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.
Car-jitsu is a real thing! Watch!
Car-jitsu is the goofy sport only practiced… in cars. Jiu-jitsu is meant to be done in gyms on matts to keep people safe. Not car-jitsu, all bets are off with this! It was invented by Vikentiy Mikheev, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu and Judo black belt and a professional mixed martial arts fighter, car-jitsu gets practitioners to subdue their opponent in the small confines of a car. Watch!
Joey Chestnut gets 15 wins for Nathans Hot Dog Eating Contest
There is nothing more American than Nathan’s Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest. Their super star, Joey Chestnut just snagged his 15th win ever…on crutches! “I’m not eating with my legs he said.” Joey didn’t say exactly how he hurt his legs just that it was an everyday break. He downed 63 dogs this time!
Everything you need to know about the Highland Park shooting
Just before 7:00 o’clock this evening, authorities arrested the man believed to be behind the Highland Park 4th of July Parade shooting. Robert E. Crimo III was taken into custody during a traffic stop in the Lake Forest area. The gunman opened fire and is responsible for the deaths of six adults at this time. Another 31 parade goers have been hospitalized with injuries.
Police believe the shooter, who was apprehended later Monday, climbed onto a rooftop of a business and opened fire on the parade about 20 minutes after it started.
On July 5, counseling is available at Highland Park High School from 9:00a-2:00p. No appointment is necessary. A valid driver’s license or student ID need to be shown to enter the school.
Q101 is devastated by another senseless tragedy in our own community. The Chicago Sun-Times has put together a list of resources that can be used to aid those affected by the violence.
7.3.2022 History Of Alternative
Hour 1
- Screaming Trees – Nearly Lost You
- The Cure – Close To Me
- Jane’s Addiction – Been Caught Stealing
- Peter Schilling – Major Tom (Coming Home)
- Muse – Starlight
- Butthole Surfers – Pepper
- Talking Heads – Once In A Lifetime
- Bjork – Human Behaviour
- Weezer – Undone (The Sweater Song)
- Psychedelic Furs – The Ghost In You
- Alanis Morissette – Ironic
- Hard-Fi – Hard To Beat
- Bad Religion – Infected
Hour 2
- Paul Westerberg – Waiting For Somebody
- Beck – Girl
- Red Hot Chili Peppers – Love Rollercoaster
- Flesh For Lulu – I Go Crazy
- Gnarls Barkley – Crazy
- Hole – Malibu
- Depeche Mode – Never Let Me Down Again
- Cake – Never There
- The Darkness – I Believe In A Thing Called Love
- Foo Fighters – This Is A Call
- Blondie – Hanging On The Telephone
- Green Day – Jesus Of Suburbia
- Foals – My Number
- Blink 182 – What’s My Age Again?
Hour 3
- Violent Femmes – American Music
- Incubus – Talk Shows On Mute
- Alice In Chains – Would?
- INXS – This Time
- No Doubt – Excuse Me Mr.
- Soup Dragons – I’m Free
- The Smiths – How Soon Is Now?
- The Interrupters – She’s Kerosene
- Smashing Pumpkins – Drown
- Dramarama – Anything, Anything
- Buffalo Tom – Sodajerk
- The Killers – When You Were Young
Hour 4
- White Stripes – Hotel Yorba
- Spacehog – In The Meantime
- Nine Inch Nails – Head Like A Hole
- The Breeders – Divine Hammer
- The Offspring – Gotta Get Away
- Matisyahu – King Without A Crown
- The Pretenders – Middle Of The Road
- The Prodigy – Breathe
- Pearl Jam – State Of Love And Trust
- Kim Wilde – Kids In America
- New Radicals – You Get What You Give
- X – 4th Of July
Alanis pays homage to Hawkins at London show.
Alanis Morissette recognized her former bandmate, the late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins, during her performance of “Ironic” at the O2 Arena in London last week.
Hawkins played in her band during the Jagged Little Pill tour before joining the Foo Fighters in 1997.
Alanis among the artists playing the Taylor Hawkins tribute show scheduled for September 27 at the Kia Forum in LA.
What is that mystery sound?!
And the mystery sound IS… THIS!
People Are Getting “Bladder Botox?!”
It’s real. There’s a doctor in NY that has been giving people “bladder botox” to stop them from having to use the bathroom frequently. It works well for women and men. With men, the procedure is called “prostate artery embolization.” It shrinks the prostate, so it doesn’t push against the bladder so much. This particular doctor has seen a 25% increase in the procedure this spring. He attributes it to people wanting to go on long road trips and not be embarrassed. Would you try it???
Best MLB catch of the year? The Brewers Jonathan Davis gives it all
The best catch of the year in the MLB so far HAS to go to Jonathan Davis from the Brewers. Watch him give his all to make the play! Even if it means sacrificing your body completely…. don’t worry he was OK after this…
Best 10 ball match ever? Watch this hustler sink every single one like it’s nothing!
Best 10 ball Match Ever? Watch pro Shane Van Boening not even give his opponent a chance! What a hustler!
© JASON BEAN/RGJ / USA TODAY NETWORK
The person you had a crush on growing up vs the person you ended up with…
You were either Team Edward or Team Jacob after watching Twilight. Interestingly enough, Taylor Lautner’s fiance did the challenge of showing who she had a crush on vs who she ended up with and you won’t believe whose team she was on first… sorry Taylor!
Tax relief coming for Illinois
Governor JB Pritzker just signed the fiscal year 2023 budget into law, providing $1.8 billion in tax relief to the working families of Illinois.
“The fiscal year 2023 budget provides historic funding for education, human services, law enforcement and violence prevention. It prioritizes fiscal responsibility, funding pensions at $500 million more than required, repaying the state’s remaining outstanding debts, and putting $1 billion in the Budget Stabilization Fund, also known as the “rainy day” fund, for unforeseen emergencies.”
$1.83 BILLION IN TAX RELIEF FOR FAMILIES
• Suspends the tax on groceries for one year – saving consumers $400 million
• Freezes the motor fuel tax for six months – saving consumers $70 million
• Provides $520 million for a one-time property tax rebate – 5% of property taxes paid, up to $300 per household
• Permanently expands the earned income tax credit from 18 to 20 percent of the federal credit while expanding the number of households covered – putting $100 million per year back into the pockets of working families who need it most
• Provides $685 million for direct rebate checks to working families
o $50 per individual
o $100 per dependent, up to three children per family
- Income limits: $200,000 for individuals and $400,000 for joint filers
• Provides families with a “Back to School” sales tax holiday on clothing and school supplies for a week in August and doubles tax credit for teachers who buy classroom supplies – saving $50 million
More from the Illinois.gov press release HERE.
Mystery sound for Black Keys…
You heard it on Brian, Ali, and Justin- the mystery sound! Here it is!
Do They Belong To The Streets?
Does he belong to the streets?! He broke up with a girl because she didn’t do this…
“I broke things off with a chick for not putting out after the 3rd date. Do I belong to the streets or am I justified?”
