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R. Kelly convicted on child pornography charges at federal trial in Chicago; acquitted of conspiring to obstruct justice

CHICAGO — In a split verdict after a hotly contested trial, a federal jury in Chicago on Wednesday convicted disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly on child pornography charges for videotaping himself sexually abusing his then-14-year-old goddaughter decades ago.

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The Mix: Cool things to do in Chicago, Sept. 15-21

“Anastasia,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” the Chicago House Music Festival and Conference, and Chicago SummerDance Celebration are among the cool things to see and do in the week ahead.

Chicago Sun-Times

R. Kelly convicted on child pornography charges at federal trial in Chicago

CHICAGO — A federal jury in Chicago on Wednesday convicted disgraced R&B singer R. Kelly on child pornography charges for making videotapes of himself sexually abusing his then-14-year-old goddaughter decades ago.

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R. Kelly is convicted of child pornography

A federal jury convicted R. Kelly of several child pornography charges in his hometown of Chicago, delivering another legal blow to a singer who used to be one of the biggest R&B stars in the world.

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How the freight rail strike would impact US commuters

Several U.S. cities are bracing for travel disruptions as a looming strike against freight railroads threatens ripple effects on passenger service from Washington to Chicago and Los Angeles.

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R. Kelly verdict: Singer guilty in federal trial in Chicago, bringing closure to decadeslong legal saga

It took 11 hours for jurors in the R&B star’s trial to reach their decision, finding Kelly guilty on six of 13 counts.

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Bailey visits South Side mass shooting scene: ‘It breaks my heart ... to see what’s happening across Chicago’

“Those affected by the senseless shootings in Washington Park, Garfield Park and the families of the more than 500 people ... killed in Chicago this year — I want you to know that I am fighting to end this bloodshed,” the Illinois GOP candidate for governor said. But dozens of…

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8 takeaways from NASCAR’s 2023 schedule with (some) big changes and new tracks

Check out NASCAR's newly released 2023 Cup Series schedule.

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Rail worker strike looms for Metra, not everyone’s excited for Riot Fest and more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

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‘What is the plan?’ McDonald’s CEO asks about city’s crime problem

The company is adding 100 jobs to its West Loop headquarters, but the city’s crime is making recruiting talent difficult, McDonald’s President and CEO Chris Kempczinski said Wednesday.

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City Council member wants crackdown on motorcycle clubs wreaking havoc

At a Budget Committee meeting on Wednesday, Ald. Pat Dowell pressured Motoworks owner Johnny Scheff to include in his motorcycle curriculum a review of Chicago’s rules of the road, as well as ordinances that prohibit them from causing chaos.

Chicago Sun-Times

Jurors ask first questions as they continue deliberating in R. Kelly federal trial

CHICAGO — Jurors returned to the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse on Wednesday morning to continue deliberations in the trial of R. Kelly, and within the first hour of their discussions they had already sent the judge three specific questions.

Chicago Tribune

Illinois governor signing disaster declaration, calls up National Guard to assist with migrants bused from Texas

CHICAGO — Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is signing a disaster proclamation to secure resources for the asylum-seekers bused to Illinois from Texas and has deployed 75 National Guard members to assist with the logistics of receiving the migrants, he announced Wednesday.

Chicago Tribune

EXCLUSIVE: Despite Recent Market Pressures, Cannabis REITs Are Growing Like Weeds. Several Industry Execs Explain Why

Cannabis REITs are growing like weeds amid an uncertain regulatory landscape. Several cannabis execs talked about the advantages of the REIT structure Wednesday at Benzinga's Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago.

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International street art festival ‘Meeting of Styles’ returns

Over the course of the three-day festival, there will be music, food, arts and crafts vendors, and of course, street artists decorating viaducts under the Chicago Skyway.

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After experiencing ‘ghost’ buses firsthand, mayoral challenger Kam Buckner unveils transportation plan

Buckner wants to improve service, add dedicated bus lanes and possibly a new Metra line.

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Kathryn ‘WandaVision’ Hahn, ‘Empire of Light’ and others at Chicago International Film Festival

CHICAGO — Starting with a Southport Avenue block party (food trucks!) for the Oct. 12 opening night, this year’s Chicago International Film Festival is handing out awards to, among others, Kathryn Hahn of “WandaVision,” soon to headline her own late 2023 Disney+ spinoff “Agatha: Coven of Chaos.”

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Illinois governor signs disaster declaration, calls up National Guard to assist with migrants bused from Texas

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Man charged with fatal Loop stabbing last week

Anthony Rawls and another man approached Michael Byrnes, 41, in the 400 block of South LaSalle Street and tried to take his belongings, Chicago police say.

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Metra cancels some Thursday night service as possible freight railroad worker strike looms

In anticipation of a freight railroad workers’ strike that would immediately suspend travel on four of its lines, Metra said it has been forced to limit service on some of those lines Thursday evening.

Benzinga

EXCLUSIVE: Village Farm's CEO Predicts 'A Lot Of Scorched Earth' In The Canadian Cannabis Market In The Next 3 Quarters

Village Farms International Inc (NASDAQ: VFF) CEO Michael Degiglio discussed the difficult Canadian Cannabis market and the opportunities it may create at the Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago on Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Marissa Lynn Ford named new executive director of League of Chicago Theatres

Ford arrives at the League from her most recent post as associate managing director of the Goodman Theatre.

Benzinga

EXCLUSIVE: Curaleaf Founder Boris Jordan Says Cannabis Drinks Will Be 50% Of The Industry

The future success of the cannabis industry is directly tied to decriminalization and regulation. That's among the topics being discussed at the 2022 Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference in Chicago.

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R. Kelly timeline: Shining star to convicted sex trafficker

R&B superstar R. Kelly’s musical accomplishments have long been shadowed by allegations that he sexually abused women and children

Chicago Tribune

2 dead, 7 injured in park shooting, Chicago police say

CHICAGO — Two people were killed and seven others injured in a shooting Tuesday night in Washington Park, according to Chicago police.

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