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Lawyers Will Offer Free Advice

November 5, 2019, 4:19 pm
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Attorneys with the Chicago Bar Association’s Call-A-Lawyer

Program will be available to take calls from the public and offer brief legal advice on Saturday, November 16, as part of an ongoing legal public service program offered by the CBA. 

Calls will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon at (312) 554-2001. 

Citizens can call in and briefly explain their situation to an attorney who will then work to suggest self-help strategies or provide advice to help resolve their issues. If callers need further legal services or have questions beyond the scope of the attorney’s practice area, they will be advised to contact the CBA Lawyer Referral Service during the week for a referral to an attorney in the appropriate area of law.

The CBA’s Lawyer Referral Service has more than 200 pre-screened, qualified lawyers experienced in almost every area of law that offer their services to the public. When contacting the LRS during normal business hours Monday through Friday, callers can be referred to attorneys practicing in numerous areas of law including:

• Domestic Relations, including divorce, custody, support and other family law matters);

• Personal Injury (including auto accidents, slip and falls, products liability, wrongful death, malpractice and other types of injury cases.

• Estate Planning, including will and trust drafting, probate and will contest.

• Real Estate, including buying or selling real estate, foreclosure defense and landlord/tenant issues.

• Employment Law, including wrongful termination, harassment and discrimination.

Additionally, the CBA offers an after-hours on-call service which provides callers’ access to attorneys in three different areas of law at any time after normal business hours. You can reach a lawyer 24/7 for help with criminal defense, personal injury and family law matters by calling (312) 554-2001.
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Lipinski, Polish Leaders Announce Victory on Visa Waiver Program

November 8, 2019, 9:43 pm
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Congressman Dan Lipinski (D-3rd) stood with Polish-
American leaders on Friday to announce Poland’s entry into the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP).

Starting November 11, citizens of Poland will be able to apply to travel to the United States for tourism or business purposes for up to 90 days without obtaining a U.S. visa.

The Department of Homeland Security made the determination that Poland had met the requirements for entry into the VWP on November 5. Prior to that, Poland was one of five European Union nations not included in the VWP (despite the fact that US citizens do not need a visa to visit any EU nation).

Under the VWP, citizens of Poland will be able to apply online for authorization to travel to the United States through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).

For most business/tourist travelers, the ESTA application is available online, is estimated to take 20 minutes to complete, costs $14, and usually has an approved/not approved decision within 72 hours. This is much simpler than the visa process, which generally requires an interview at a U.S. Embassy, costs $160 (for a common Business/Tourist type, more for others), and has long processing times.

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Crime News Update

November 12, 2019, 2:55 pm
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Editor's note: The crime news reported by the Southwest Chicago Post---taken directly from Chicago Police Department incident reports---is not by any means an exhaustive catalogue of all crime reported in the Chicago Lawn (8th) District. For example, it typically does not include news of crimes committed in the eastern sectors of the district---because the Southwest Chicago Post's coverage area is primarily the neighborhoods that border Midway Airport and secondarily because including the relatively large volume of crime news from elsewhere in the district would be a logistical challenge. We make this note to offer a little helpful perspective and remind everyone that while crime is definitely a concern in all parts of the district (as it always has been), crime remains relatively low overall in the western section of the district. May all of us work together diligently to keep it that way. May all of us also remember that a person charged with a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.


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Blood analysis leads to burglary rap, two years later

A 24-year-old Clearing woman was charged with burglary after she was arrested at her
Malewski
home in the 6400 block of South Austin at 5:55 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3.

Senia R. Malewski was arrested in connection with a Sept. 29, 2017 burglary in the 5800 block of West 64th Street. A CPD spokesman said “she was identified through investigation as the individual who broke a back sliding door to a residence and cut herself in the process, leaving her blood. She took personal items from inside the home and her DNA was later tested while she was in custody on an unrelated charge. The DNA match led to her burglary charge.”

According to public records, Malewski was arrested in April 2018 and charged with one felony count of aggravated battery in connection with a shooting that occurred in Canaryville. Police said Malewski “entered the victim's residence…at which time with another offender attempted to enter the residence, but the door was closed on him.” The male offender, identified by police as 23-year-old Bridgeport resident Eric Blake, allegedly drew a pistol and shot the victim, a 46-year-old man, in the chest and right arm. Despite being shot, the victim reportedly was able to close the door and prevent the would-be home invaders from entering. Police said that Malewski “then met up with [Blake] at the back of the residence and they fled the scene together.” The victim was later transported to Stroger Hospital, where he was listed in serious condition.


