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Kith, a New York City lifestyle brand, opens its flagship store in Chicago on October 3, 2025, featuring apparel and a unique ice cream bar. The grand opening will include a special sneaker collaboration with ASICS, celebrating the heritage of past World’s Fair host cities. Community initiative Scoop the Poop aims to address dog waste issues in Wicker Park, installing dispensers and raising awareness.
A judge ordered the release of Ray Collins, an armed protester accused of assaulting a federal officer during a protest outside the ICE processing center in Broadview. Despite initially being detained for carrying a legally permitted firearm, his defense argued the weapon was not involved in the demonstration. Collins will be subject to electronic monitoring and a curfew following his release.
Kith, a New York City lifestyle brand, opens its flagship store in Downtown Chicago on October 3, 2025. The two-story location at 54 E. Walton St. will feature a range of apparel and accessories, alongside a Kith Treats ice cream bar. The grand opening will include a limited sneaker collaboration with ASICS called “World’s Fair.”
Federal agents detained four U.S. citizen children during an ICE raid in South Shore, prompting Governor JB Pritzker to direct state agencies to evaluate their treatment. Pritzker condemned the military-style tactics used during the operation, which involved the arrest of at least 37 individuals, and pledged state support for the children's safety.
Developers plan to open Cafe Valera at the Humboldt Park Boathouse, aiming to enhance foot traffic and visibility. The cafe, proposed by the North Pond team, will feature grab-and-go food items and a beer garden, while emphasizing sustainability and local ingredients. Community support is evident, although concerns about potential trash increase were raised.
The Trump administration announced a pause on $2.1 billion in federal funding for Chicago's Red Line Extension project due to concerns over race-based contracting. The funding hold comes amid a broader federal government shutdown and follows recent cuts to other infrastructure projects in Chicago and New York. Mayor Brandon Johnson criticized the decision, emphasizing its negative impact on local communities.
Local artists have called for a boycott of the House of Sol music festival after founder Ricardo Hernandez was arrested for multiple domestic violence-related incidents. DJ Amanda Talavera raised awareness of Hernandez's history to protect fellow artists, leading to at least one performer canceling their appearance. Festival organizers acknowledged the concerns but committed to hosting the event.
Chicago could experience record-breaking temperatures this weekend, with highs reaching the 80s and 90s, surpassing the average high of 60s for early October. The National Weather Service forecasts a high of 84 degrees on Friday, potentially breaking the historical record of 91 degrees set in 1954. Temperatures are expected to cool down starting Tuesday.
A developer plans to construct a $6 million, 28,000-square-foot mixed-use building on a vacant lot in Chinatown, featuring medical offices and a riverfront restaurant. The proposal includes outdoor dining areas and on-site parking, pending City Council approval. The city favored this project over two others, citing its potential to enhance the area’s connectivity and identity.
A federal judge ordered the release of Noemi Chavez and her two children after their detention by U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents in Millennium Park. Their father, Jaime Ramirez, remains in custody and has been transferred to a Texas immigration facility. The family’s attorneys argue their detention violated their rights under the Immigration and Nationality Act.