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Suspect charged in Grant Park cross burning released pending trial

Jun 19

Suspect charged with hate crime, arson for burning cross in Grant Park

Jun 18

Officials debate proposed $425M TIF funds for 'The 78,' soccer stadium

A debate is underway over whether the city of Chicago should use tax increment financing funds to support "The 78," which includes a Chicago Fire soccer stadium. Mayor Brandon Johnson proposed directing $425 million in TIF money toward the infrastructure.

Jun 19

1 in custody in connection with burning cross in Grant Park: CPD

Jun 16

Art installed where passersby discovered burning cross in Grant Park

Jun 16

CPD releases photos of person of interest after cross burned in Loop

Jun 11

CTA report shows crime down for 5 months in a row

Jun 11

Burning cross spotted in Grant Park; CPD investigating: VIDEO

Jun 10

Battle over evidence in case of tax attorney accused of killing wife

Jun 8

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Pokémon GO Fest draws thousands to Chicago

An anime phenomenon turned Grant Park into a digital playground on Saturday.

Jun 7

Chicago police investigating break-in at Manny's Deli

Chicago police are investigating a break-in at Manny's Deli in the South Loop Tuesday morning.

May 26

Regional Transit Task Force coming to public transportation in Chicago, Cook County

There's a new Regional Transit Task Force on crime, coming to public transit.

May 18

Second Chance Reentry Court Unity Day workout brings together law enforcement, former inmates

A Chicago second-chance program brings people with criminal pasts and law enforcement together for a Unity Day. It is a wellness experience to promote trust, and stronger community relationships.

May 17

Chicago Fire's new $750M stadium will be named McDonald's Park

The Chicago Fire said their new stadium at The 78 will be named McDonald's Park.

May 13