Instead of prayer, he chooses anger and public confrontation

Pfleger plans a high-profile, showbiz style, NY’s Eve march to protest the ‘COVID and carnage’ that has devastated Chicago this year

‘We can’t just be silent,’ said Pfleger of the nearly 4,000 shootings this year — which comes as 3,850 have died from the coronavirus.
By Michael Sneed Dec 18, 2020, 3:52pm CST


It’s a case of cheer and fear.

It’s the Christmas season’s most deadly couple: COVID-19 and gun violence.

The coronavirus may have claimed the lives of 3,850 Chicagoans through the middle of this past week, but the violence of the gun has now resulted in the shooting of nearly 4,000 people in Chicago.

Off-duty officer shoots bank robbery suspect, then told by bank to take his business elsewhere

It has been said there is something off with the Vaneckos, be it mental illness, being dropped on their head too much or maybe too much drink...

Richard J. Daley a ‘horribly racist mayor,’ great-grandson says in letter that is horribly libelous

In an open letter to his cousins, Bobby Vanecko also condemns his great-uncle Richard M. Daley and parents’ cousin Ald. Patrick D. Thompson (11th) for racist policymaking.
By Clare Proctor and Tom Schuba Nov 15, 2020, 4:12pm CST


Richard J. Daley was called a “horribly racist mayor” in a letter written by his great-grandson. | Sun-Times files

A great-grandson of Mayor Richard J. Daley has called out several members of his extended family, accusing them of being “committed to white supremacy” in an open letter published last week.

In “A Letter to My Cousins,” published Wednesday in South Side Weekly, Bobby Vanecko calls his great-grandfather a “horribly racist mayor” and points to great-uncle Richard M. Daley’s involvement “in covering up evidence of Chicago police torture.”

Vanecko, a law student at Loyola University Chicago who was raised in Sauganash, has signaled his

Tucker plays 911 call from Portland lawmaker who vowed to 'defund the po...

At $65,000 a year, spoiled brats they are

Cops used pepper spray to subdue activists who allegedly hurled bricks while pushing to abolish Northwestern’s police force

“The police were very much the one who came and attacked us and sprayed us,” one Northwestern student told the Sun-Times.
By Tom Schuba Updated Nov 1, 2020, 7:30pm CST

One activist was arrested and a police officer was injured Saturday night during a chaotic protest in downtown Evanston. Twitter



A protest in north suburban Evanston turned violent Saturday when officers pepper-sprayed demonstrators who allegedly hurled bricks and set off fireworks as they demanded Northwestern University abolish its private police force.

Northwestern students were among a group of roughly 150 activists who gathered on the school’s campus near the intersection of Sheridan Road and Clark Street, according to a statement from Evanston police.

You would think that Trump would at least call the fella

Man hanging off side of Trump Tower demanding to speak to president

Police have blocked off traffic around the tower, which overlooks the Chicago River at 401 N. Wabash Ave.
By Emmanuel Camarillo and Sam Kelly Updated Oct 19, 2020, 1:43am CDT

A man who is hanging off the side of Trump Tower from a rope Sunday evening is demanding to speak to President Donald Trump.

The man, who is in his 20s, has been dangling from the tower’s 16th-floor balcony since about 5:30 p.m., asking to speak to the president and trying to get his message to the media, according to Chicago Police spokesman Tom Ahern. Police officers at the scene said they believe the man is using a climbing harness.

100% justified

Cop chases teen, teen turns and fires at cop, cop returns fire, teen dies of his wound........ violent mob rampages, wtf
Staff
Oct 8, 2020

A dangerous situation is unfolding in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin where a violent mob is rampaging through a subdivision – smashing windows and causing all sorts of mayhem.

Protesters & rioters are taking to the streets after a black cop was cleared in the fatal shooting of an armed black teen who fired a shot during a foot pursuit.

The mob is also looting stores. This is a very dangerous situation, folks.

‘Dread Head Cowboy’ gallops onto Dan Ryan; horse taken into custody.

Dread Head Cowboy resisted arrest. It was the opinion of onlookers that the horse had more common sense than the cowboy. Cowboy given an i-bond. Horse taken to hospital after complaining of chest pains. 

Overpaid freaks want to lecture us

NBA boycott, live updates: Lakers, Clippers push to end season after Bucks protest Jacob Blake shooting, most people want them to be quite and go back to bouncing the ball. The NBA can kiss my Irish ass

All three playoff games on Wednesday were postponed

NBA players and coaches held an impromptu meeting at the Disney bubble to discuss plans following the postponement of three playoff games on Wednesday, including the Milwaukee Bucks-Orlando Magic game in which Milwaukee players staged a walk-out before the start of Game 5 of the first-round series. The Lakers and Clippers were among the minority of teams that are pushing to end the season, according to Sham Charania of The Athletic. LeBron James said in the meeting he wants the

More empty threats from a mayor who has lost her marbles

legal or not, it is an edict and I order you to obey

or else I will put your ass in jail

City will issue tickets for quarantine violations, ‘flagrant’ social activities spotted on social media

Here’s what we know today about the continuing spread of the coronavirus and its ripple effects in Chicago and Illinois.
By Sun-Times staff Updated Jul 28, 2020, 3:12pm CDT


City will issue tickets for quarantine violations, ‘flagrant’ social activities spotted on social mediaDr. Allison Arwady, Chicago’s public health commissioner, offering an update on coronavirus. File photo. Tyler LaRiviere / Sun-Times

Ticketing is coming for Chicagoans who travel to any of the 20-plus states subject to Chicago’s 14-day travel quarantine, Dr. Allison Arwady, the city’s health commissioner, said Tuesday. Previously

