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Illinois couple replaces lawn with native plants; wildlife flourishes after five years

In Highland Park, Illinois, Crystal Fritz and James Reed McGuire transformed their conventional lawn into a wildlife-friendly native garden over five years. Their quarter-acre property now features more than 130 native plant species, attracting foxes, bats, butterflies and over 100 bird species. Their efforts have also inspired neighbours to reconsider…

The Times of India · Oct 23

Texas megachurch sued by its governing body who claim leaders changed the bylaws without telling congregants

The changes eliminated the traditional role of the church’s charge conference, taking away members’ ability to elect leadership, approve budgets or vote on future institutional affiliations

The Independent UK · Aug 12

Dallas’ Highland Park votes to leave Texas’ second-largest public transit system

Voters in Highland Park chose to leave Dallas Area Rapid Transit amid complaints that the transit service isn’t worth the cost.

The Texas Tribune · May 3

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The LA chefs and shops delivering food to immigrants scared to go out: ‘I know how to feed people’

After Ice’s infiltration of LA, the community is rallying to provide essentials for survival for those forced to stay home

The Guardian - US · Aug 25, 2025

Highland Park parade shooter Robert Crimo III signed ‘Donald Trump’ on his guilty plea

Crimo killed seven people and injured nearly 50 more when he attacked a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois

The Independent UK · Mar 6, 2025

Man Pleads Guilty To Mass Shooting At Independence Day Parade

The trial of Robert Crimo III for a mass shooting at a 2022 Independence Day parade in Highland Park, where he faces multiple charges, begins amidst commun...

Man pleads guilty to murder in shooting at suburban Chicago July 4 parade

The man accused of opening fire at an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago has pleaded guilty to murder and attempted murder moments ahead of opening arguments for his trial

The Independent UK · Mar 3, 2025

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Trial Begins For Accused Highland Park Parade Shooter

Trial of Robert Crimo III for a 2022 mass shooting at an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago, facing multiple charges. Community deeply affected, s...

Family of great-grandfather gunned down in Highland Park sues Smith & Wesson over his horrific death

‘The defendants made a few hundred dollars selling the Shooter his M&P 15. It cost the Uvaldo family everything,’ the complaint states

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2024

Mom says life of paralyzed Fourth of July parade shooting victim is 'shattered' 2 years later

Suburban Chicago mom Keely Roberts counts the days, not years, since a deadly shooting at an Independence Day parade in 2022 injured her and left one of her twin boys paralyzed from the waist down

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2024

Accused Highland Park Shooter May Change Plea In Court

Learn about the legal proceedings and aftermath of a tragic mass shooting during a Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois.

Illinois man accused in mass shooting at Fourth of July parade expected to change not-guilty plea

A man accused of killing seven people and injuring dozens more at a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago in 2022 is expected to change his initial plea of not guilty

The Independent UK · Jun 26, 2024

Mama Shoes transforms tragedy into glory, reviving Highland Park community

Discover the inspiring story of Mama Shoes, a mother who turned tragedy into triumph by transforming a neglected neighborhood into the thriving community o...

Trial of Alleged Fourth of July Shooter Postponed for Evidence Review

The trial of a man accused of a deadly shooting at a Fourth of July parade in Illinois is postponed after his lawyer requests more time for evidence review.

Highland Park massacre suspect postpones trial date

Robert Crimo III, accused of killing seven people at a Fourth of July parade in 2022, had invoked his right to a speedy trial last month after dismissing his lawyers and a jury trial was set for Feb. 26. That date was scrapped in court Wednesday, with Crimo consenting.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 27, 2023

Father of Highland Park massacre suspect files for bankruptcy

Robert Crimo Jr. faces mounting legal costs since the 2022 Fourth of July parade shooting in which prosecutors say his son fired an assault rifle from a rooftop, killing seven people and wounding 48 more.

The Guardian - US · Dec 15, 2023

US supreme court refuses to overturn Illinois assault weapons ban

Law was passed following Highland Park shooting in 2022, and has been challenged by gun shops and gun rights groups

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 13, 2023

Highland Park parade massacre suspect’s father released from jail early for good behavior

Robert Crimo Jr. served about half of his 60-day sentence for misdemeanor reckless conduct.

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The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023

Highland Park shooting suspect to represent himself at murder trial

Seven people were killed and dozens more wounded in mass shooting at 2022 Fourth of July parade in Illinois

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 11, 2023

Afternoon Edition: 3 chefs continue pursuit of dreams thanks to grant

Plus: Highland Park massacre suspect to represent himself, the first hot tub boat riders and more.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 1, 2023

Woman charged in fatal hit-and-run of bicyclist in Highland Park

Melanie Haas, 41, is charged with leaving the scene of a fatal accident. Maureen Wener, 49, was struck and killed while biking June 2.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 6, 2023

Afternoon Edition: Living in Chicago’s most violent neighborhood

Plus: Dad of Highland Park shooting suspect takes plea deal; Cubs fire manager and more.

The Independent UK · Nov 6, 2023

Highland Park mass shooting suspect’s father takes plea deal after July 4th massacre

Crimo must surrender any weapons he currently owns and his firearms licence

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 6, 2023

Father of Highland Park parade shooting suspect pleads guilty to reckless conduct, gets 60 days in jail

The plea deal requires Robert Crimo Jr. to serve 24 months of probation, 100 hours of community service and surrender his weapons.

WEKU · Nov 6, 2023

The father of a mass shooting suspect stands trial for helping him get a gun license

Robert Crimo Jr. is charged with seven counts of reckless conduct — one for each person his son, Robert Crimo III, is accused of killing in Highland Park, Ill., on Independence Day last year.

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