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Want to work directly with Chicago Police to prevent crime in your neighborhood? If you live in and/or own a business in Beat 812 (see map) make plans to attend your next CAPS meeting, set for 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 13 at St. Symphorosa Church, 6135 S. Austin. Hear updates on crime in your neighborhood and learn how you can work with neighbors and police to make the community safer and better for all.


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Claim man used screwdriver to hurt other man
Perez-Herrera



A 33-year-old Back of the Yards man was charged with battery after he was arrested in the 6100 block of West 63rd Street at 11:36 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1.

Jose Perez-Herrera, of the 2200 Block of West 50th Street, allegedly hit a 32-year-old man in the face and head with a screwdriver during a domestic-related argument. 







Claim man threw woman to the floor
Garcia



A 44-year-old Archer Heights man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested in the 6300 block of South Pulaski at 2:41 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5.


Pavlino Garcia, of the 4800 block of South Kilpatrick, allegedly threw a 43-year-old woman to the floor during a domestic-related argument inside a local restaurant.




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Bust man in Sleepy Hollow on theft charge
Lucas



A 45-year-old Austin man was charged with theft after he was arrested in the 4600 block of South Knox at 5:10 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4.


Brian S. Lucas, of the 600 block of North Pine, allegedly took a bag full of copper scrap punches from a scrap iron and metal warehouse.






Man charged with hijacking a car
Gray


A 27-year-old Woodlawn man was charged with vehicular hijacking  after he was arrested in the 5100 block of South Pulaski at 8:27 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30.

Jamal Gray, of the 6300 block of South Rhodes, allegedly implied he had a weapon and commandeered a white Buick Enclave from a 29-year-old man while the victim’s 2-year-old child was in the car. The victim was able to extract his child before the offender fled in his car.

Police said that Gray later crashed the vehicle in the 5100 Block of South Harding. They did not say where the crime occurred.

According to public records, Gray has been arrested five times by CPD since 2015 on charged that included retail theft, possession of a stolen vehicle and battery.



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Hit man with weapons violation
Crenshaw



A 21-year-old Scottsdale man was charged with unlawful use of a weapon after he was arrested during a traffic stop in the 8000 block of South Kolin—the block where he lives—at 7:20 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3.


Gary J. Crenshaw allegedly admitted to police that he had a handgun in his vehicle that was not properly secured in a lock box.






Arrest woman for battery
Castro



A 29-year-old woman was charged with battery after she was arrested in the 5400 block of South Massasoit at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28.


Yesenia Castro allegedly hit another person in the head and body during an argument “over property,” police said.




Charge woman with domestic battery
Roman



A 28-year-old woman was charged with domestic battery after she was arrested in the 5400 block of South Massasoit at 1:35 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28.


Irene Roman allegedly hit another person in the head and body, a CPD spokesman said without elaborating.





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Claim man used knife to puncture tires
Camarilo



A 60-year-old man was charged with criminal damage to property after he was arrested in the 6200 block of South Narragansett at 5:41 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 22.

Joseph Camarilo allegedly used a knife to punch holes in the tires of a person’s vehicle, police said.

According to public records, Camarilo was arrested back in August near 52nd and Kilbourn and charged with assault.





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Claim man stole goods, threatened clerk

A 65-year-old South Side man was charged with retail theft and assault after he was
Latimore
arrested in the 5400 block of South Archer at 12:46 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23.

James Latimore, of the 8000 block of South Peoria, “was arrested on signed complaints that he knowingly took merchandise from a local retail store without paying,” a CPD spokesman said. “The victim relayed that, when she attempted to stop Latimore, Latimore verbally threatened her before leaving the store. Officers located Latimore, who had the stolen merchandise on his person at the time.” Police declined to say what allegedly was stolen. 

According to public records, Latimore was arrested four times by CPD since 2018, on charges that included retail theft and bail violation.





Suburban woman hit with drug charge
Chierico


A 40-year-old Willow Springs woman was charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia after she was arrested during a traffic stop in the 5200 block of South Kilpatrick at 10:58 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 31.

Tina A. Chierico, of the 8400 block of Willow West, was seated in a vehicle that was illegally parked, police said. “Officers observed narcotics and narcotics contraband in the vehicle,” a CPD spokesman added.

According to public records, Chierico was arrested by CPD in June, near 63rd and Kilpatrick, and charged with soliciting rides from motorists.



