Chicago/ Community & Society
Published on June 14, 2019
Top Chicago news: High waves close lakefront trail; Walgreens shoplifter fatally shot; morePhoto: atramos/flickr

Here's the most recent top news you may have missed in Chicago.

Woman shoplifting at Walgreens in Chicago fatally shot, police say

A woman shoplifting in a Walgreens on Chicago's Northwest Side was fatally shot inside the store Wednesday night, police said.

Read the full story on ABC7.

Lakefront trail closed as high waves bring flooding, 'life-threatening' swimming conditions

The Chicago Park District closed the lakefront trail on the Near North Side after a lakeshore flood advisory and a beach hazards statement were issued.

Read the full story on Chicago Tribune.

Patrick Beverley has open mind about free agency, hometown Bulls

Marshall High School product Patrick Beverley, an unrestricted free agent for the first time, would relish an opportunity with his hometown Bulls.

Read the full story on Chicago Tribune.

Chicago Mental Health task force to hold public hearing

The City Council voted to create the task force in order to explore what areas of the city are in most need of mental health services.

Read the full story on WBEZCuriousCity.

Chicago teacher contract talks underway as union casts wary eye toward new mayor

The Chicago Teachers Union says contract talks need to begin in earnest with the expiration date looming. CPS accuses the union of doing a PR stunt.

Read the full story on Chicago Tribune.


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