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52nd Annual Fiesta Del Sol Festival
Above view of the Fiesta Del Sol festival. Chicago always has something to offer for every season of the year. Every year there’s discussion among the inhabitants of the Windy City, as to which is the best season to experience Chicago. Summer is usually the top pick to really experience Chicago, the ability to walk around the city and really take in the environment of the surrounding neighborhoods. Summertime is the best – taking in the inviting aromas of backyard grills of the neighborhood and seeing what the people of the city are cooking up. There is an annual event in a neighborhood that’s located in the heart of Chicago, it really captures the summer spirit of Chicago and everyone under the sun is welcome.
Durbin requests federal help for students hurt by recent college closings
Illinois U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin is asking the federal government to help students left in the lurch by the abrupt closings of two Chicago-area colleges this month. In a letter Friday to the U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, Durbin asked that the feds “take immediate action to assist students” of Northwestern College and the American Academy of Art College. Both schools closed in early July, citing financial struggles.
Activists call on Chicago Police Department to reopen investigation into officers with extremist ties
CHICAGO (CBS) — Activists Saturday demanded the Chicago Police Department reopen its investigation into officers with ties to known extremist groups. "We are the people, and we are the ones who employ the police," said Grace Patino with the Chicago Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression. We pay for their salaries. We pay for their overtime. And we pay for the misconduct cases. We have a right and a responsibility to stand up and say that Oath Keeper cops aren't welcome here." An internal affairs investigation found eight officers with connections to right-wing extremist groups like the Oath Keepers.However, according to Inspector General Deborah Witzburg, investigators only interviewed those officers themselves. They did not take additional steps or document whether their association with the group discredited their department.
Spark Glows for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Steve Stryker and Andréa Schwartz; Dina and Rick Lieber, and Laura Schwartz. Spark, the dazzlingly successful annual event recently raised more than $4.3 million for Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, proving once again the incandescent power and hope of this great Chicago institution. Ranked Number One for 33 years in a row by the US News and World Report, it is the choice of patients from around the world for acute rehabilitation and its mission to treat the whole patient, both physically and mentally.
Angel Reese had a double-double during the WNBA All-Star Game because of course she did
Of course, Angel Reese had a double-double at the WNBA All-Star. Of course, she did. Well, I’ll be. Caitlin Clark called it. Angel Reese, in fact, did grab the most rebounds. I mean, I didn’t doubt she would. But to see it happen live — against Team USA — was something special. Angel also added 12 points to that amazing effort — including a dope bounce pass from Caitlin that led to a bucket — and honestly, we love that for her. The girl’s motor is just relentless, and to see her shine Saturday was awesome.
Cam’ron Makes Interesting Pick For Which City Has The Best Lyricists
Cam’ron says Chicago and Louisiana have the best lyricists. Cam’ron says Chicago and Louisiana are the two best cities for lyricism when it comes to hip-hop. He shared his take during the latest episode of It Is What It Is with Mase. In doing so, he showed love to several artists including Lil Wayne, Eminem, and more.
Chicago shootings: At least 10 shot in weekend gun violence across city, police say
At least 10 people have been shot in shootings across Chicago so far this weekend, police said.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFour teenage boys were wounded in two separate shootings Saturday less than an hour apart on the South Side.About 3:30 p.m., two boys, ages 14 and 15, were in the 8200 block of East 82nd Street in the South Chicago neighborhood when they both suffered gunshot wounds to the back, Chicago police said.Around 4:15 p.m., two boys, ages 15 and 17, were near a sidewalk in the 7000 block of South Vincennes Avenue in Grand...
Roscoe Village Burger Festival wrapping up 17th annual event; Taste of River North also concludes Sunday
CHICAGO — Two big Chicago food festivals conclude their weekend runs Sunday. The Roscoe Village Burger Festival runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 2000 West Belmont Avenue, while Taste of River North also runs from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Wells Street, between Ontario and Chicago. Both events should also be blessed […]
Green Hills Library collecting back-to-school supplies
It may still be summer but the Green Hills Public Library District is preparing students for their return to the classroom. The library, 10331 Interlochen Dr., Palos Hills, is hosting a Back-to-School Collection Drive from now until Friday, August 9. “One of my biggest goals as a librarian has always...
Man attacked and carjacked Uber driver, prosecutors say
Chicago police detectives were able to identify the man who attacked and carjacked an Uber driver because he ordered the rideshare on an account linked to his driver’s license, officials said. Judge Caroline Glennon-Goodman rejected a state detention petition and sent Juan Salgado, 38, home on an ankle monitor.
Thanks, mom! Woman is charged with violent CTA attack after her mother recognizes her in Chicago police bulletin
CHICAGO — An 18-year-old woman turned herself in to Chicago police after her own mother recognized her as one of the people who attacked and robbed a man on the Orange Line downtown. Tamia Washington is the fifth person, but the first adult, to be charged with the robbery, which occurred around 11 p.m. on July 8.
West Side businesses targeted in burglary string
CHICAGO — Authorities are searching for a group of individuals responsible for a string of burglaries at businesses on the city’s West Side. Chicago police say three burglaries unfolded at businesses in Austin and Garfield Park between June 27 and July 17. According to police, during each burglary, a group of up to five individuals, […]
Chicago launches summer safety campaign to address opioid crisis in 5 neighborhoods
The city of Chicago has created a new campaign to combat the opioid epidemic in five West Side neighborhoods after seeing a surge in overdoses. Outreach workers hit the streets on Saturday morning, going from door to door in Austin on a mission to help save a life. “We’ve had...
Cavaliers Guard Max Strus pays it forward through annual basketball camp
A little more than a decade ago, Max Strus was roaming the halls of Stagg High School in Palos Hills. Despite only receiving one Division I scholarship offer, Strus had big dreams for his future. “High schools always have career planner classes and all those things, and professional athlete was...
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