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Bust man for shoplifting at Ford City
Ashby



A 22-year-old Roseland man was charged with retail theft after he was arrested at Ford City at 4:40 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25.

Marcus E. Ashby, of the 12100 block of South Wentworth, was arrested without incident. Police declined say what was allegedly stolen or from which store.

According to public records, Ashby has been arrested eight times by CPD since 2015, on such charges as retail theft (four times) and possession of a controlled substance.




Claim man tried to bilk store
Saucedo



A 21-year-old Garfield Ridge man was charged with retail theft after he was arrested at a store in the 5700 block of West 63rd Street at 6:23 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25.

Julian L, Saucedo, of the 5600 block of South Newland, allegedly made several fictitious returns of store merchandise, police said.

According to public records, Saucedo was arrested near his home back in March and charged with cannabis possession.



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She hit me in the arm, man tells police
Clearihue



A 46-year-old West Lawn woman was charged with domestic battery after she was arrested at her home in the 6300 block of South Kilbourn at 9:46 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30.


Ofelia Clearihue allegedly struck a man in the arm during an argument.







Charge suburban man with criminal trespass
Perez-Urbina



A 26-year-old man from suburban Cicero was charged with criminal trespass to a residence after he was arrested at 12:24 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29 in the 5500 block of South Pulaski. 

Jose Perez-Urbina, of the 4300 block of South 60th Court, was arrested after a person called police that Perez-Urbina was inside his residence.

According to public records, Perez-Urbina has been arrested three times by CPD since 2018.


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Nab man again on weapons violation
Renteria


A 19-year-old West Lawn man was charged with drugs and weapons violations after he was arrested at 4:23 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21 in the 4100 block of West 65th Street.

Isaiah M. Renteria, of the 6500 block of South Kedvale, was taken into custody after a traffic stop. “Officers observed Renteria (a passenger in the vehicle) exit the vehicle during the stop and patted him down for weapons, discovering a handgun on the subject, in addition to suspected narcotics,” a CPD spokesman said.

He was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, although police did not say what weapon was confiscated. He also was charged under the “armed habitual criminal” statute.

According to public records, Renteria has been arrested three times this year by CPD, once for burglary, once on a weapons charge.



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Burglars Hitting Western Garfield Ridge

November 29, 2019, 7:45 pm
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By Tim Hadac
Managing Editor
Southwest Chicago Post

A burglary crew appears to be hitting the west end of Garfield
Ridge, according to an alert issued today by CPD.

Police said the cluster of five crimes involved homes and/or garages.

Crime scenes (and when the crime occurred and/or was discovered) included:

• 5500 block of South Natchez at about 7 a.m. Thursday, November 21.

• 5600 block of South Oak Park at about 5 a.m. Saturday, November 23.

• 5300 block of South Natchez at about 3:10 p.m. Saturday, November 23.

• 5200 block of South Neva at about 1:10 p.m. Wednesday, November 27.

• 5300 block of South Neenah at about 3 p.m. Wednesday, November 27.

Police described the criminals as:

• a black man age 18-25;
• a Hispanic man about 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-11, 240-260 pounds.
• a Hispanic man about 5-foot-6 to 5-foot-9, 150-165 pounds.

Those with useful information to share about any or all the crimes are encouraged to call CPD Area Central detectives at (312) 747-8380 and refer to crime pattern P19-1-388

In the wake of the crimes, police advise:

• Keep the perimeter of your property well lit.
• Report suspicious activity immediately.
• Keep doors and windows secured.
• Immediately repair any broken windows, doors or locks.
• If video surveillance is available, save and make a copy of the incident for investigating detectives.
• Make an agreement with your neighbors to watch each other's homes for suspicious activity.
• If you are a victim, do not touch anything; call police immediately
• If approached by a witness to the incident, request contact information.

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Winter Park Program Signup Starting

November 30, 2019, 6:45 pm
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The Chicago Park District has announced that online
registration for winter park programming opens December 2 and 3, following a strong fall session. This marks the 3rd consecutive year in the history of the Park District that more than 400,000 residents have enrolled in park programs.



“Chicago’s parks are bustling with activity all year long and winter is no exception,” said Chicago Park District Superintendent and CEO Michael P. Kelly. “From ice skating and indoor swimming to ceramics and woodcraft, there are a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities to enjoy the winter inside and outside park fieldhouses across the city.”

Online registration opens on December 2 for parks located west of California Avenue and on December 3 for parks located east of California Avenue at 9 a.m.


In-person registration begins either Saturday, December 7 or Monday, December 9, depending upon the park.  Most winter programs run from the week of January 6 to the week of March 9.

