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A 29-year-old man was horrifically pushed off a Chicago Red Line train, electrocuted on the third rail and struck by another train — a brutal act that has sent shockwaves through the city. Two suspects have now been arrested: a 19-year-old woman and a 15-year-old girl, both charged with murder. Bickham’s family is devastated and urgently calling for the third suspect to come forward, demanding justice and accountability from the CTA as investigators race to close this tragic case.
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19 Sept 2026
Former Bear Builds Martini Lounge in South Loop | Chicago News
Former Chicago Bear Israel Idonije is reviving the South Loop with his sleek new martini bar, Martini Lounge, in the historic M Lounge space. With 12 signature martinis—including wild “Disco” twists like the Porn Star—he’s blending nostalgia and innovation, keeping original decor like a Miles Davis portrait and hosting DJs and live music to turn it into a vibrant community hub. Plans for a Japanese cocktail bar, ice cream parlor, and boutique hotel are also on the horizon as Idonije aims to elevate this undervalued neighborhood one drink at a time.
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19 Sept 2026
Vance Back in Iowa to Rally GOP | Chicago News
Vice President JD Vance is back in Iowa for a high-stakes campaign swing, headlining a rally in Council Bluffs to boost Republican chances in Congress and sharpen his own political profile. With competitive Senate and governor’s races heating up — including a Senate showdown against Josh Turek and a gubernatorial battle pitting Zach Lahn against Rob Sand — Vance’s visit underscores the GOP’s urgency ahead of midterms. Though his Senate rival Ashley Hinson won’t attend, Governor nominee Lahn will be there, making this stop a strategic move as Vance reiterates that this election cycle is anything but ordinary.
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