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Civil asset forfeiture is a problem in Cook County

It’s pretty obvious that civil asset forfeiture, whether federal or local, is an unethical, flawed system that violates due process and harms our already marginalized neighbors. It’s time to end it, one advocate writes.

Chicago Sun-Times

3 teens wounded in West Garfield Park shooting

Two 17-year-old girls and a 19-year-old man were standing on a front porch in the 3800 block of West Gladys Avenue when someone in a sedan fired shots shortly before midnight Monday, according to Chicago police.

Chicago Sun-Times

Editorial: Former Chicago IG Joe Ferguson sounds the alarm on police reform. He’s right to do so

The needless, tragic murder of Laquan McDonald, a Black teen, by a white Chicago police officer in 2014 put the city’s Police Department, and the need to reform it, in the national spotlight. McDonald’s death was a driving force behind the federally mandated consent decree that requires the Chicago Police…

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Commentary: DACA allowed me to pursue my dreams. We must continue to fight for its survival

I was a Dreamer for many years, and this month marks the 11th anniversary of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. I want to honor all of the young people like me who were given the opportunity to pursue their dreams thanks to this program and assure you that…

Chicago Tribune

Bruce Bochy moving Josh Jung in Rangers’ lineup paid off, but is it permanent?

CHICAGO – In the swirling sargassum that is modern-day lineup construction, the Rangers have been a veritable bay of tranquility. Among the fewest lineups in the AL. The top four spots in the lineup have been carved in stone.

Tribune News Service

Pullman Juneteenth celebration looks to the past, present and future

At the Paint the Hood Orange gathering, community members reflect on the history of enslaved Americans, the violence in Chicago and constructive paths forward.

Chicago Sun-Times

New Chicago monuments will honor police torture victims, labor leader Mother Jones and gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, among others

CHICAGO — The city of Chicago will spend $6.8 million in grant money on eight new monuments, including a memorial for police torture victims, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Monday.

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Canada’s inaugural National Day Against Gun Violence promotes prevention and healing

This month, the Canadian federal government publicly announced the first National Day Against Gun Violence, to be held annually on the first Friday of June. Simultaneously, Ontario was also the first province to take action moving towards recognition of a gun violence awareness day. These declarations represent a significant step…

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Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry staff vote to unionize

Staff at the Museum of Science and Industry have voted to unionize, becoming the latest group of Chicago museum workers to choose representation with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees.

Chicago Tribune

Monument to victims of Chicago Police Department torture receives private funding

A grant from the Mellon Foundation will pay for several new monuments, including one to survivors of former Cmdr. Jon Burge and his infamous ‘Midnight Crew.’

Chicago Sun-Times

Winners and losers following the Bears 2023 offseason

As we await the arrival of training camp, here are some of our winners and losers following the Bears offseason.

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Chicago migrant arrivals: Mayor Brandon Johnson aims to resettle asylum-seekers from shelters, but it won’t be immediate

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s administration is turning its focus to resettling asylum-seekers amid an ongoing humanitarian crisis that’s seen thousands of new arrivals since last August.

Chicago Tribune

Bulls expected to sign Nikola Vucevic for roughly 3 years, $65 million

According to recent reports, the Chicago Bulls are likely to re-sign Nikola Vucevic for a deal worth roughly $65 million over three years.

USA Today Sports Media Group

‘The Bear’ again dishes up compelling characters, moving moments in Season 2

Brilliant series on Hulu makes terrific use of Chicago as Carmy and crew continue their restaurant reboot.

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Body in a suitcase, Bonnie and Clyde fantasy and baby born in Bali prison: The chilling case of Heather Mack

As Chicago woman Heather Mack is facing sentencing for the murder of her socialite mother Sheila von Weise-Mack at a 5-star Bali resort in 2014, America remains horrified by the case involving a Bonnie and Clyde fantasy, a body stuffed in a suitcase and a baby born behind bars. Rachel…

Chicago Sun-Times

New stadium call gets tougher for Chicago Bears, and Soldier Field is back in the mix

While Naperville and other towns enter the picture, it really comes down to Arlington Heights versus Soldier Field, with one gaining momentum.

Chicago Sun-Times

Migrant soccer team trains for local ‘Refugee World Cup’

The squad is made up of asylum seekers staying at a South Side shelter. They will play in a tournament against other refugees from around the world who now call Chicago home.

Chicago Tribune

Dana Evans and Marina Mabrey are building a key backcourt connection for Chicago Sky: ‘It relieves pressure for both of us’

The Chicago Sky faced an important test Thursday: Can this new-look roster withstand the absence of Kahleah Copper?

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Step right up: Workers in this new gelato shop perform circus acts as they serve up vegan scoops

CHICAGO — Red and white pinstripes line the walls, as multicolored balloons hover above the group of magicians, contortionists and jugglers hard at work. Sticky fingers and faces wander about with sugar-fueled smiles, parents in tow.

Daily Mirror

Love Island's Jessie Wynter rushed to hospital during US trip as fans worried by photo

Jessie Wynter's American holiday with boyfriend Will Young took an unexpected turn over the weekend, as the former Love Island star found herself ending a stay in Chicago in a hospital

Chicago Sun-Times

Sky attribute fourth consecutive loss to familiar energy issues

“We’ve lost seven straight and won a championship the same year. We don’t turn on each other in Chicago,” coach/general manager James Wade said.

Tribune News Service

'We have to be better': Pirates wrap 0-6 road trip with another frustrating loss in Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — The Pirates added more prospects than wins to their collective ledger on this road trip, which included series sweeps in Chicago and Milwaukee.

The Independent UK

At least 6 killed, dozens injured in weekend shootings across US

At least six people are dead and dozens injured in a string of weekend violence and mass shootings across the U.S. The shootings — in Chicago, Washington state, Pennsylvania, St. Louis, Southern California and Baltimore — follow a surge of violence over the past several years that experts say accelerated…

Tribune News Service

Orioles overcome miscues in field, on base to beat Cubs, 6-3, avoid sweep

CHICAGO — The Orioles have avoided being swept this season by frequently managing to capitalize on their opponents’ mistakes. On Sunday, they had to overcome their own to dodge a third straight loss to the Chicago Cubs.

USA Today Sports Media Group

D’Angelo Russell makes for intriguing trade option for Bulls

As the Chicago Bulls ponder their options this summer, D’Angelo Russell could be an intriguing trade target.

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