Eight people face charges following incidents across the Southwest Side, including lewd conduct, drug possession, weapons violations, and assault.
Category: Chicago – West Lawn
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Illinois steps in where feds won’t: Pritzker signs relief bill for storm-damaged homes
Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation Friday authorizing direct state payments to Southwest Side residents and others whose homes were damaged by recent storms and tornadoes
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Back to School events herald return to classes for CPS students: Peggy Zabicki
Chicago Public Schools will be back in session on August 24. We are now shopping for school supplies, which can be expensive.
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Robbers target Southwest Side businesses
Chicago police are warning Southwest Side businesses to be vigilant as they investigate two robberies and a late-night break-in in the past week.
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A century of sweet tradition Original Rainbow Cone celebrates 100 years in Beverly
Original Rainbow Cone celebrates 100 years in Beverly with special events, sweet traditions, customer memories and a century of Chicago ice cream history.
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National Night Out set for West Lawn Park: Peggy Zabicki
I hope everyone can attend the 42nd annual National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 4, starting at 5:30 p.m. The 8th District Police will be hosting this popular summer event at West Lawn Park, 4233 W. 65th Street. There will be train rides for the kiddies from 4-5:30 p.m., a Peace March at 6:30 p.m., and a […]
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4 teens killed when pickup flies off overpass and crashes into box car
Three victims were pronounced dead at the scene, police said. A fourth victim died after she was transported to an area hospital in critical condition.
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Chicago artist creates healing chalk art for cancer survivors
City of Hope Cancer Center’s “Artistic Expressions of Hope” initiative invited eight Chicago artists to create works honoring the strength and resilience of those impacted by cancer.
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Fun things to do and a farewell to Alderman Marty Quinn: Peggy Zabicki
Rain or shine. Summer is here. The warmth of the sun feels wonderful. Summer means picnics, shorts, sandals, sitting outside sipping lemonade, enjoying watermelon, homegrown tomatoes, and neighborhood block parties. Savor summer. The great writer Ray Bradbury said in his book “Dandelion Wine”: “Hold summer in your hand, pour summer in a glass.” Enjoy some […]
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Young Musicians Bring Jazz to Life at Saint Xavier University Summer Jazz Camp
Saint Xavier University’s Summer Jazz Camp brought 50 young musicians together for a week of learning, performance and celebrating the art of jazz.