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56 Bodies Found Decomposing at Chicago Funeral Home
Authorities found 56 decomposing bodies at a Chicago funeral home, triggering an investigation into operators with a history of mishandling remains.
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CrimeUnited States
57 Bodies Found Decomposing at Chicago Funeral Home
More than 50 decomposing bodies were found improperly stored at a Chicago funeral home run by a couple with a history of mishandling remains.
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PoliticsEconomy
Obama Center Subcontractor Shuts Down, Lays Off 25 Workers
A subcontractor on the Obama Presidential Center laid off 25 workers amid a $4M payment dispute, raising questions about project finances.
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Crime & Public Safety
Operation New Dawn: 305 Arrests, 24 Children Recovered
Federal agents arrested 305 fugitives and recovered 24 missing children in Chicago during Operation New Dawn, a 60-day anti-violence initiative.
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CrimePolitics
7 Killed, 38 Injured in Chicago Weekend Shootings
Seven people killed and 38 wounded in a series of shootings across Chicago over Juneteenth weekend, reigniting debate over federal intervention.
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PoliticsCulture
Obama Center Opens Without Presidential Papers, Stirs Debate
Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago without housing presidential records, sparking debate over whether it is an activism hub rather than a library
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Crime & Public Safety
Mass Shooting on Chicago's South Side Wounds at Least 12
A drive-by mass shooting on Chicago's South Side during Juneteenth weekend wounded at least 12 people, including two in critical condition.
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PoliticsCulture
Obama Center Opens as Black Excellence Symbol Under Trump
Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago on Juneteenth as visitors celebrate Black excellence amid the political divide under President Trump.
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Crime & Justice
12 Shot in Chicago Drive-By Mass Shooting on Juneteenth
At least 12 people were shot when an SUV opened fire on a crowd in Chicago's Roseland neighborhood on Juneteenth, renewing calls for stricter gun control.
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PoliticsNational
Obama Center Opens on Juneteenth in Historic Dual Event
The Obama Presidential Center opened on Juneteenth as Americans nationwide celebrated the holiday marking the end of slavery in a historic dual event.
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PoliticsCulture
Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago on Juneteenth
The Obama Presidential Center opened on Juneteenth in Chicago with a call to defend democracy, three former presidents, and a star-studded celebration.
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PoliticsCulture
Obama Center Opening Draws Presidents, Stars to Chicago
Three former presidents joined the Obamas in Chicago for the grand opening of the $850 million Obama Presidential Center on the South Side.
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CulturePolitics
Obama Presidential Center Opens in Chicago
The Obama Presidential Center opens June 19 in Chicago with an Oval Office replica, interactive exhibits, and community spaces on a 19.3-acre campus.
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