South Sudan, the African nation that gained its independence just 13 years ago and is about to play in the Olympics for the first time, led for more than half the game.
Day: July 20, 2024
Beyond Biden, Democrats are split over who would be next — Vice President Harris or launch a ‘mini primary’
Installing Vice President Harris to the top of the ticket is not at all certain.
Fest in Geneva draws fans of artist Frida Kahlo
Altiro Latin Fusion in Geneva hosted an event focusing on Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.
Trump holds first campaign rally after assassination attempt with his new running mate, JD Vance, by his side
Donald Trump is holding his first campaign rally since he survived an attempted assassination last week.
Two teenage boys wounded in South Chicago shooting, police say
Two teenage boys were shot Saturday afternoon in the South Chicago neighborhood, according to Chicago police. A 14-year-old and 15-year-old boy were standing near the sidewalk in the 2900 block of East 82nd Street when they were struck in the back by gunfire just after 3:30 p.m., police said. They were transported to Comer Children’s Hospital, where they were initially reported in good condition, police said. Police said no suspects are in custody, and that detectives are investigating the shooting. rjohnson@chicagotribune.com
Residual cancellations, delays continue at Chicago’s airports due to global tech outage
O’Hare International Airport had more than 120 flights canceled by 3:45 p.m., and nearly 330 flights delayed, according to flight tracking firm FlightAware.
Hawthorn Woods residents asked to conserve water while recharging issue investigated
Hawthorn Woods residents were advised to conserve water, including avoiding outdoor irrigation, while Aqua Illinois crews investigated an issue affecting the system’s regular recharging process on Saturday.
Chicago Bears training camp report: The Caleb Williams-Keenan Allen connection begins, plus no Soldier Field Family Fest on tap
“You can see they leveled up,” Chicago Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said of his players, using his new catchphrase.
Illinois deputy charged with murder shot Springfield woman in the face after ordering her to move pot of water
Sonya Massey was killed at her home in Springfield after Grayson and another Sangamon County deputy responded to her 911 call early July 6.
Do you really have to wait to go swimming after eating?
No, you don’t really have to wait 30 minutes after eating to go swimming.