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😷 Why Chicago’s air quality was worst in world
June 28, 2023
Wondering about the thick smokey haze covering Chicago? Keep scrolling for what to know and how to protect yourself. Stay safe!
What's CITY Talking About?
Fatal Far South Side Restaurant Shooting Legal Update
A Chicago mother is suing the city and the police officers who arrested her and her 14-year-old son in the fatal shooting of a man who attacked her at Maxwell Street Express. The lawsuit comes a day after prosecutors dropped murder charges against her. [Sun-Times]
Biden in Town
President Joe Biden is expected to give a major economic address and attend a campaign fundraiser in Chicago today. [NBC Chicago]
- Fundraising for the 2024 election is underway as is planning for the Democratic National Convention happening in the city next summer. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]
Before 312, 773 Area Codes …
Chicagoans used telephone exchanges — two letters followed by five numbers — to reach the right neighborhood. [Chicago magazine]
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What To Do
Drinking & Dragons in Avondale | Wednesday | 6 p.m.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned Dungeons & Dragons player, join a game at Revolution Brewing. [$25]
Music Under Glass in Garfield Park | Wednesday | 6–7 p.m.
Go to Garfield Park Conservatory to see Onadine perform “Chrysalis,” an evening of music exploring the cyclical nature of growing up. [Free]
Housing Justice Washington Park Panel | Thursday | 7 p.m.
Head to the Green Line Performing Arts Center to hear about art and activism in public housing with organizers and former residents. [Free]
Today on City Cast
City’s Immigration Committee MIA?
City Council’s Immigrant and Refugee Rights Committee is set to meet today … for the second time since 2021. Will the committee finally take action under new chair Ald. Andre Vazquez? The 40th Ward alder sits with us.
Speaking of “Area Codes,” rapper Kali said she’s heard good things about Chicagoans on the roster 🎉
—Sidney Madden
Thanks to editors Simone Alicea and Wil Fulton — and to podcast host Jacoby Cochran for penning a neighborhood guide!
Correction: Abby Kisicki is a gun violence prevention advocate with Newtown Action Alliance, a national grassroots advocacy organization. Tuesday's newsletter misstated her title and the organization's structure.
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