This yard party with a few smaller fireworks got out of line quickly when some smaller fireworks went awry. Then they lit the car on fire by accident… that was holding a TON of other fireworks. Lesson learned- when someone says ‘run’ during a Fourth of July party, you pay attention! Watch!
Theme park life is not easy for this duck…
This theme park took a seat and literally found the worst possible spot to sit… That outta wake him up! Whew!
NASCAR street course endorsed by the city of Chicago
If things go right, there could be a NASCAR race through the streets of Chicago soon.
The Athletic is reporting that they have gotten their hands on a letter that says the city is ready to host a three-year commitment to auto racing:
“Chicago is incredibly enthusiastic about the opportunity to serve as host of the 2023, 2024 and 2025 NASCAR Chicago Street Course events, and we stand ready to welcome NASCAR fans to our world class city,” the letter states. “This would be a historic partnership for NASCAR and the city of Chicago, and our department is committed to collaborating and supporting NASCAR to execute the events in a safe and secure manner.”
According to Jalopnik, this isn’t the first time these two have collaborated. In 2021, they created this virtual race that zips through DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Columbus, Michigan, and more. Could we be seeing something like this for real sometime soon? Fingers crossed.
James Caan has passed away
James Caan, best known for his role as Sonny Corleone, passed away on July 6 at age 82.
Photo courtesy of Getty Images.
The Blackhawks released their 2022-2023 schedule
It might not a be a Stanley Cup run kind of season, but we’ll still go support our Hawks! Here’s the 2022-2023 game schedule. They’ll start off in Denver facing the Stanley Cup winners…
Photo credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports
Do They Belong To The Streets?
Does she belong to the streets? She only has guy friends…
Am I The Jerk?!
Here’s this week’s jerk… but is he? He only buys food for his own kid…
Bizarre facts that sound fake…
Here are some bizarre facts that sound fake, but they’re completely true baby! Pay attention, especially to the one about gas… it’s practically a public service announcement. You’re welcome!
Best ‘Dad Hack’ of all time!
Playing with kids is a tiring thing! Here’s a great hack to play with your kids AND take a load off. Spending time together is so important! This dad needs a medal.
Twitter had some great suggestions for what to do with a Soldier Field dome
The city of Chicago suggested a dome on Soldier Field. The cost could be $400 million to $1.5 billion! The reason – ‘to make it more attractive to potential users.’ The dome would lower seating capacity making it the smallest and the oldest. Twitter had some opinions…
Clerks III trailer is here!
Silent Bob, Jay, and Dante are back for some nostalgia. Kevin Smith made a ‘Clerks III’ and anyone who is a fan of the first one will definitely need to watch this! Here’s the trailer for the 3rd edition of the 90’s classic…
You don’t have to go to Red Rocks to see The Black Keys — the show will come to YOU, streamed
The Black Keys will be playing Red Rocks shortly — and you can stream this once in a lifetime show right to your device.
Nugs.net will be giving you a chance to check out the show July 13th — but only if you are a subscriber, naturally. But it beats airfare, hotel, and tickets!
And speaking of unique performances:
Can’t wait to check out The Black Keys in the Lounge! If you haven’t won your way in, keep an eye on our social media accounts to see how we can bring the show to YOU!
Here’s how you can help the victims of the Highland Park shooting
USA Today has compiled a list of verified GoFundMe’s to help the victims of the Highland Park shooting.
The hub is regularly updated as new fundraisers are verified by the organization, according to spokesperson Monica Corbett.
As of Tuesday, the following had been verified:
- Medical bills for the Kolpack & Joyce Family
- Nicolas Toledo
- Alan Castillo
- Irina and Kevin McCarthy
- Lilli Carrasco
- Victims of the Highland Park July 4th Shooting
- Highland Park, IL Parade Shooting Victims Fund
The City of Highland Park has a number of community vigils planned for this week.
The National Alliance of Mental Illness offers a free, 24/7 hotline for anyone who needs to speak about the events that have unfolded in our community at 833-626-4244.
The inventor of the cell phone wants you to do this!
Martin Cooper is 92 years old, and spends only 5% of his day on his phone. Why is this important? He invented the first cell phone! He urges people to ‘get a life.’ A recent survey found that millennials will spend four or more hours a day on their phones. This has been leading a small percentage of the younger generations to pick a ‘dumb phone’ the original smaller cell phones that only… make calls?!
Billie Eilish returns to TikTok with a sweet duet
Sheridan Coldstream is a professional vocal coach, who has posts of him playing popular songs on the piano and encouraging TikTokers to sing along. When he chose “Listen Before I Go” by Eilish, he never imagined that she would respond to it. He said it was the greatest compliment that he could ever receive.
The White Sox made triple play history…
The White Sox made triple play history in a bad way against the Twins. The triple play was the 730th in MLB history but it was historic because it marked the first time that a center fielder and third baseman had combined to record all three outs on a triple play in that order. The first 8-5 triple play, ever. Doesn’t make the Sox feel good. It appears that Moncada got a bad read. He never hesitated while running from first to second, then cue the Benny Hill music… watch!
A dirty dad joke you’re sure to love…
Watch this Dad’s reaction to a dirty joke about a chicken farm… Feel free to use it today, but only in certain company!
What we learned about the Highland Park shooting on July 5th
This morning we learned new details about the tragedy that occurred in Highland Park on July 4. Per WGN, “The gunman accused of fatally shooting seven and wounding over 30 people at a Highland Park Fourth of July parade wore a disguise and blended into the crowd he fired upon before he fled the scene and was eventually caught by police.”
Police said he had planned the attack for weeks and on Monday, was able to access the roof of a business near the parade route and fired over 70 rounds into a panicking crowd.
The death toll has unfortunately risen to 7 at the time of publishing, as well as over 30 other parade-goers who received hospital treatment.
We are learning more about the victims throughout the day. The New York Times has an ongoing list of confirmed lives lost and their impacts on the community.
The National Alliance of Mental Illness offers a free, 24/7 hotline for anyone who needs to speak about the events that have unfolded in our community at 833-626-4244.
Here’s how you can help Highland Park’s Toledo family
Xochil Toledo, the grandson of Nicolas Toledo, who tragically lost his life in the Highland Park Parade shooting, has created a GoFundMe in his grandfather’s name. Xochil wrote,
My grandfather Nicolas Toledo father of 8 and grandfather to many left us this morning July 4th, what was suppose to be a fun family day turned into a horrific nightmare for us all. Not only was Nicolas a loving man , creative , adventurous and funny. As a family we are broken , and numb . Our condolences go out to all the other families who lost a love one today. But today Nicolas is our guardian angel. We ask you please keep our family and all the families of this horrible tragic in your prayers and stay strong as a community.
I love you abuelito . Descansa en paz.
God is our refuge and strength, and ever present help in trouble.
❤️Psalm 46:1
The link to donate can be found here.
Counseling is available today in Highland Park
From 9a-2p, Highland Park High School will be offering counseling with no appointments necessary. The Vine Ave entrance will be open, all that is needed is a valid student ID or driver’s license to enter the building.
Highland Park High School is located at 433 Vine Ave in Highland Park.
A full list of ways to help those affected by the Highland Park tragedy has been compiled by the Chicago Sun-Times.
