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From Church Band to Strawberry Moon: Chicago’s Lester Rey’s Musical Evolution
The Pilsen musician unveils his personal and professional journey. The post From Church Band to Strawberry Moon: Chicago’s Lester Rey’s Musical Evolution appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Chicago Cops Accused of Domestic Violence are Rarely Disciplined
Advocates say the lack of accountability has a chilling effect on survivors’ willingness to report abuse. The post Chicago Cops Accused of Domestic Violence are Rarely Disciplined appeared first on South Side Weekly.
‘Para Los Darks’: The Event Production Curating Events for Alternative Latinos
Mictlan Productions cultivate safe spaces for the “filthy” and underground music world. The post ‘Para Los Darks’: The Event Production Curating Events for Alternative Latinos appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Larry Snelling Was Implicated in ’97 Corruption Scheme
The mayor’s pick to lead CPD allegedly was one of four officers who threatened to frame a man if he didn’t get them a gun. The post Larry Snelling Was Implicated in ’97 Corruption Scheme appeared first on South Side Weekly.
South Side UPS Workers Demand More Amid Contract Evaluations
Some part-time UPS workers express reservations about the tentative contract terms amidst Teamsters’ celebration of historic wins. The post South Side UPS Workers Demand More Amid Contract Evaluations appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Stacy Davis Gates on Mayor Johnson, Elected School Board, Asylum Seekers, and More
The CTU president sat down with the Weekly ahead of the first day of school . The post Stacy Davis Gates on Mayor Johnson, Elected School Board, Asylum Seekers, and More appeared first on South Side Weekly.
Migrants relocated before classes resume
Migrants relocated before classes resume As City Colleges prepare to return to classes for the fall, more than 500 migrants who were temporarily housed in college gymnasiums and common areas as a way to relieve pressure on police stations were relocated. In the first week of August, migrants were bused from Daley and Wright colleges […] The post Migrants relocated before classes resume appeared first on South Side Weekly.
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