Italian American group says Chicago Columbus statues need to be reinstalled as expressions of art
The Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans calls the removal of the statues "selective censorship."
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The Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans calls the removal of the statues "selective censorship."
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, however, calls the whole thing nothing more than a stunt.
An advocate says if the Illinois Commerce Commission approves a project that replaces Peoples Gas' entire system of underground gas mains in the city, the rates could be catastrophic.
Both the eastbound and westbound Eisenhower were shut down between 25th Avenue and Mannheim Road, state police said.
Experts warned that the problem is worse in the winter.
Its history not only preserved through its architecture and its role in the labor movement, but by two brothers who worked and continue to live in the onetime industrial town.
A total of 40% of those The Resurrection Project has helped buy a home, CBS News Chicago is told, have been undocumented.
David Allen June Cherry, 28, of Palmyra, faces one felony count of intimidation.
The governor also wants to enact a ban on cell phones during classroom instruction at Illinois schools.
Minnie escaped PUPS Pet Club early on Sunday after managing to open several doors at the South Loop doggy daycare.
People who live in the encampment said they have nowhere else to go — and finding permanent housing is a long and difficult process.
Ald. Daniel La Spata (1st), the chief sponsor of the ordinance, had argued a lower speed limit was necessary to protect public safety.
Metra police said 19-year-old Moises Perez drove around working crossing gates and lights near 87th and Baltimore.
The nonprofit said on its website that all its health clinics, food pantries, and medical case management and outreach services will remain open and active.
"More focus on learning will bring even greater success for kids across the state," Pritzker said.
