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Calls for more medical resources follow 5-year-old Pilsen shelter resident’s death

Hundreds gathered at a vigil for Jean Carlos Martinez Rivero, leaving flowers and balloons at a memorial on the sidewalk. ‘He was a beautiful boy, he was always happy.’

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2023

Bo Deal learned all he could from life in the streets. Then he got a college degree.

Bo Deal left prison and became a rap battle champ and an anti-violence worker, but to keep moving up in his career, he had to go back to school. Classmates say his street smarts were like a real-world textbook.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2023

Kenwood trio strikes it big on Signing Day

Three Kenwood stars signed their letters of intent with D1 schools on Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 21, 2023

Migrants say illnesses spreading quickly at crowded Pilsen shelter where several fell ill

The space is currently housing over 2,300 people, more than half of whom are minors. Families there and health care providers say illnesses are spreading rapidly.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2023

Sandburg erupts for 14 three-pointers against Oak Lawn as David Vargas and Ryan Tomczak both crack 30 points

“It was awesome,” Tomczak said. “That was the best game of my life.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 20, 2023

Chicago police supervisor retires while facing demotion for failing to respond to fatal crash involving off-duty cop

The supervisor didn’t show up to assume control of the scene and didn’t notify the Bureau of Internal Affairs, sources said.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2023

Bar inside United Center pays homage to former Blackhawks chairman Rocky Wirtz

Rocky’s Bar, where everything was done in memory of the former Blackhawks owner, opens its doors to fans Tuesday. The menu features classic cocktails like Old Fashioneds, Manhattans and Moscow mules and bar snacks such as black truffle fries, crispy prosciutto and mini hot dogs wrapped in puff…

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2023

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s anti-violence strategy takes ex-Mayor Lightfoot’s plans to a new level in 4 violent neighborhoods

Mayor Brandon Johnson plans a range of resources, including another round of guaranteed basic income, targeted this time to four neighborhoods.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2023

U.S. Rep. Schneider, college students talk antisemitism on campus

Most of the students described how strong the Jewish community is on their campuses. But they all shared stories about antisemitic incidents they’ve witnessed at school.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 19, 2023

Popular MeTV horror movie host Svengoolie brings on sidekicks (and possible successors)

Longtime star Rich Koz is healthy and happy playing the cult-classic TV character but says the Sven Squad’s relative youngsters might take over down the road.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 18, 2023