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New Evidence Found in Murder of Chicago Postal Worker (video)
Chicago police found a burned-out Dodge Durango in the 8900 block of South Fulton Avenue. The discovery was made in connection with the ongoing investigation into the murder of a postal worker, who was killed while delivering mail in West Pullman. Details of the Incident. The victim, identified as Redman,...
Trio charged with murder of Chicago firefighter, related financial crimes
CHICAGO - Two men have been charged with the murder of a Chicago firefighter who died while battling a multi-alarm fire that they allegedly started intentionally in April 2023 in the West Pullman neighborhood. Martez Cristler, 22, and Nicholas Virgil, 37, allegedly set a home on fire on April 4,...
4 suspects allegedly discharged chemical irritant then battered and robbed victim at Red Line station
CHICAGO - Chicago police are searching for four suspects who allegedly battered and robbed a victim at a CTA Red Line station last week. At about 12:20 a.m. on July 19, the four suspects allegedly approached a victim at the Red Line Morse stop in the 1300 block of West Morse Avenue and discharged a chemical irritant.
Copper Theft Shuts Down Two Popular Beverly Businesses (video)
Two popular businesses in Beverly, Chicago, recently closed their doors after thieves targeted their air conditioning units. The thefts occurred two weeks ago, causing significant damage and financial loss. Ice Cream Shop Severely Impacted. A well-known ice cream shop, which has been operating for six years, suffered extensive damage when...
Cinema-Men! On-Air Film Review of Powell & Pressburger Doc
CHICAGO – Patrick McDonald of HollywoodChicago.com appears on “The Morning Mess” with Scott Thompson on WBGR-FM (Monroe, Wisconsin) on July 25th, reviewing “Made in England: The Films of Powell & Pressburger,” in theaters beginning July 26th, and will be playing throughout August in select markets.
Aaliyah Chavez impresses LSU and South Carolina, others make headlines at Nike Tournament of Champions
The Nike Tournament of Champions has been a the meeting ground for elite coaches to get further acquainted with talented prospects. Although Chicago's McCormick Place was filled to the brim with college-ready, high school standouts, there were a few players who shined brighter than the other stars. Let's take a...
Sonya Massey autopsy report confirms death from gunshot to head
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — An autopsy report released Friday in the shooting death of Sonya Massey, the Illinois woman shot by a deputy after she called for help, confirms she died of a bullet to the head. The autopsy released by Sangamon County Coroner Jim Allmon indicates the bullet hit Massey beneath her left eye and […]
Two Chicago Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Mail Theft Using Stolen Postal Service Arrow Keys
Source: Administrative Office of the United States Courts, District of Illinois. Two Chicago men have been handed federal prison sentences for their roles in a scheme, involving stolen U.S. Postal Service arrow keys, to pilfer mail and packages from city residents. 44-year-old Thaddeus J. Harper and 39-year-old Joseph T. Solomon found themselves at the mercy of the judicial system earlier this week after their exploits were unraveled by an investigation coined "Operation Broken Arrow."
Chicago Businesses Ramp Up Security as Coordinated Burglaries Strike Shakespear and Town Hall Districts
Businesses in the 14th and 19th Districts of Chicago are on high alert after a series of burglaries targeted local shops in the early hours of July 24th, 2024. According to a recent business alert issued by the Chicago Police Department, an organized group of individuals, described as four male offenders dressed in black hooded sweatshirts, gloves, and face masks, shattered business entrances using a hammer to commit their crimes.
Extremely Local News: Chicago restaurant, Amici, featured on TikTok
Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Bob Sirott to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on:. Former South Works Site Could Become Quantum Computing Campus By 2027, Officials Say: The former steel mill was picked to host a multibillion-dollar quantum development park anchored by Silicon Valley startup PsiQuantum, which pledges 150 jobs. Neighbors want to ensure they benefit from the massive project.
In ‘Little Carl,’ West Side Theater Company Addresses Gun Violence Epidemic
NORTH LAWNDALE — On Chicago’s West Side, a surrealist, intergenerational theater contends with what it means to lose a loved one to gun violence in “Little Carl,” an original play by puppetry artisan Michael Montenegro. Produced by Theatre Y, a North Lawndale arts incubator, the show...
Smash Jibarito Opens In West Town’s Desert Hawk Bar
WEST TOWN — A pop-up restaurant known for combining smash burgers and jibaritos is now serving its unique creations in a West Town Bar. Smash Jibaritos set up shop last week at Desert Hawk, 2049 W. Division St. Jibaritos — sandwiches invented at a Puerto Rican restaurant in Humboldt...
Free Jazz For World Peace Comes To South Shore Community Garden Saturday
SOUTH SHORE — Creating and maintaining peace is like improvising music: You want to bring your unique perspectives and personality to the table, while leaving room for others to do the same. That’s the message behind this weekend’s Free Jazz for World Peace concert, which is 6:30 p.m. Saturday...
CPD seek man in violent robbery on CTA Red Line at 47th Street
CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago police are searching for the suspect in a violent robbery on a CTA train earlier this month. It happened on the Red Line train at 47th St. on July 14, around 9:53 p.m. Police said the suspect approached the victim while riding the train and became irate. That's when he struck the victim with a pair of pliers, cutting them, and then began strangling the victim. The robber then took the victim's cell phone. The victim was able to get off the train at 47th Street and notified CTA staff, who then contacted the police. Surveillance cameras captured the suspect, who was said to be between 30-35 years old, and was wearing a red baseball cap with a white Bulls jersey and light blue pants at the time of the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bureau of Detectives – Mass Transit at 312-745-4447.
Thieves break into 6 Chicago businesses in 45 minutes, steal cash registers: police
CHICAGO - The same group of thieves burglarized six businesses in under an hour in Bucktown, Wicker Park and Lake View on Thursday. In each incident, the offenders used a hammer to break the front or side glass door of a business and gained entry, police said. Once inside, the offenders stole cash, cash registers or cash boxes before leaving the business.
Lula Cafe Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Dinner Series Helmed By Top Chicago Chefs
LOGAN SQUARE — Beloved restaurant Lula Cafe is going big for its 25th anniversary celebration. Chef and owner Jason Hammel will host 25 Chicago chefs for a series of ticketed dinners on the five nights leading up to Lula Cafe’s milestone anniversary next month. The 25 For 25...
Taylor Swift Cover Band Headed to Chicago this August
Are you ready for it? While it might not be the real deal Taylor Swift, a Swiftie still loves to jam out to their favorite Taylor tunes. Summer is the perfect time to grab your friends and head to see your favorite band or artist live in concert. For so...
CPS Won’t Guarantee Busing For General Education Students This Year – But Is Piloting New Strategies
CHICAGO — Chicago Public Schools won’t guarantee busing for general education students next school year, but officials are trying two new strategies to help more kids get to school. Those strategies, officials said Thursday, include plans to adjust bell times at 36 district schools and piloting a program...
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