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Humboldt Park will soon have its first cannabis dispensary at 2735 W. North Ave., approved by the City Council. The vacant building, abandoned for over a decade, will undergo renovations to enhance safety and aesthetics, including new lighting and murals.
The Trump administration shared a video claiming Chicago is experiencing "chaos," but an investigation revealed that the footage primarily comes from other states. A federal appeals court upheld a lower court's ruling that blocked the deployment of National Guard troops in Chicago, stating there was insufficient evidence of a rebellion. This comes as violent crime in the city has reportedly declined.
Federal agents chased and arrested individuals in four incidents on the Southeast Side, resulting in a car crash that hospitalized one man. The crash, involving a white SUV and a red SUV, occurred around 11 a.m., prompting local police response, though they were not involved in the federal operation. Legal representatives expressed concern over restricted access to the injured man at the hospital.
The Chicago White Sox mark the 20th anniversary of their World Series victory while struggling in the shadow of the Cubs. Recently, the team has faced significant changes, including a coaching staff shakeup following a disappointing 60-102 season. Amidst this turmoil, they hope to build a brighter future with promising prospects.
A city committee approved plans for taller and denser development along Broadway in Edgewater and Uptown on Tuesday. The zoning changes aim to address rising housing costs and gentrification concerns, though they face opposition from some residents fearing loss of small businesses and community input. The proposal will now go to the full City Council for a vote.
Facebook removed the "ICE Sighting-Chicagoland" page, which had over 80,000 members, at the request of the Department of Justice. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi claimed the page was used to "dox and target" ICE agents amid increasing federal arrests in Chicago. The page's administrator has since created a new group to continue reporting ICE activity.
A WGN employee, Debbie Brockman, plans to pursue legal action after federal agents detained her during her commute in Lincoln Square. Witnesses and video evidence contradict Homeland Security's claims that she assaulted officers, as her attorney states she was violently attacked. Brockman was held for seven hours without charges.
Belmont Cragin United hosts seven meetups Tuesday night to assemble safety whistles that alert residents to immigration enforcement nearby. The Whistlemania event encourages community participation at local restaurants and shops in six neighborhoods. Attendees can support by purchasing whistles through an Amazon Wishlist or volunteering.
Chance the Rapper transformed a Red Line train into the “Star Line” for a private fan event in Chicago ahead of his concert at Northerly Island. During the ride, he interacted with fans while his new album played, emphasizing the importance of community connections fostered by public transit. The event celebrated his roots and partnership with the CTA, which he credits for shaping his upbringing.
Chicago's zoning committee approved a cannabis dispensary in Humboldt Park, a community center in Little Village, and various apartment projects across the city. The dispensary, proposed by Lyfe Cannabis, would be the first in Humboldt Park and aims to revitalize a long-vacant building. These zoning changes will be voted on by the full City Council on Thursday.