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Families Suing After 3 Women Die In Rogers Park Senior Building During Heat Wave: A ‘Completely Preventable’ Tragedy
Three women died in the James Sneider Apartments near the Howard CTA station in Rogers Park. Attorneys for the victims allege the landlord kept the heat on during this month's heat spell.
Lane Tech Wins First Public League Baseball Championship Played At Wrigley Field In 4 Years
"When we first walked out here on the field it was surreal. But you can’t let the moment get too big for you,” one player said. “We’re just playing baseball.”
Herman Petty, McDonald’s First Black Franchise Owner, Honored With His Own Street In Woodlawn
Herman Petty opened the McDonalds at 65th and Stony Island in December 1968. "Make no mistake — Herman Petty was a true history maker and risk taker," the restaurant's current owner said.
Pilsen’s Alderman Moves To Downzone St. Adalbert Church Site To Block Development As Archdiocese Threatens To Sue
The re-zoning means a developer would need to get approval from the area's alderman — Byron Sigcho-Lopez (25th) — for any significant proposals.
