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‘This appears to be completely random': 6 dead, 2 dozen shot during Fourth of July parade in Chicago suburb

CHICAGO — More than two dozen people were injured in a “random” mass shooting in Highland Park on Monday morning, at least six of them fatally shot, about 15 minutes into the northern suburb’s Fourth of July parade, according to police and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

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Where is Highland Park, Illinois?

The suburb where a mass shooter opened fire during a Fourth of July parade Monday is roughly 25 miles outside Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘This isn’t freedom’: Fourth of July shooting rocks Chicago and shocks US

Leaders and activists demand change after shooter targets Highland Park parade celebrating Independence Day

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Fourth of July parades, festivities in other suburbs canceled after Highland Park mass shooting

Evanston, Skokie, Deerfield, Glencoe, Winnetka and Morton Grove were among those canceling Independence Day festivities.

Chicago Sun-Times

Suspect Captured in Shooting at July 4 Parade in Chicago’s Highland Park Suburb

Police announced they had captured a suspect in a shooting on Monday that killed six people and wounded more than 36 when a man with a high-powered rifle opened fire from a rooftop at a Fourth of July parade in the Chicago suburb of Highland Park. Police confirmed they captured…

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‘It was chaotic’: Reports of 5 dead, 16 others shot during Fourth of July parade in Chicago suburb

CHICAGO — More than a dozen people were shot in Highland Park Monday morning, at least five of them fatally, about 10 minutes into the northern suburb’s Fourth of July parade, according to police and witnesses. The shooter had not been caught as of Monday afternoon and the area around…

Chicago Tribune

‘It was chaotic’: Reports of 1 dead, 8 others shot during Fourth of July parade in Chicago suburb

CHICAGO — Multiple people reportedly were shot Monday morning, at least one fatally, about 10 minutes into the northern suburb’s Fourth of July parade, according to witnesses and published reports.

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Six victims dead and 24 hospitalised in mass shooting at July 4 parade in Illinois with gunman still at large

The shooting unfolded around 10 minutes after the Highland Park Fourth of July parade kicked off at 10am on Monday morning

The Independent UK

In comeback, Sudo wins women's title at July 4 hot dog race

Record-holder Miki Sudo has won the women’s title at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest after skipping last year’s frank fest because she was pregnant

The Independent UK

Horror on the Fourth: Suspect in custody after 6 killed, dozens wounded at Highland Park Fourth of July parade

Robert E. “Bobby” Crimo III, 22, was “taken into custody without incident” on U.S. 41 at Westleigh Road in Lake Forest after being spotted by North Chicago police.

Chicago Sun-Times

Fourth of July 2023: Which three US presidents died on Independence Day?

US celebrates the signing of the Declaration of Independence and remembers the Founding Fathers who made it possible

The Independent UK

Chicago sees worst air quality of the year on Fourth of July

Last year on Independence Day, Chicago reached a level of air pollution four times the hourly average of a normal summer day. “By 10:30 at night, it’s just a hazy fog and smoke everywhere that you can see,” one resident said.

Chicago Sun-Times

From one July Fourth to the next, a steep slide for Biden

President Joe Biden is set to mark his second Fourth of July since taking office, and he's finding a far different political atmosphere today than a year ago

The Independent UK

Fourth of July fireworks canceled and delayed due to worker shortage

The fireworks industry was hit hard during the pandemic, and now they are struggling to meet demand for their biggest day of the year.

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Fourth of July parties will cost more this year but you can save with a bit of math

Hosting a July 4th barbeque is 11 percent more expensive than last year, thanks to inflation. The prices of chicken wings, ground beef and beer have all skyrocketed. Still, there are ways to save.

Tribune News Service

How to keep your pets calm and safe during Fourth of July fireworks shows

Fireworks shows are a summer staple, especially on and around the Fourth of July, but they can also be a source of anxiety for pets and their owners.

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Some cities cancel Fourth of July fireworks because of shortages and fire concerns

Some major fireworks displays are canceled again this year — some over wildfire concerns amid dry weather and others because of enduring pandemic-related staffing and supply chain issues.

The Conversation

Yes, fireworks prices are skyrocketing, but there should be plenty of bottle rockets and sparklers for you and your family this Fourth of July

If you’re looking forward to shooting off bottle rockets and Roman candles this Fourth of July, I’ve got good news and bad news.

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