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A Jeep Wrangler crashed through the front window of a Dunkin' restaurant in Chicago, causing significant damage to the building.
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Driver Crashes Into Chicago Dunkin', Forcing Temporary Closure

On a Thursday morning in Chicago's Dunning neighborhood, a 32-year-old woman's attempt to park her Jeep Wrangler ended with the vehicle crashing directly through the window of a Dunkin'.

Hannah Pierce·June 5, 2026
Crowds enjoying a summer festival in Hickman County, with a subtle visual cue suggesting volunteer challenges.
Events

Hickman County Summer Events See Record Participation

This summer, Hickman County's 'Summer Kick-off Festival' on June 1st exploded with over 5,000 attendees—a stunning 40% jump from last year's 3,500, say Event Organizers.

Sophie Nguyen·June 4, 2026
California primary election results with early leads shown for key statewide races, highlighting the ongoing vote count and potential shifts.
Community

California primary election results show early leads for key races

With only 46% of votes counted in key statewide races, California's primary election on June 2 leaves the fate of gubernatorial successors and crucial U.

Derek Molina·June 3, 2026
Community members gather for a solemn Memorial Day ceremony at a monument, with diverse individuals paying their respects and placing flowers.
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Stevens Point area and regional events this weekend

On Saturday, May 23rd, residents in Harshaw can attend a Memorial ceremony at the Veterans Memorial on Lakewood Road, one of at least five such tributes planned across the region this weekend.

Sophie Nguyen·May 29, 2026
A somber toast to a final pint of Schlitz beer at a Chicago bar, marking the end of its sales.
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Pabst Brewing Company Ends Schlitz Beer Sales in Chicago

On Monday, May 25, 2026, Friends of Friends bar in Chicago held a 'Schlitz funeral' event, offering 86-cent drafts to mourn the end of an era.

Hannah Pierce·May 26, 2026
Chicago residents protest the industrial park development outside the closed Ford City Mall, highlighting community opposition to the redevelopment plan.
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Community fights industrial park plan for Ford City Mall

On Chicago's Southwest Side, the Ford City Mall, plagued by a staggering 54 percent vacancy rate, must close by June 22.

Hannah Pierce·May 22, 2026
The Chicago Memorial Day Parade marches down a city street, with participants in uniform and spectators lining the sidewalks, honoring fallen heroes.
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Chicago Memorial Day Parade Honors Heroes

Imagine a 25-story-tall video installation illuminating the side of THE MART, just one of the many spectacles awaiting Chicagoans this Memorial Day weekend.

Hannah Pierce·May 21, 2026