Saturday

07-19-2025 Vol 2026

Abigail Harper

Dallas County’s Human Trafficking Unit Celebrates Initial Convictions

DALLAS — The newly formed human trafficking unit of the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office is marking a significant milestone…

Chicago Business News: Unique Collaborations, Economic Concerns, and Community Efforts

In a week filled with notable headlines from the Illinois business landscape, Chicago food culture and community support have taken…

Rising Tensions in Pilsen: Vandalism Highlights Growing Anti-Immigrant Sentiments

In recent months, two murals in the Pilsen neighborhood—symbols of Mexican-Palestinian solidarity and resistance against anti-immigration policies—fell victim to defacement…

Chicago City Council Vetoes Proposed Snap Curfew Ordinance Amid Controversy

The Chicago City Council took a significant step on June 18 by passing a controversial ‘snap’ curfew ordinance aimed at…

Chicago Agrees to $2.5 Million Settlement After Botched Police Raid Left Family Traumatized

Nearly eight years after a tragic misstep by the Chicago Police Department, the city has settled a lawsuit with the…

Murder of Shaniqua Kinnard Highlights Failures in Domestic Violence Protections

In a tragic case that has drawn attention to the systemic failures in protecting victims of domestic violence, Shaniqua Kinnard,…

Reviving the Legacy of Charles Stepney: A Celebration of Chicago’s Soul Music Pioneer

In the vibrant soul music scene of Chicago during the 1960s and ’70s, one name resonates deeply with the eras’…

Chicago Seniors Demand Protections Against Housing Abuses with Proposed Bill of Rights

A growing coalition of elderly residents and advocates in Chicago is pushing for a new legislative measure titled the “Senior…

The Rise of Detroit-Style Pizza in Chicago: A New Culinary Favorite

Chicagoans have historically been protective of their culinary landscape, particularly when it comes to pizza. However, despite initial resistance to…

SiR Reflects on Personal Growth and Upcoming Hollywood Bowl Debut

In a heartfelt moment during one of his sold-out L.A. shows last August, SiR, the Inglewood-born singer-songwriter, became visibly emotional…

PDX Crusade Seeks to Ignite Spiritual Revival in Portland Amid Liberal Climate

Portland, often recognized as one of the most liberal cities in the United States, is poised for a significant spiritual…

Man hospitalized after hammer attack in Portland, suspect arrested

In an alarming incident on Saturday morning, Jonathan Langdon found himself in a harrowing situation when a stranger approached him…