Diane Pathieu

2 weeks ago | abc7chicago.com | Diane Pathieu

ByDiane PathieuWednesday, May 21, 2025 11:57AMABC7 honors Asian American and Pacific Islander Month and we are highlighting a popular new bakery. Umaga Bakehouse is called "the Filipino bakery reimagined" and for good reason. We are celebrating bold moves, rich traditions, and the flavors that bring communities together. We're stepping into Umaga Bakehouse on Chicago's Northwest Side-a modern Filipino bakery born from a dream, a risk, and a deep love for heritage.

1 month ago | abc7chicago.com | Diane Pathieu

COOK COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) -- Chopper 7 was over the scene as crews battled a blaze on Tuesday morning on the Tri-State Tollway. A worker truck caught fire on the northbound lanes of I-294 near North Avenue and the I-290 area. Chopper 7 was over the scene at about 6:30 a.m. showing as crews arrived and battled the fire. The fire was out by 6:45 a.m.The fire was in the construction zone, meaning no lanes were impacted for the morning rush. Illinois State Police said no injuries were reported.

1 month ago | abc7chicago.com | Diane Pathieu

Police investigation in Northbrook impacting morning commuteThursday, May 1, 2025 11:35AMA police investigation shut down a main road in the north suburbs on Thursday morning. NORTHBROOK, Ill. (WLS) -- A police investigation shut down a main road in the north suburbs on Thursday morning. ABC7's cameras captured as police closed Shermer Road south of Willow Road in Northbrook. Police have not confirmed any information regarding the investigation.

1 month ago | abc7chicago.com | Diane Pathieu

LAKE COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) -- A semi hauling pipes crashed in the north suburbs on Friday, causing major traffic delays in the area. The crash happened on the northbound IL-Route 53 exit ramp to westbound Lake Cook Road. CHICAGO TRAFFIC | See LIVE drive timesChopper 7 was over the scene at about 6 a.m.Video shows most of the large blue pipes scattered in the ditch next to the road. It appeared that Lake County officials allowed the roadway to open, however, traffic was already backed up.

2 months ago | abc7chicago.com | Diane Pathieu

DUPAGE COUNTY, Ill. (WLS) -- A fiery crash caused some delays in the west suburbs on Thursday morning. The crash happened on the eastbound lanes of I-290 near St. Charles Road near Elmhurst. Chopper 7 captured as a gray car was lodged under a semi at about 6:55 a.m.So far, police have yet to release any information. It is unknown if anybody was injured in the crash. Two lanes were closed as crews worked to clear the scene. SEE ALSO | Semi hanging off bridge impacts traffic near Addison, video shows