Christine Flores

Chicago

News Reporter at WGN-TV (Chicago, IL)

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Driver shot on DLSD near Playpen during road rage dispute: Police

3 days ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores

CHICAGO (WGN) — A driver on North DuSable Lake Shore Drive was shot midday Tuesday near the Playpen in an apparent road rage dispute. The victim, a 32-year-old man, told authorities he was southbound near the 700 block of North DuSable Lake Shore Drive around 11:30 a.m. and had a conflict with the driver of a black Jaguar SUV. The male driver of the SUV pulled alongside the victim and opened fire, hitting the victim in the elbow, police said.
Chicago kicks off Pride Month with powerful brunch event

5 days ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores |Ashlyn Wright

CHICAGO — Pride Month in Chicago kicked off Sunday with a brunch hosted by Equality Illinois. The event celebrated the LGBTQ+ community and advocated for equality. “At a very critical moment in our world’s history, it’s good to know that the fight for justice, the fight for our humanity, still lives on in the soul of this city,” Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said.
Weekend Break: Bunker Hills Farms

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores |Gabriel Castillo

CHICAGO — A private resort in the northwest suburbs could be the perfect getaway for those looking for a break from city life. Bunker Hill Farms, located in Woodstock, is a private luxury resort that offers guests 450 acres of lakes, prairies, gardens and wildlife. Play VideoWeekend Break: Bunker Hill Farms - WGN News at 8PlaySeek to live, currently behind liveLIVEFullscreenNo compatible source was found for this media. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.
South Chicago marks Memorial Day with tribute to fallen Vietnam veterans

1 week ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores |Ashlyn Wright

CHICAGO (WGN) — A wreath laying procession and taps played on a trumpet were part of the annual Memorial Day ceremony at the Vietnam Memorial Wall in South Chicago. The annual event, held at 91st Street and Brandon Avenue, brings the veteran community and neighborhood together. It began with a ceremony wrapped around the intention of raising funds for a beloved mural honoring 12 Mexican American veterans who were killed in the Vietnam war.
Chicago area food pantries brace for SNAP funding cuts

2 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores

Posted: May 22, 2025 / 06:36 PM CDT Updated: May 22, 2025 / 06:36 PM CDT CHICAGO (WGN) — With the passing of President Donald Trump’s major budget bill, which includes an estimated $300 million cut to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as “SNAP,” local food pantries told WGN News that they are bracing for the impact.
Chicago area food pantries brace for SNAP funding cuts

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Christine Flores

CHICAGO (WGN) — With the passing of President Donald Trump’s major budget bill, which includes an estimated $300 million cut to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as “SNAP,” local food pantries told WGN News that they are bracing for the impact. The U.S. House of Representatives’ passing of the bill dubbed “big” and “beautiful” means the need for resources will rise, said John Dumas, administrative director with the Share Food, Share Love food pantry in Brookfield.
Compelling images, video: Rare dust storm blankets Chicagoland

2 weeks ago | ourquadcities.com | Christine Flores |Bill Snyder

CHICAGO (WGN) — Friday’s sunny afternoon turned dark as the sun was temporarily blocked out by a rare dust storm that blanketed Chicagoland. A combination of low relative humidity, very dry conditions and strong winds exceeding 50 mph created a wall of dust which lowered visibility to less than a half of mile. Video from the WGN Weather Bug Camera Network shows a wall of dust passing through KankakeeThe dust storm in New Lenox, Illinois.
Compelling images, video: Rare dust storm blankets Chicagoland

3 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Bill Snyder |Christine Flores

CHICAGO (WGN) — Friday’s sunny afternoon turned dark as the sun was temporarily blocked out by a rare dust storm that blanketed Chicagoland. Play VideoViews of Chicago area dust stormPlaySeek to live, currently behind liveLIVEFullscreenNo compatible source was found for this media. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window.
Mental health issues alleged in golf course crash as victim remains in ICU with brain bleeds

3 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores |Alonzo Small

CHICAGO (WGN) — A man accused of driving erratically on a golf course and striking a 70-year-old man will remain behind bars following a court appearance on Thursday. Tory Gardner, 30, of Cicero, faces one felony count of aggravated battery to a senior citizen with great bodily harm and unlawful use of a weapon following the Monday, May 12, incident at Billy Caldwell Golf Course.
Weekend Break: Stolen Saddle in Wrigleyville

3 weeks ago | wgntv.com | Christine Flores

Posted: May 11, 2025 / 02:00 PM CDT Updated: May 11, 2025 / 05:43 PM CDT CHICAGO (WGN) — Stolen Saddle is a place where sports, country music and dancing all come together. Christine Flores takes you to Wrigleyville’s newest country music bar, where you can grab your hat and boots and have a good time on the city’s North Side.