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Tornado Touches Ground Near O'Hare

Flights were grounded at both O'Hare and Midway airports, and thousands were without power as severe storms made their way across the region Wednesday evening. [NBC Chicago]

Acting NU Head Football Coach Named in Hazing Fallout

David Braun, the Wildcats’ defensive coordinator, is now the acting head coach after the university fired Pat Fitzgerald on Monday following allegations of hazing, racism, and sexual abuse within the football program. [ABC 7 Chicago]

Chicago Police Union to Contest Johnson’s Parental Leave Decision

After Mayor Brandon Johnson rejected the Fraternal Order of Police’s demand for 12 weeks of paid parental leave, the union announced plans to take the mayor to court. [Sun-Times]

West Side Residents Need Aid After Storms

Many people are still without hot water and air conditioning, and local organizations are scrambling to provide support. State Rep. La Shawn Ford said Gov. JB Pritzker’s disaster proclamation should open up more resources for affected residents. Until then, check out this list of resources for flooded West Siders. [Block Club Chicago]

New Challengers in 7th Congressional District Race

Three people are eyeing the seat that Rep. Danny Davis has held for 14 terms. Public policy expert and organizer Kina Collins launched her campaign and third bid this week. Chicago treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin may soon kick off an official campaign, and Kouri Marshall, who worked on Pritzker’s campaign, is also eyeing the seat. [WGN]

Summer Nature Fest in Lincoln Park 🌱 Thursday | 3 - 8 p.m.

Bring the kids to enjoy the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum after hours with live animals, music, nature walks, and more. [Free]

South Asian Mela on Near South Side 🇮🇳 Sunday | Noon

Head to the Chicago Women’s Park and Gardens for an all-day family event with Indian food, arts and crafts, and a Bollywood dance competition. [Free]

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ in Oak Park 🎭 All Month | Varies

Watch Shakespeare’s timeless comedy at the Oak Park Festival Theatre. [$20 for preview nights; $38 after]

Why Are You Sleeping on Chicago Libraries?

We all know you can get books at the library. But your library card can get you way more than you think, from passes to city attractions to seeds for starting a garden.

Patrick Malloy, government and public affairs director for the Chicago Public Library, and Alejandra Santana, manager of the Manning branch on the Near West Side, help us make the most of this free resource.