Priory. The statues will travel around Ireland throughout 2025 as a part of the 350th anniversary of the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which was first made…
POPULIST presidential candidate Donald J. Trump makes a comeback as The United States Chief Executive. On January 20, 2025, Donald J. Trump returns to office, serving as the 47th president of the United States, administering two non-consecutive terms. AP Donald Trump returns to office following his win in the 2024 presidential election[/caption] The reason behind the misalignment of the inauguration order and president number is simple – Donald Trump has served as president before from (2016-2020), and he’s not the first president to have sat twice in the oval office. The MAGA-winning candidate secured the 2024 presidential election, securing 312…
Trump’s incoming “border czar” Tom Homan told ABC News late Saturday that they are now “reviewing any plans in Chicago because of the leak,” adding that news reports may have potentially put officer safety at risk. CHICAGO (WLS) — As part of President-elect Donald Trump’s strategy to secure the border, Immigration and Customs Enforcement were expected to carry out post-inauguration raids as early as Tuesday, sources briefed on the plans told ABC News Saturday morning. Incoming “border czar” Tom Homan told ABC News Saturday night that Trump’s administration is now reviewing whether to begin the raids next week, in part…
The nationwide ban of the popular social media platform began Sunday. Trump, who takes office Monday, has vowed to reverse it. A U.S. ban of TikTok began to take effect on Sunday, capping a high-stakes battle that pitted the federal government against one of the nation’s most popular social media platforms. Congress passed the measure last spring with overwhelming bipartisan support, granting TikTok a 270-day window to cut its ties with China-based parent company ByteDance or face a ban. Instead of initiating a sale, however, TikTok pursued a legal challenge on First Amendment grounds that failed in the Supreme Court…
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UFC 311 sets the stage for a compelling year in the UFC UFC 311 sets the stage for a compelling year in the UFC Getty Images UFC 311 was a wild ride. Islam Makhachev and Jiri Prochazka were among the four main card acts to score stoppages. Even the one fight that went the distance was memorable as Merab Dvalishvili showed inspiring will against Umar Nurmagomedov. It’s only January and the puzzle pieces are falling in place for the rest of the year. Arman Tsarukyan still needs his lightweight title shot after pulling out of Saturday’s main event one day…
ANDRE ONANA faced the wrath of Manchester United fans following a howler against Brighton. United were trailing 2-1 at hom when disaster struck inside Onana’s box. Getty Andre Onana faced the wrath of Manchester United fans following a howler against Brighton[/caption] Yasin Ayari whipped in a cross which United’s keeper initially gathered – before dropping it at substitute Georginio Rutter’s feet. Rutter did not think twice in capitalising on the horror mistake and put the game beyond United’s reach. Fans were quick to hit out online as one said: “Nah Onana is the worst keeper in the league. Bruv he…
NASA’S Pandora mission has moved one step closer to exploring planets which have the potential for alien life. The team behind the ambitious project have completed construction for the mission’s spacecraft bus which will facilitate the operation. phys.org The team behind Pandora Satellite have completed construction for its mission’s spacecraft bus[/caption] science.nasa.gov It is slated to observe at least 20 different planets during its one year of science operations[/caption] The bus’ completion was announced during an historic briefing the 245th Meeting of the American Astronomical Society in National Harbor, Maryland on Thursday. The Pandora space mission is expected to launch in autumn…
A man jumped into frigid waters to rescue ‘Arizona’ the dog, video shows. Spotting a dog struggling to stay afloat in a icy Vermont river, Chris MacRitchie never hesitated. He jumped into the frigid waters and waded over to the dog, gently pulling it ashore, where his wife draped it with a sweatshirt. The dramatic rescue Friday afternoon in Berlin was caught on video by his son and was shared widely on social media. MacRitchie’s son first spotted the dog as they were going through the drive-thru of a nearby Dunkin’ Donuts. When they reached the embankment of the Winooski…
Three people died after a fiery crash early Sunday morning in the north suburbs, police said. fatal crash ByABC7 Chicago Digital Team Sunday, January 19, 2025 2:36PM The crash happened at about 4:30 a.m. near the intersection of West Lake Avenue and Pfingsten Road. GLENVIEW, Ill. (WLS) — Three people died in a fiery crash on Sunday morning in the north suburbs, police said. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch The crash happened at about 4:30 a.m. near the intersection of West Lake Avenue and Pfingsten Road, according to Glenview police. Police said the car was…
A national organization based in Chicago is helping provide a launch pad for high school students interested in pursuing higher educations. Education ByJose Baltierra Sunday, January 19, 2025 3:27PM For more than 15 years, OneGoal has been offering advising and support. A national organization based in Chicago is helping provide a launch pad for high school students interested in pursuing higher educations. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch For more than 15 years, OneGoal has been offering advising and support. The organization works with schools to empower students. Priya Linson, the executive director of OneGoal here…
SportsLine’s model has simulated every game 10,000 times and locked in its NFL Divisional Round score predictions SportsLine’s model has simulated every game 10,000 times and locked in its NFL Divisional Round score predictions USATSI A heavyweight bout will take center stage when Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills host Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens in the 2025 NFL Divisional Round on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET on CBS and Paramount+. These teams squared off in Baltimore in Week 4, with the Ravens securing a 35-10 victory. Ravens running back Derrick Henry finished that game with a season-high 199…
On January 20th, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. It will be the start of his second term in office. our chicago ByKay Cesinger Sunday, January 19, 2025 3:48PM Our Chicagowls CHICAGO (WLS) — On January 20th, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States. It will be the start of his second term in office. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Trump has said he will move quickly to carry out some of the things he campaigned on: mass deportations, tariffs…
SportsLine’s advanced model has locked in its NFL betting picks for the 2025 NFL playoffs and 2025 Divisional Round football predictions from 10,000 simulations to tell you how to bet NFL games SportsLine’s advanced model has locked in its NFL betting picks for the 2025 NFL playoffs and 2025 Divisional Round football predictions from 10,000 simulations to tell you how to bet NFL games USATSI The AFC half of the 2025 NFL playoff bracket has seen nothing but one-sided affairs thus far, which could have an impact on your Divisional Round NFL picks. The average margin of victory was 19.3…
SportsLine expert Eric Cohen reveals his NFL score predictions for the four NFL games of the 2025 Divisional Round SportsLine expert Eric Cohen reveals his NFL score predictions for the four NFL games of the 2025 Divisional Round USATSI Many football fans refer to the NFL’s Divisional Round as the most exciting weekend on the football calendar. The featured matchup is Sunday at 6:30pm ET as the AFC North champion Baltimore Ravens (-1, 51.5) take on the AFC East champion Buffalo Bills on CBS and Paramount+. The two favorites for the NFL MVP award will face off this week, quarterbacks…
SportsLine’s model simulated Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2025 CFP National Championship game 10,000 times SportsLine’s model simulated Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2025 CFP National Championship game 10,000 times USATSI The inaugural 12-team field is down to two and the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship game is set for Monday, Jan. 20 between the No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes (13-2) and No. 7 Notre Dame (14-1). Ohio State breezed past Tennessee and Oregon in the CFP bracket before grinding out a 28-14 win over Texas in the semifinals thanks in large…