Public Safety

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Diverse group of young people actively participating in a positive community event on Chicago's South Side, showcasing unity and constructive engagement.

South Side Peace Takeover Offers Alternative to Teen Trends

On May 25, Chicago Police closed DuSable Lake Shore Drive at 57th Street after approximately 1,000 people gathered in Hyde Park.

Rafael Mendoza·June 8, 2026

Police tape cordoning off a closed ramp at Foster Beach, Chicago, with limited public access due to parking restrictions.

Neighborhoods

Foster Beach ramps close June 4-5 amid parking restrictions

Oh, Chicago! Our beloved lakefront, usually a beacon of open access, is facing some serious changes this weekend. Police are gearing up for large youth gatherings at Foster Beach on June 4 and June 5,

Aisha Patel·June 5, 2026

Chicago skyline at dusk with a Chicago Fire Department engine in the foreground, symbolizing the service and sacrifice of Engineer Steven M. Decker.

Business & Economy

Chicago Fire Department Engineer Steven M Decker Dies

Chicago Fire Department Engineer Steven M.

Rafael Mendoza·May 23, 2026