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Oswego man ID’d as person who died in fall at Starved Rock State Park in Illinois – NBC Chicago
The person who died from after falling this weekend at Illinois Canyon inside Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County has been identified. The person was identified as Albert Cramer 38, of Oswego Illinois, according to the LaSalle County Coroner. Preliminary results indicate Cramer died as a result of fatal injuries sustained from the fall, …
Starved Rock State Park death under investigation – NBC Chicago
One person died from a fall on Saturday at Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County, authorities said. Details weren’t immediately available, but the Illinois Department of Natural Resources confirmed one person was pronounced dead following a fall prior to 7:40 p.m. Starved Rock, a popular destination for hikers, fishing and boating, is located in …
Illinois Beach State Park water rescue underway in Zion – NBC Chicago
Emergency crews were responding to a water rescue late Saturday night at Illinois Beach State Park, authorities said. At around 9:15 p.m., the Zion police and fire departments were on scene at the park, 1 Lake Front Dr., according to the Zion Police Department. Additional details on the incident weren’t immediately available. Check back for …
Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats leads to deaths in Illinois, New Jersey – NBC Chicago
One person in Illinois was among two individuals who died in a multi-state listeria outbreak possibly linked to meats sliced at deli counters, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday. The death in Illinois, and another in New Jersey, were reported alongside 28 other cases that led to hospitalizations in 12 states. Eighteen …
Cubs snag Florida State 3B Cam Smith in 2024 MLB Draft – NBC Sports Chicago
The Chicago Cubs have added an infield bat to their prospect pool, drafting Florida State third baseman Cam Smith with the No. 14 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. Smith had a strong 2024 season for the Seminoles, belting a career high 16 home runs and adding 22 doubles. He drove in 57 RBI’s, …
Teen rescued from Lake Michigan at Illinois Beach State Park – NBC Chicago
A teenage swimmer was rushed to an area hospital after being pulled from Lake Michigan on Friday evening at Illinois Beach State Park, authorities said. At around 5:45 p.m., the Beach Park Fire Department responded to Illinois Beach State Park for an individual in distress, fire officials said in a news release. Firefighters arrived on …
Teen rescued from Lake Michigan at Illinois Beach State Park – NBC Chicago
A teenage swimmer was rushed to an area hospital after being pulled from Lake Michigan on Friday evening at Illinois Beach State Park, authorities said. At around 5:45 p.m., the Beach Park Fire Department responded to Illinois Beach State Park for an individual in distress, fire officials said in a news release. Firefighters arrived on …
Full list of new food, vendors – NBC Chicago
Editor’s Note: The video in this story is from a previous report. When it comes to state fair food, Illinois State Fair officials have a saying: “You count the memories, not the calories.” It’s nearly time to clear your bellies for the food lineup at this year’s fair, taking place Aug. 8 through 18 at …