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Picture Chicago: 18 can’t miss Sun-Times’ photos

Taylor Swift and her Swifties took over the city, a giant pigeon was spotted in Welles Park, and Chicago Public Schools students started summer break.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 9, 2023

Seeing pink: Malibu Barbie Cafe pop-up opens in Chicago

The “experiential eatery” in the West Loop channels the 1970s California beach vibe inspired the Malibu Barbie doll, released in 1971.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 9, 2023

Boy, 14, shot to death across the street from where brother was critically wounded years before: ‘Kids feel trapped,’ their mother says

Pierre Johnson was sitting on a porch across the street from his home in Fuller Park when he was killed in a shooting that wounded several other people.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 8, 2023

3 men badly hurt in East Garfield Park crash

Two cars collided about 5:30 p.m. One struck a tree. Two of the men involved appear to have suffered gunshot wounds, fire officials said. They are hospitalized.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 1, 2023

Migrants at Wright College respite shelter hope to soon depend on themselves: ‘We want to work’

The city moved migrants from police stations to the campus ahead of schedule over the weekend. On Tuesday, they enjoyed the sunshine and treats outdoors. But the local alderperson is concerned about the endgame.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 30, 2023

‘Come, my princess’ — Venezuelan family, thanks to asylum, reunited in Chicago after 5 years apart

Frank Sandoval waited anxiously at O’Hare for his wife Carolina Alemán and daughter Massiel Sandoval. “Being with him again is simply the best thing that has happened to me in all these years,” the daughter said.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 27, 2023

Picture Chicago: 11 can’t miss Sun-Times’ photos

Mayor Brandon Johnson presides over his first City Council meeting, efforts begin to restore and preserve the Chicago Harbor Lighthouse, and adorable foxes call Millennium Park home.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 26, 2023

Half of city neighborhoods lack electric vehicle chargers for public use

Building a robust network of chargers to make EV ownership feasible, whether you live in a rural town or a big city like Chicago, is proving difficult.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 25, 2023

Group hopes to restore Chicago Harbor Lighthouse, preserve it for future generations

Friends of the Chicago Harbor Lighthouse hopes to partner with schools and other organizations to bring children from under-served communities to the aging icon in the lake.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 25, 2023

NW Side residents express support and disapproval of plan to house immigrant families at Wilbur Wright College

The shelter would alleviate pressure on police stations, which have turned into temporary shelters for more than 700 asylum-seekers across the city, officials said.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 24, 2023