Garfield Ridge residents expressed fear and frustration Sunday night after a shooting Friday night in the 7000 block of West Archer Avenue killed one person and injured two. Residents and Chicago activists held a press conference Sunday night outside the former Halina’s Pub at 7023 W. Archer and called for the tavern’s permanent closure and […]
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Bridgeview man faces felony charges in carjacking, armed robbery spree
Two men were charged Thursday with multiple felonies after a series of armed robberies and a carjacking in Chicago, authorities said. James Robinson, 21, of the 100 block of East 119th Street in Chicago, and Damian Macias, 21, of the 8800 block of South Harlem Avenue in Bridgeview, were arrested by the Citywide Vehicular Hijacking […]
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New ordinance requires rooftop safety measures for firefighters
A new ordinance, spearheaded by Ald. Marty Quinn (13th), will take effect on Jan. 1, 2025, mandating rooftop safety measures to protect firefighters. In the event of a fire, light shafts, light courts, and skylights present grave danger to firefighters. These openings often lack guards or parapets, preventing firefighters from falling. The new ordinance requires […]
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Community, officials rally for new Southwest Side police district
Neighborhood residents and local officials supporting the division of the Chicago Lawn (8th) District came out in force for a rally Saturday outside the former National Guard Armory at Midway Airport, which they hope will house a new police station. Police directed traffic as large crowds crossed 63rd Street to attend the 11 a.m. gathering […]
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Local aldermen rip mayor over ShotSpotter cancellation
After the Chicago City Council passed an ordinance giving Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling the authority to extend ShotSpotter technology, Mayor Brandon Johnson’s February 2024 promise to turn off the monitors set up a battle with a majority of aldermen. Three Southwest Side aldermen spoke to the Greater Southwest News-Herald about why ShotSpotter technology should […]
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Man killed when Gage Park argument turns deadly
One man died and another was badly injured after an argument September 20 led to a shooting in Gage Park. Chicago police said just before 8:15 p.m., a 42-year-old man and a 33-year-old man got into an argument when one of them pulled out a gun. A struggle for the gun then ensued, and both […]
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Life in prison for Ella French killer
The man convicted of killing Chicago Police Officer Ella French three years ago was sentenced last week to life in prison without the possibility of parole. In March, Emonte Morgan was found guilty of shooting and killing French and injuring Officer Carols Yanez Jr. after a traffic stop in 2021. Cook County Criminal Court Judge […]
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New mural brightens 67th Street viaduct
The viaduct at 67th Street and Central Park Avenue now has beautiful new murals. The murals cover all four corners of the intersection with dazzling displays of nature themes. There are colorful birds, flowers, butterflies, a very large caterpillar and a white rabbit reminiscent of “Alice in Wonderland.” The works of art, which were made with special outdoor paint, […]
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Robbers hitting Chicago Lawn
. From staff reports Police are warning the public about a robbery crew working the south end of Chicago Lawn. Crimes scenes include: At least one of the crimes was a carjacking, although police declined to offer details. The bandits were described as black men ages 20-30, from 5-foot-5 to 5-foot-11, 130 to 200 pounds, […]
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Moving scammers out there, BBB warns
. By Better Business Bureau staff . Moving is always a stressful project. Throw in the threat of a moving scam, and things get even worse. Before hiring a moving company, careful research is necessary to avoid falling victim to a moving scam. These scams run the gamut from missing items, massive price hikes and […]