Rob Elgas

May 24, 2024 | abc7chicago.com | Rob Elgas

CHICAGO (WLS) -- A Chicagoan is sharing the story of his mental health journey in a unique way. For the past two years, Andre Jones has lived at a home run by Envision Unlimited, which provides care for people with intellectual, developmental and psychiatric disabilities. Jones is now the author of a coloring book, titled "Colorful Memoirs: A Journey Through Andre's Life." Proceeds from the sale of the book help Envision's mission.

May 23, 2024 | abc7chicago.com | Rob Elgas

CHICAGO (WLS) -- "Don't Die High."That is the message of a new campaign from the Chicago Methamphetamine Task Force. It's a message specifically directed toward Black gay, bisexual and same-gender loving men. Dr. Keith Green, co-chair of the task force and the Executive Director of the Chicago Black Gay Men's Caucus, joined ABC7 Thursday to talk about the campaign.

May 22, 2024 | abc7chicago.com | Rob Elgas

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Mercury Cruises is about to kick off its 89th season on the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, and this year it is offering a whole new kind of tour. The Mercury Cruises season starts this Friday. Captain Alejandro Rodriguez joined ABC7 on Wednesday to talk about the boating experience. New this year is the "Creepy Cruise." It starts after dark. Rodriguez about the offerings and what makes Mercury unique. He also spoke about his experience as a captain.

May 10, 2024 | abc7chicago.com | Rob Elgas

WEATHER ALERTFlood WarningWATCH LIVEWelcome, Manage MyDisney AccountLog OutByABC7 Chicago Digital TeamFriday, May 10, 2024 4:30PMLOCKPORT TOWNSHIP, Ill. (WLS) -- The wife of a man accused in a hate crime shooting in the south suburbs is now under investigation too. The Cook County Sheriff's Office said she is a correctional sergeant at the Cook County Jail. She has been de-deputized while authorities look into the case.

Mar 29, 2024 | abc7chicago.com | Rob Elgas

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Eileen O'Neill Burke has defeated Clayton Harris III in the Democratic primary race for Cook County state's attorney, the Associated Press reported Friday afternoon. O'Neill Burke released a statement on Friday afternoon:"It was worth the wait. I am so honored to be the Democratic nominee for Cook County State's Attorney. I'd like to congratulate Clayton Harris on a hard-fought campaign.