Local organizations are focusing on those areas in an effort to work directly with those most impacted in an effort to stop cycles of violence
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Chicago Community Groups Look to Build Support Systems as Part of Violence Reduction Efforts
Mar 11, 2024 | Emily Soto
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Mar 11, 2024 | WTTW News
A WTTW News Safer City special: Why Chicago sees more homicides than other major cities. And the local organizations working to prevent that crime in their communities.
As Homicides Drop Nationwide, Chicago Lags Behind Other Major Cities. Why?
Mar 11, 2024 | Andrea Guthmann
Crime overall is falling nationwide. But when it comes to homicides, Chicago’s numbers are not declining as quickly as the two largest cities in the nation — New York and Los Angeles.
2 More Cases of Measles Confirmed in Pilsen Shelter, Bringing Total to 4: Chicago Health Officials
Mar 11, 2024 | Heather Cherone
Since the first confirmed case of measles was diagnosed in a shelter resident on Friday, approximately 900 residents have been vaccinated, officials said.
Real Estate Groups Ask Illinois Supreme Court to Invalidate Ballot Measure That Would Hike Taxes on Sales of Million-Dollar Properties
Mar 11, 2024 | Heather Cherone
A coalition of the real estate and development groups asked the Illinois Supreme Court to reverse an appellate court ruling that overturned a decision by Cook County Judge Kathleen Burke that blocked the Chicago Board of Elections from counting votes for and against the proposal, known as Bring Chicago Home.
3 Children and 2 Adults Die After School Bus Collides With Semi in Western Illinois, Authorities Say
Mar 11, 2024 | Associated Press
Five people, including three children, were killed in western Illinois when a school bus and semitruck collided on a highway Monday, authorities said.
With 2 Vacant Seats, Ethics Board Cancels Meeting, Leaving Case Against Conyears-Ervin in Limbo Before Election
Mar 11, 2024 | Heather Cherone
The cancelation of the meeting leaves the pending probe against City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin up in the air, four months after the Ethics Board ratified the determination that she fired two city employees after they warned her she was violating the city’s government ethics ordinance by using city resources to host a prayer service.
The Solar Eclipse Is a Month Away, But the Time to Get Your Viewing Glasses — and Smartphone Filters — Is NOW
Mar 11, 2024 | Patty Wetli
If you've been sleeping on the North American total solar eclipse of 2024, it's time to start paying attention. The big event — on April 8 — is fast approaching and folks who haven't prepared could find themselves left out in the dark.
Reports: Bears Planning to Spend $2B on New Domed Stadium in Chicago
Mar 11, 2024 | Matt Masterson
Several news organizations on Monday morning reported that the team has backed off possible plans to build a stadium in suburban Arlington Heights and will instead now provide private funding for a new publicly owned stadium in Chicago.
US Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder and Rape in Attack on 2 Recent U. of I. Graduates in Germany
Mar 11, 2024 | Associated Press
An American man was convicted of murder and other charges on Monday for brutally attacking two American women near Germany’s famed Neuschwanstein castle last summer and pushing them into a ravine, fatally injuring one of them. He was sentenced to life in prison.
1 Person Killed, 12 Wounded in Weekend Shootings Across Chicago: Police
Mar 11, 2024 | Matt Masterson
According to the Chicago Police Department, 13 people were shot in 13 separate incidents between 6 p.m. Friday and 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
WTTW News Explains: Why Does Chicago Dye the River Green for St. Patrick’s Day?
Mar 11, 2024 | Eunice Alpasan
There’s no more iconic Chicago St. Patrick’s Day tradition than dyeing the Chicago River green.
‘Oppenheimer’ Crowned Best Picture at an Academy Awards Shadowed by War
Mar 10, 2024 | Associated Press
After passing over arguably Hollywood’s foremost big-screen auteur for years, the Oscars made up for lost time by heaping seven awards on Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster biopic, including best actor for Cillian Murphy, best supporting actor for Robert Downey Jr. and best director for Nolan.
