The Latest Breaking News from Serabi Medina

Migrants, gun violence, the environment and more: 5 pressing issues for Chicago in 2024

As usual, there was no shortage of news in this city in 2023, and no shortage of problems to fix. The Editorial Board picked 5 topics we want to see addressed in 2024.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 30, 2023

Hundreds pay their respects to Serabi Medina, 9-year-old slain in Portage Park

‘What a horrible way to start a school year,’ said math teacher Susan Casey, who taught Serabi Medina last year. Serabi, who was slain, was remembered by those who knew her as a funny and outgoing child.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 18, 2023

A state program is supposed to cover funeral expenses for murdered children. Lawmakers forgot to fund it.

There is hope that a solution will be found and Serabi Medina’s funeral will be covered by the state.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 11, 2023

Neighbor charged with first-degree murder in shooting of 9-year-old girl in Portage Park

Michael Goodman, 43, had confronted 9-year-old Serabi Medina’s father before walking up and shooting her in her head Saturday night, neighbors said. Goodman was wounded in a struggle with the father.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 7, 2023