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Exonerated after 42 years in prison, two cousins look forward to fresh start in 2024

David Ayala and James Soto, wrongfully convicted of a 1981 double slaying in McKinley Park, get new suits from Project Gentlemen Image & Grooming Studio in Bridgeport.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 27, 2023

Cousins who served longest wrongful conviction sentence in state history exonerated after 42 years in prison

James Soto, 62, and David Ayala, 60, were released Thursday night after a judge vacated their convictions. They were serving life sentences in the 1981 shooting deaths of a Marine and a teen girl in McKinley Park, and were 20 and 18 when they were wrongfully charged.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 15, 2023

MAT Asphalt to pay $1.2 million after McKinley Park neighbor’s lawsuit over odor

Eligible residents must file a claim in January for money from the court settlement.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 14, 2023

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‘Terrorized’ resident calls for city to stop McKinley Park street takeovers: ‘I hate that this has become a reality.’

Since April, Hoyne Avenue and 32nd Street near the Stevenson Expressway has been the scene of weekly racing stunts. Neighbors are tired of the disruption.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 12, 2023

Man hit by car, then shot in McKinley Park parking lot

The driver of a blue sedan struck him about 12:40 a.m. before an occupant of the car began shooting at the man.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 2, 2023

The Edgar haircut is one more thing kids, parents disagree on

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 30, 2023

Lightfoot appoints Cardenas’ former chief of staff to replace him as 12th Ward alderperson

Attorney Anabel Abarca, a McKinley Park resident, is the mayor’s fourth appointment to fill an aldermanic vacancy.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 12, 2022

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World Cup brings together Southwest Side elementary schoolers: ‘We needed this’

Students at Nathanael Greene Elementary in McKinley Park have used soccer’s global tournament as an opportunity to study the world beyond Chicago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 3, 2022

Damen Silos, featured in ‘Transformers’ movie, set to be sold by state

The owner of a controversial McKinley Park asphalt plant is the winning bidder for the 23-acre Southwest Side property, offering $6.5 million.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 3, 2022

Civilian police oversight off to slow start, McKinley Park gets new bakery 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.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2022

Bakery plans move to Southwest Side building getting new lease on life

Construction has begun to rehab a McKinley Park building, with 10 apartments and street-level space for businesses.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2022

Two men charged with murder in McKinley Park shooting

The shooting in the 3700 block of South Paulina Street happened after Julius Hernandez, 18, and Byron Quijeiro, 20, circled the block with two other people in a black SUV, the judge said in denying the men bail.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 8, 2022

1 killed, 1 wounded in McKinley Park shooting

The two men were inside a vehicle at about 7:40 p.m. Monday in the 3700 block of South Paulina Street when someone fired shots.

Chicago Sun-Times · Sep 6, 2022

Police release video of murder suspects from McKinley Park shooting in April

The victim, Ryan Arliskas, was shot in his neck on a sidewalk April 8 in the 2000 block of West 35th Street, police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2022

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Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 11, 2022

Man charged with fatal shooting in McKinley Park

Mario Leyva was found with multiple gunshot wounds in an alley June 30 in the 3300 block of South Western Avenue.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 1, 2022

Man killed in McKinley Park shooting

He was found with multiple gunshot wounds in an alley in the 3300 block of South Western Avenue, Chicago police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 29, 2022

Man killed by gunman riding bike in McKinley Park

The man, 39, was standing on a sidewalk in the 2000 block of West 36th Street when someone rode up and opened fire, striking him in the chest, police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 28, 2022

City rejects $500 million in asphalt bids over pollution concerns

McKinley Park’s MAT Asphalt, others will have to resubmit bids later this year after new public health recommendations are issued.

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Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 27, 2022

Newest City Council member chooses sides in ward remap battle, but what difference will it make?

Ald. Nicole Lee (11th) is the 34th alderperson to back a map drafted for the Rules Committee and the Black Caucus. Both it and a map proposed by the Latino Caucus turn her ward into Chicago’s first with an Asian American majority.

Chicago Sun-Times · Apr 9, 2022

Man found shot to death in McKinley Park

The man, 27, was found on a sidewalk in the 2000 block of West 35th Street about 10:30 p.m. with a gunshot wound to the neck, police said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 2, 2022

McKinley Park asphalt maker seeking $500 million in city work — alarming residents

Community organizers say more production will mean more air pollution from MAT Asphalt, but the plant’s owner, Michael Tadin, says the concerns are exaggerated.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 26, 2022

The Environmental Justice Exchange: A Community Plan for McKinley Park

Join us for a live digital discussion on Wednesday, February 16. Register now to learn about community planning in McKinley Park on Chicago’s Southwest Side.

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