2nd Case of Measles Confirmed in Pilsen Shelter, Chicago Health Officials Announce
Mar 10, 2024 | Heather Cherone
A team from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is on its way to Chicago to assist the Chicago Department of Public Health respond to the apparent measles outbreak, Chicago health officials said.
Week in Review: Lawmakers Approve Hybrid Elected School Board; Measles Reported at Migrant Shelter
Mar 8, 2024 | Blair Paddock
State lawmakers overwhelmingly approve a hybrid elected school board for Chicago. More trouble at an embattled migrant shelter in Pilsen. And the race for Cook County state’s attorney heats up.
Illinois Man Accused of Firing Gun From Scaffolding During Jan. 6 Capitol Riot Arrested
Mar 8, 2024 | Associated Press
John Banuelos, 39, of Summit, Illinois, was captured on camera footage scaling the scaffolding that had been put up for the inaugural stage and waving the crowd toward him. He pulled what appeared to be a gun from his waistband and fired two shots into the air, prosecutors said.
Interim President Among 15 Chicagoans Nominated to Serve on Permanent CPD Oversight Board
Mar 8, 2024 | Heather Cherone
Mayor Brandon Johnson faces an April 7 deadline to pick seven members to serve on the Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability.
Sundays on State to Return This Summer; Loop Alliance Seeking Artists and Organizations for the Free Block Party
Mar 8, 2024 | Angel Idowu
Everyone’s favorite downtown block party is back. Chicago Loop Alliance organizes Sundays on State with the goal of cultivating community and amplifying art and culture within the Loop.
Expect Delays: Next Phase of Kennedy Expressway Construction to Begin Monday — With Reversible Express Lanes Closing Until Fall
Mar 8, 2024 | Eunice Alpasan
The construction is part of the second phase of a three-year, $150 million project to rehab the I-90/I-94 Kennedy Expressway from the I-94 Edens Expressway junction to Ohio Street.
New James Bond Exhibit at Museum of Science and Industry Will Leave 007 Fans Shaken AND Stirred
Mar 8, 2024 | Marc Vitali
Two large galleries showcase tricked-out vehicles, artifacts and gadgets from 25 films in the series, along with movie clips that set the scene.
Illinois Underfunds Public Universities by $1.4B, State Commission Says
Mar 8, 2024 | Cole Longcor — Capitol News Illinois
A state commission found that dedicating an added $100-135 million annually to public universities would allow Illinois to bridge the funding gap in 10-15 years.
Bill That Could Make TikTok Unavailable in the US Advances Quickly in the House
Mar 8, 2024 | Associated Press
Some lawmakers and critics of TikTok have argued the Chinese government could force the company to share data on American users. TikTok says it has never done that and wouldn’t do so if asked. The U.S. government also hasn’t provided evidence of that happening.
Young Writers Showcase Skills at Rooted & Radical Poetry Festival
Mar 8, 2024 | Angel Idowu
Young Chicago Authors is encouraging Chicago’s youth to engage in storytelling to express themselves with poetry and performance.
Feds Recover $1.4M Allegedly Tied to Cryptocurrency Fraud Scam
Mar 8, 2024 | Matt Masterson
The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Chicago announced it seized approximately $1.4 million of cryptocurrency, which will be now returned to people who lost their money through an alleged fraud scheme.
Police Union President Backs O’Neill Burke for Cook County State’s Attorney in Democratic Primary
Mar 8, 2024 | Heather Cherone
Eileen O’Neill Burke rejected the endorsement of the city’s largest police union in a statement to WTTW News. “We still want our members to vote for her,” Fraternal Order of Police President John Catanzara said.
It’s Time to Spring Forward, and Schedule a Nap for Sunday
Mar 8, 2024 | Patty Wetli
Daylight saving time officially arrives at 2 a.m. Sunday.