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80 years after Port Chicago explosion, relatives celebrate exoneration of Black sailors
In the East Bay, there was a commemoration of bravery and sacrifice.On Saturday the community gathered for the 80th anniversary of the Port Chicago disaster. It killed 320 sailors, many of whom were Black.The event comes days after the Navy exonerated more than 200 sailors who were wrongfully convicted after the explosion.A painful chapter in Bay Area history was remembered on Suisun Bay. More than 300 sailors were killed after 4,600 tons of ammunition exploded on a munitions pier. Many survivors, most of them Black, would later face criminal charges.RELATED: Navy exonerates 256 Black sailors unjustly punished in 1944 after...
Montez Sweat says Bears' rising youngster is 'waiting to blow up' and it will make the defense elite if he does
Most people are waiting to see what Caleb Williams can do for the Chicago Bears and rightfully so. The kid has a shot to be what the team has never had: A true franchise quarterback.But, when talking about the short-term, specifically the 2024 season, it's the Bears defense that could become the ...
Rihanna's Savage X Fenty's opens in Chicago suburb
Rihanna's Savage X Fenty has opened its first Illinois store in Orland Park.Why it matters: Savage X Fenty apparel has been lauded for celebrating all shapes and sizes, but Chicago shoppers were only able to purchase online until now.Driving the news: The 3,600-square-foot store opened Friday in Orland Square Mall, one of six new U.S. stores the company plans to open in 2024. Line at new Savage x Fenty store. Photo: Moyo Adeolu/AxiosWhat they're saying: "What we've learned is that more and more people want to touch, try and buy. They don't want to go online, and I think this...
Chicago’s Noble Schools CEO Constance Jones stepping down after six years
Sign up for Chalkbeat Chicago’s free daily newsletter to keep up with the latest education news.The head of Chicago’s largest high school charter network is stepping down after six years on the job.Noble Schools CEO Constance Jones announced in an email to staff and families that she will “pass the torch to a new leader” and work with the network’s board and an outside consultant to find a new CEO.In a statement, Jones said she is focused on the start of the school year and plans on staying and overlapping with the new CEO “for several months to support a...
Chicago's Clybourn Corridor and Fulton Market to See Over 1,000 New Apartments After Plan Commission Approval
The fabric of Chicago's Clybourn Corridor and Fulton Market is set for a significant transformation as the Chicago Plan Commission approves the construction of over a thousand apartments, with two substantial development projects taking center stage. In a unanimous decision, high-rise residential buildings will soon rise in these bustling neighborhoods.
European Company Chooses Chicago for U.S. Expansion
In this week’s edition of Business Pulse, we spotlight the compelling decisions that make Chicagoland a top destination for corporate investment. For the past 11 years, the Chicagoland region has been recognized as a Top Metro for Corporate Investment, a testament to its strength as a prime hub for business growth and development.
CHGO Bulls Podcast: Matas Buzelis struggles, DJ Steward shines in Bulls Summer League win vs Hawks
The CHGO Bulls crew break the Chicago Bulls 103-99 overtime win over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night, improving their NBA Summer League record to 2-2. 11th overall pick Matas Buzelis struggled offensively, scoring 9 points on 4-17 shooting. Buzelis was impactful on defense however, picking up 5 steals and a block. DJ Steward picked up the slack for the Bulls, scoring 37 points and dropping 7 assists. Should the Bulls front office sign Steward to a two-way contract before a different team steals him away? PLUS: our exclusive interview with Matas from our trip out to Las Vegas. Will and Big Dave talked to the rookie about gaming, being drafted to his hometown team, Chicago eats, music and more!
Pate falls in Western Amateur semifinals
Macy Pate of Winston-Salem advanced to the semifinals of the Women’s Western Amateur at Onwentsia Club in Lake Forest, Illinois, on Friday afternoon before dropping a 2-up decision to Elise Lee of Irvine, California. Pate, a rising sophomore at Wake Forest, beat Alice Hodge 2-up in Friday morning’s quarterfinals,...
White Sox make flurry of moves ahead of their first game after All-Star break
The White Sox announced a flurry of roster moves ahead of their return to the field versus the Royals on Friday. The team called up Brooks Baldwin, Chuckie Robinson and Steven Wilson. They placed Michael Soroka on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder strain. And they designated Martín Maldonado for assignment, which was first reported by Ken Rosenthal on Wednesday.
Celebrating 75 Years, Chicago’s Wooten Choral Ensemble Has Come a Mighty Long Way
Confined for more than a year to a Chicago sanitarium, Robert Wooten rued his fate. The Morgan Park High School student had demonstrated an aptitude for music at a young age. He even formed a gospel group called the Morgan Park Crusaders. Life was definitely looking up for him. Then he contracted tuberculosis. Now his only connection with music was when choral groups performed for the patients. Some days he wondered if he’d make it out of the sanitarium alive.
Will County Rejects Non-Sanctuary Status Amid Immigration Policy Debates, Chicago Allocates $70M for Migrant Support
In a firm stand for the values of inclusivity and diversity, the Will County Board voted against a resolution that would have declared the county a non-sanctuary area. With a predominantly party-line vote where 11 Democrats stood against and eight Republicans in favor, the decision highlighted the ideological divide apparent within the county's political landscape, according to the Chicago Tribune. During the contentious debate, community members voiced their opposition to the resolution, emphasizing that such demarcations are perceived as anti-immigrant and contrary to the county’s ethos of welcome.
Chicago mayor defends shutdown of homeless site
(The Center Square) – The mayor of Chicago says his administration did not close a prominent homeless site in the city because of the upcoming Democratic National Convention. Chicago Department of Family and Support Services Commissioner Brandie Knazze said earlier this month that the City acted proactively by closing the encampment near the Dan Ryan Expressway and Roosevelt Road. Mayor Brandon Johnson said the site was not closed because of...
Former MLB star has choice words for umpire
Major League Baseball umpiring continues to be a source of frustration for MLB players and managers. It’s also a source of frustration for announcers and analysts. That was certainly the case on Friday. After the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Chicago Cubs 5-2 at Wrigley Field, former Cub Jon Lester expressed some frustration on Marquee Sports Read more... The post Jon Lester: ‘There’s no real repercussions for umpires’ appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Illinois Officials Question Alton Mine Collapse and Future Safety Plans
The collapse of a mine on June 26, 2024, in Gordon Moore Park, Alton, Illinois, has alarmed local officials and residents. The falling apart resulted in a large sinkhole in the park’s soccer fields. With dimensions nearly 200 feet wide and 50 feet deep, the hole kept growing after several rains disrupted sports events and camps scheduled for the summer.
Galesburg girl wins Li’l Miss Illinois pageant
There she is, Li’l Miss Illinois. That person is Kynleigh Fox of Galesburg, who was recently named Li’l Miss Illinois 2024 through the Miss Illinois Youth Program. Fox, daughter of Stacy Dunham, took part in the pageant recently as Li’l Miss Knox County. Fox recently turned 9 years old and will be a fourth grader at Galesburg Christian School. Among the activities she was required to take part included a talent – she danced – and an interview. Fox aced it as she was named Overall Top Interview.
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