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Gotham Gaming, a nonprofit founded by Clementina Salucci and Jonny Saldana, aims to create an inclusive gaming community in Chicago. The organization seeks to break down barriers for marginalized groups and will host social events, including a launch party on October 10, 2025.
Logan Square’s Here to Stay Community Land Trust has initiated two residential condo projects to provide affordable housing for families on the Northwest Side. The first project, breaking ground at 2638 W. Cortland St., will deliver six condos, while another six will be available at 1508 N. Harding Ave. in Humboldt Park.
Michelin-starred restaurant Atelier opens its new location in Lincoln Square on October 10, 2025, after a successful fundraising campaign. Initially, the restaurant will serve walk-in diners only, offering a 12- to 14-course tasting menu influenced by global flavors. Chef Bradyn Kawcak leads the kitchen, with plans to expand the menu once the liquor license is approved.
Chicagoans express uncertainty as National Guard troops arrive, making the Goodman Theatre's musical “Revolution(s)” particularly timely. The punk/metal/hip-hop musical follows soldier Hampton Weems, who returns to a politically charged Chicago after serving in Afghanistan. Written by Zayd Ayers Dohrn and featuring music by Tom Morello, it explores themes of resistance and social justice.
Ricardo Camacho, a bilingual psychologist and Loyola professor, leads Salud, a group aimed at normalizing mental health care among Chicago's Latino and immigrant communities. Amidst heightened immigration enforcement, Camacho emphasizes the importance of community-focused mental health initiatives, noting that one in five Latinos experiences mental illness, yet only 36 percent receive care.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker humorously appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to counter President Trump's negative portrayal of Chicago. Dressed as a war-zone reporter, Pritzker mocked Trump's claims, stating, “there is no hellscape I’d rather be in.” He has consistently opposed Trump's proposal to send National Guard troops to the city.
Federal agents detained WGN employee Debbie Brockman while she attempted to document their arrest of a Latino man in Lincoln Square. Witnesses reported conflicting accounts of the incident, with Brockman later released without charges, but Homeland Security claimed she assaulted officers. The situation highlights tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in the area.
Federal prosecutors dropped charges against several protesters arrested during demonstrations against the Trump administration’s immigration policies. A U.S. District Judge issued a restraining order blocking the National Guard's deployment near the courthouse, reflecting skepticism about the government's evidence against the protesters. The rulings signal a shift in legal proceedings related to immigration enforcement actions.
A federal judge ruled that immigration agents in Chicago must visibly display identification during operations to protect constitutional rights. This injunction, granted by U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis, aims to enhance accountability amid concerns over excessive force used against peaceful protesters and journalists. The ruling is effective immediately for at least 14 days.
Protesters rallied outside the Broadview ICE facility, facing state police and court-ordered protections from violence after a series of conflicts. U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth were denied entry for the fourth time while seeking information about immigration enforcement operations. The situation escalated as state police clashed with demonstrators, enforcing a new curfew on protests.