There are workshops and winter-themed adventures being offered at parks citywide. Winter park programs run the gamut from fitness classes to swimming, basketball and ice hockey activities. Wellness programs provide varied options for winter physical activity and focus on helping people of all ages maintain a healthy lifestyle. Teens and adults registering for winter sports leagues also have a place to convene and engage in healthy play in Chicago’s parks.

The Park District offers options for learning new instruments like the guitar or violin or taking on a hobby like photography, sewing and quilting. There are also classes like printmaking, t-shirt painting and drum circle that offer participants creative outlets to stay active and entertained in the long winter months. 

In addition, there are slots still available for winter break camps in park locations citywide. These camps offer children a place in their neighborhoods to socialize and stay engaged with sports, arts and crafts and many cultural activities while school is out, starting the week of December 23, at many park locations.

Park patrons are encouraged to browse the online schedule and create a wish list of their favorite classes in preparation for registration day at chicagoparkdistrict.com.

Before registering for winter programs, patrons are encouraged to follow the registration tips listed below.

Preparing for Registration Day

• Set up an account on the new registration system if you haven’t already.

• Add all persons who you plan to register for on your account.

• Check your account login and password before registration begins. 

• Review your account information and make changes as needed.

• Browse the list of winter programs. 

• Create a wish list with the programs that you plan to register.

• View the registration process page for more information.

For more information, visit chicagoparkdistrict.com or call 312-742-PLAY.




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Garfield Ridge Celebrates the Season

December 7, 2019, 7:29 pm
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By Joan Hadac
Editor and Publisher
Southwest Chicago Post

Thanks to everyone at the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch, as well as the Chicago Park District, the Garfield Ridge Chamber of Commerce, the Garfield Ridge Civic League and other co-sponsors, for pulling together a Christmas tree-lighting event at Wentworth Park on Saturday, December 7.

Folks certainly enjoyed taking photos of the little ones by the Christmas tree.

Plus visits with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and Frosty the Snowman, and family after family lacing up skates and enjoying Wentworth Park's ice skating rink. A musical touch was added by talented vocalist Emily Montelano.

A tip of our cap, as well, to the hard-working volunteers at the former GRREAT (Garfield Ridge Retail, Entertainment and Amusement Team) for getting this annual event founded several years ago and running smoothly. We'll always remember that you got the ball rolling.

Police were on hand, as usual, and received their share of smiles, back pats and well wishes--no surprise at all in a pro-law enforcement neighborhood like Garfield Ridge.

But why, you might ask, is a crime-prevention group running a Christmas celebration? What does that have to do with fighting crime?

Plenty, is the answer, at least indirectly. The more that the good people of Garfield Ridge get off their keyboards, out of the house, onto the streets and into our local parks, the more likely they will crowd out the bad guys and--just by their presence--make our parks safer and better. GRNW knows that, which is why they are into community improvement activities, as well as patrolling our streets and alleys.

Here are a few photos (most shot by the Southwest Chicago Post), in no particular order. (We were there before Santa arrived. If you have photos you'd like to share with us, please email to editor@swchicagopost.com.

Lots of Christmas-season family fun in one of Chicago's very best neighborhoods!

Well done, GRNW!







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...and Santa arrives. Cellphone video courtesy of the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch.












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Garfield Ridge Chamber of Commerce Brings Christmas Cheer to Archer Ave.

December 11, 2019, 8:38 pm
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By Joan Hadac
Editor and Publisher
Southwest Chicago Post

Thanks once again to everyone at the Garfield Ridge
Chamber of Commerce for bringing some Christmas cheer to Archer Avenue.



The Chamber's annual Snack with Santa and Mrs. Claus

event, held at Mayfield Banquets on Saturday, December 7, was its usual smashing success--with boys and girls stopping by to whisper a few wishes to the Jolly Old Elf, receive a free toy from Santa's helpers, eat a few goodies and enjoy live musical entertainment and a puppet show.


Among those rolling up their sleeves to make the event a reality were Chamber President Mary Ellen Brown and other GRCC officers and members.


Patrick Sterk,  Mary Ellen Brown, Tala Morales, Geno Randazzo and Ed Kozak.

Past President Mary Ann Dybala, the driving force behind the cheerful event since it was founded more than 35 years ago, also was on hand to serve goodies and greet moms and dads, grandmas and grandpas. She noted that about a thousand children were expected to attend the popular celebration. Easy to understand, since the line wound through the Mayfield and even went out the door into the parking lot for at least the first hour.