LeBron is walking around with a huge chip on his shoulder

LeBron On Black Lives Matter: ‘In America … There Ain’t Been No Damn Movement For Us’

By Hank Berrien•
Yanshan Zhang/Getty Images

After his Los Angeles Lakers played against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday in an exhibition game, LeBron James spoke about Black Lives Matter, insisting, “When you’re black, it’s not a movement. It’s a lifestyle,” adding, “I don’t like the word ‘movement’ because, unfortunately, in

It's time for me to view another sport

NBA restart: Sneak peek shows 'Black Lives Matter' painted on bubble courts, distanced seats and large screens

The league continues to spread social justice messages as it prepares to resume its season in Orlando

The NBA players and teams are in the Disney World bubble, all COVID-19 tests since July 13 have come back negative and we now have our first look at the NBA bubble court. It's getting real, folks.

Below are images and videos of the court showing "Black Lives Matter" written on the parquet.


Here's a closer look at the "Black Lives Matter" message:

This is what he wishes for

BIDEN SAYS HE WISHES SCHOOLS WOULD TEACH ABOUT ‘ISLAMIC FAITH’
Meanwhile, leftists oppose teaching God in school

Infowars.com - JULY 21, 2020 46 Comments



Public schools should instruct students on the ways of Islam, says Democrat presidential candidate Joe Biden.

Biden made the remarks while speaking to the Emgage Action’s Million Muslim Voters Summit Monday.

“I can’t thank you enough for all you’ve done so far and that’s for — thank you for taking the time

WTF is this?

FROM SECOND CITY COPPERS

Census Cowboy

So Groot is pulling out the stops to inflate Chicago's census numbers and get money that she can't otherwise get without the soon to be massive tax increase that's around the corner. She actually recruited a "cowboy" to spread the word. (different link added)

We seem to remember this guy from somewhere. So did some readers:

• That “census cowboy” was riding around at the downtown riots May 30th screaming

How does a one year old go missing?

Girl, 1, missing from Chicago's South Side




CHICAGO - Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 1-year-old girl who is missing from Chicago’s South Side.

Alanna Harris was last seen Friday near the vicinity of 6900 S. Ada in the West Englewood neighborhood, police said. She was wearing a pink sleeveless shirt, flower patterns shorts, a wristband

If you don't want to pay, you don't have to pay

Housing advocates fear eviction boom, urge Gov. Pritzker to cancel rent, mortgage payments, credit card payments, car loans 
Kiisha Smith, 43, of Austin, worries many people will become homeless because of the COVID-19 pandemic. She banded together with other families to help each other navigate the looming evictions. “I have at least six families who are petrified because what are they going to do,” she said.
By Elvia Malagón Jun 30, 2020, 6:01pm CDT

Protesters calling for Gov. J.B. Prtizker to lift the ban on rent control in Illinois during the coronavirus pandemic march to the governor’s Gold Coast mansion on North Astor Street, Tuesday afternoon, June 30, 2020. | Ashlee Rezin Garcia/Sun-Times Ashlee Rezin Garcia/Sun-Times

Housing advocates Tuesday taped notices demanding rent payments within five days on the gate of Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s home in the Gold Coast in hopes of drawing attention to what they say is an imminent housing crisis.

In a twist, the notices were addressed to the “renters of Illinois” and listed Pritzker as the “landlord or

Looks like fun, I can hardly wait to go double my money

Masks on, buffets off as Illinois gambling regulators set guidelines for casinos to reopen
Casinos must provide free personal protective equipment and daily health screenings to employees, post signage reminding gamblers about social distancing and “proper hand washing,” and regularly disinfect all gaming equipment including dice, chips, cards and roulette wheels. 

By Mitchell Armentrout@mitchtrout Jun 9, 2020, 7:45pm CDT

Dealer Gary Reed looks on as Tilak Fernando and Dred Phillips play roulette at Bellagio Resort & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip last week after the property opened for the first time since being closed on March 17 because of the coronavirus pandemic. Ethan Miller/Getty Images


Gamblers might be allowed back around the craps tables at Illinois casinos this summer for their shot at

What's he sorry for?

Did I miss something?

Saints quarterback Drew Brees has issued a second apology for his widely criticized comments likening kneeling during the national anthem to disrespecting America.

Brees posted a video on Instagram looking into the camera, saying again that he’s sorry, and promising to work for change.

“I know there’s not much I can say that would make things better right now, but I just want

I'm really impressed Mayor Lightfoot

knows how to swear

Lightfoot responds to Trump’s tweet on Minneapolis protesters: ‘It begins with F and ends with YOU.’

The mayor says President Trump is trying to “foment violence.” She said: “That’s not leadership. That’s cowardice. That’s playing to a base with the biggest dog whistle possible.”

By Fran Spielman  May 29, 2020, 2:19pm CDT


Mayor Lori Lightfoot on Friday accused President Donald Trump of trying to “foment violence” and

I hope this doesn't hurt Mt Greenwoods Park Pet Store

Alderman moves to close legal loophole in Chicago’s puppy mill ordinance
The loophole has allowed pet shops to thumb their noses at the 2014 puppy mill ordinance by forming what Ald. Brian Hopkins called “phony rescue organizations.”
By Fran Spielman May 20, 2020, 1:07pm CDT


A loophole allowed pet shops to ignore a city ordinance banning purchases from puppy mills by forming their own rescue groups. These chihuahuas were rescued from a suspected puppy mill in Peotone. Sun-Times file

Six years ago, the City Council moved to cut off the pipeline of puppies purchased in Chicago that