Monday, May 20, 2013
Here is a list of organizations helping the victims of Monday's devastating tornado in Moore, Okla.
A massive tornado touched down Monday in Moore, Okla., leaving a reported 51 people dead, including at least seven children. Images show fires burning and buildings ruined for as far as the eye can see. Many Americans are wondering how they can help the residents of this devastated town just outside Oklahoma City. Below is a list of how you can help right now, according to the Huffington Post: The Oklahoma City Red Cross will open shelters as first responders assess damage. The organization says the best way to help is to donate at RedCross.org or text REDCROSS to 90999. The Salvation Army has mobilized a number of emergency relief services in Oklahoma, including Moore, to dispense food, hydration and emotional support to first responders …
National Weather Service says storms should move through Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park and Beverly-Mt. Greenwood area around 10:30 p.m. Monday.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Oak Lawn, Evergreen Park and Beverly-Mt. Greenwood area. A line of severe storms is moving northeast at 45mph and is expected to hit the local area around 10:45 p.m. Monday. Sign up for breaking news alerts: Oak Lawn / Evergreen Park / Beverly-Mt. Greenwood. The storm is capable of producing 60mph wind gusts potentially damaging trees, roofs and siding. The warning is in effect until 11 p.m. Here is an excerpt of the warning: * SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS WILL BE NEAR... NAPERVILLE AND ROMEOVILLE AROUND 1005 PM CDT. WOODRIDGE AND LEMONT AROUND 1010 PM CDT. WHEATON AND LISLE AROUND 1015 PM CDT. YORK CENTER AND LOMBARD AROUND 1020 PM CDT. VILLA PARK AND ADDISON …
Large hail, damaging winds and isolated tornadoes are all possible, according to the National Weather Service.
Serious storms may be headed our way, warns the National Weather Service. The storm system that dropped large hail and tornadoes on parts of Iowa, Kansas and Oklahoma is now headed toward Illinois. The National Weather Service has placed most of Illinois—including Cook County—in the "slight risk" category for severe weather on Monday and Tuesday. The main threats on both days consist of damaging winds and large hail. The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center noted in its technical discussions that isolated tornadoes are also possible on Monday and Tuesday. "The most violent storms will ignite during the afternoon and evening hours as daytime heating causes instability," Accuweather.com Meteorologist Meghan Evans wrote in her…
Would you know what to do if a warning was issued?
By Korrina Grom We're smack-dab in the middle of tornado season. Are you prepared? According to the National Weather Service, Illinois had 30 tornadoes in 2012, including an EF4 that hit Harrisburg on Feb. 29 and killed eight people. In all, Illinois' 30 tornadoes caused 111 injuries and nine fatalities. "The 30-year average in Illinois is 46 tornadoes," according to the National Weather Service. "Illinois ranks fifth in the nation in tornado frequency per square mile." Here are some facts about severe weather from the National Weather Service and the Illinois Emergency Management Agency: Are You Prepared? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency recommends that residents purchase a NOAA all-hazards weather radio. Along with having a …
About 25 protesters staged a march down 95th Street to protest what they see as racial profiling tactics from the Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn police departments.
A small but peaceful crowd was on hand Saturday afternoon as a march was staged down 95th Street to protest alleged racial profiling by the Evergreen Park and Oak Lawn police departments. The march was greeted by a large police presence as area departments responded to the uncertain nature of protests planned in the age of social media. Evergreen Park Police Chief Michael Saunders estimated that there were about 50 to 60 officers on the street and more on reserve should the need arise. The need never did as the small group of marchers proceeded largely without incident. One man was warned for standing in the middle of the street before the march began, but there were no arrests made, Saunders said. Watch: Protesters March Down 95th …
The annual Bike Across America serves as a "fun, free, family event" for bikers of all ages
On a typical Saturday afternoon in spring, Mount Greenwood Park is awash with runners, dog walkers and energetic kids with their parents in tow. On Saturday, May 18, the park—and the neighborhood—was filled with about 200 bicycle riders participating in Bike Across America Without Leaving the 19th Ward. The event was hosted by Ald. Matt O’Shea and State Rep. Fran Hurley, who says it is unique to the ward. Bike Ambassadors provided by the city of Chicago led the group of bicyclists on a four-mile ride through the streets of Mount Greenwood, stopping at designated corners for kids to have their “passports” stamped. This year’s destinations were Hamlin, TX; Spaulding, OK; Lawndale, Calif.; and Trumbull, Conn.. Hurley, who has been involved …
The Mighty Macs finish the 28-5 season with a win over Mundelein
They just kept swimming. The Mother McAuley varsity water polo team grabbed third place in the IHSA state finals Saturday beating the Mundelein Mustangs 11-9. The Mighty Macs ended the season with an overall record of 29-5, Mundelein finished with a 27-8 record. The Macs, coming off an 8-7 loss against St. Ignatius earlier Saturday, never fell behind. Kristen Kleist scored the first goal of the game halfway through the first quarter, but Allie Boothe responded with Mundelein’s first point of the game about a minute later. Kleist and Boothe were both top scorers, with 5 and 6 goals, respectively. Clare Bryar put in three shots for the Macs. Both teams presented strong defenses throughout the game, which had several turnovers and ejections …
From being the first Down syndrome student mainstreamed in her school district to starting her own advocacy organization, Bridget Brown's journeys are far and wide. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.
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From being the first Down syndrome student mainstreamed in her school district to starting her own advocacy organization, Bridget Brown's journeys are far and wide. Sponsored by Grape-Nuts.
Living like a movie star for a week, Bridget Brown of Darien had a small part in a movie with Miley Cyrus. Brown also has her own consulting business, works as a dental assistant’s assistant and has many more jobs in life few of us would ever conquer. Having Down syndrome, the 27-year-old woman is considered to be disabled, but you would never know by the full life she leads. Brown was the first person with a disability included in her school district and is a strong advocate of inclusion. Among her dislikes is hearing someone be insulted. "Don’t call people retarded," Brown says. "I got called that, I was angry and wanted to cry.” Another fight Brown goes up against is mothers who want to abort their babies when they find out the baby…
Jim D
11:40 pm on Monday, May 20, 2013
She was going for her MBA, and didn't realize her lawyer settled for a felony. Such BS. You plead out the judge asks if you understand the plea. Been hearing these lies for 32 yrs. Just like the gang member who gets shot. Such a waste only 22. He was getting his life in order, and planning to get his GED next year, He is survived by his 5 children, and his fiancé, God help us all. more ›