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Top Democrats Back in Chicago

Vice President Kamala Harris is meeting with donors through Friday. Her visit comes after state Democratic Party chairs were briefed Tuesday on next summer’s convention. [Sun-Times]

• What have been other memorable political party conventions in the city? [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Robberies Up, Other Crimes Down

Reported robberies are up 43% compared to last year, mostly on the Northwest and West sides. But there are still fewer robberies than there were a decade ago. Plus, other crimes — like shootings, murders, and homicides — are down. [WBEZ]

Chicagoland Moroccan Community Steps Up

About 3,000 Moroccan people live in the area, and many are coming together to support the North African country after the devastating earthquake that killed and injured thousands. [Tribune 🔒]

Enjoy the Last Late Sunsets

The sun will set before 7 p.m. this week. By Sept. 23, astronomical fall, Chicagoans will get less than 12 hours of sunlight. [NBC Chicago]

• A state lawmaker tried to kill daylight saving time. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Chicago-Style Hot Dog Potato Chips … Good?

One food writer who tried Foxtrot’s vegetarian-friendly kettle chips said the salty snack is “hard to resist.” [Eater]

• Chicagoans love an innovative dish or drink that pays homage to the city … no matter how weird. [Hey Chicago 💻]

Albany Park Sweetgrass Harvest 🌿 Wednesday | 3–5 p.m.

Join the American Indian Center to learn about the herb, harvest it, and make braids out of it. [Free]

Washington Park ‘My Best Friend is Black’ 🎭 Friday | 8–9:30 p.m.

Catch the variety show at Green Line Performing Arts Center. [Free]

Underground Film Fest in the Loop, Hyde Park 🎞️ All Week | Varies

See unique films, attend panels, ask filmmakers questions, and celebrate at after-parties at the Gene Siskel Film Center and Harper Theater. [$12+]

Pilsen’s Front Yard Butterfly Sanctuary

Claudia Galeno-Sanchez started her garden of native plants to help monarch butterflies migrate south to Mexico, a journey that she says reminds her of her own immigration story.