Among other things, the annual event was a reminder that
Garfield Ridge is home to many public-spirited business owners who care about the well-being of the neighborhood.

Let's return the favor by shopping at Chamber members' stores and other businesses, using their professional services, and so forth. 

Visit http://garfieldridgecc.com/directory for a list of Chamber members.

Shop local, shop smart!

Here are a few photos we took with local children and Santa and Mrs. Claus. Enjoy!




















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A Strong Family in Need of a Boost

December 24, 2019, 10:30 am
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Friends, family, neighbors rally 'round the Salzburgs

By Tim Hadac
Managing Editor
Southwest Chicago Post

A Clearing family that has stood strong for so many over the years now finds itself in need a little strength from others.

The Salzburg family—and specifically, Tom Salzburg—is battling a sudden diagnosis of a formidable disease, mounting financial bills, the indifference of insurance companies and an uncertain future.



Tom Salzburg (second from right) and his family (from left)
son-in-law Will Rivera, daughter Amber Rivera, daughter Ashley,
grandson William Rivera, wife Kelly and son Tommy Jr.
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In response, other family members—as well as friends and neighbors—have organized Salzburg Strong, a growing campaign to raise funds and provide other forms of assistance.

A major fundraiser is planned for April at Bourbon Street, and all who want to help make the event a success are invited to attend a planning meeting—dubbed the Salzburg Strong Holiday Mingle and Jingle—set for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30 at the popular entertainment venue, 3359 W. 115th St., Merrionette Park.

People who want to donate in a more immediate sense are encouraged to visit the Salzburg Strong GoFundMe pageonline. Since it was started on Nov. 13, the GoFundMe campaign has raised $18,405 from 172 donors. The goal is $50,000.

“I want to thank each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart for your generous donations,” wrote campaign organizer Sue Schulz. “To say that Tom and Kelly are overwhelmed with the love and support shown is an understatement.”

For those who don’t want to make a donation online, checks made payable to Salzburg Strong may be set to BMO Harris Bank, 101 Burr Ridge Parkway, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, attention: Jason K. Refer to the account number ending in 5432.

Background

On his 54th birthday last August, Tom Salzburg received confirmation that he is battling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease).

The confirmation came about six months after Tom noticed his jaw felt tight, his speech was occasionally slurred and he was coughing while eating or drinking. At first, he brushed off the symptoms as perhaps a winter cold or simply sore muscles.

But after several months of medical tests, the diagnosis came.

Tom has Bulbar Onset ALS. Relatively uncommon, Bulbar Onset ALS affects the speech, swallowing and breathing functions first before spreading to the limbs. It is a progressive disease that causes the death of neurons that control voluntary muscles leading to paralysis of the entire body. There is currently no cure; and since his diagnosis, Tom has declined at a rapid pace, according to a profile posted online.

The diagnosis would be tough enough for the average person—but more so for Tom, a machinist and welder by day and an acclaimed rock drummer and singer by night.

In the 1980s, Tom earned his stripes with No Mercy and Tattoo. In recent years, he has been a key member of Bad Medicine and Motley II. He founded and fronted Cooper’s Dead Things, an Alice Cooper tribute band. Tom’s son, Tommy Jr., is the drummer in that band.

Tom no longer has the strength to wear his welder’s helmet,
Tom hasn't lost his dark, self-deprecating sense of humor.
and he can no longer play in the band he created. Things most folks take for granted are a chore for Tom. It can take him an hour just to eat a small meal, if only because chewing and swallowing are becoming impossible.

“I’ve learned a lot [from the ongoing ordeal],” said Kelly Salzburg, Tom’s high school sweetheart and wife of 25 years. “I’ve learned that insurance companies suck. They are a nightmare.

“But I’ve also learned some very good things,” she adds. “I’ve learned that there are many people out there willing to help—and they’re not just family and friends.”

“People have asked me, ‘What can I do?’ and sometimes I struggle to answer because I don’t always know what we need,” Kelly continued. “But as time goes on, I’m learning what that is.”

As an example, she mentioned a man who heard about Tom’s plight and called her out of the blue. His son and Tommy Jr. had played hockey years earlier at St. Laurence High School. The man, a carpenter by trade, offered to assess the Salzburg home and make modifications that Tom will need in the future—ramps, handrails, widened doors and so forth.

Accepting assistance is never easy for a proud family—even one like the Salzburgs, who for years have helped raise funds for St. Rene Goupil School and Parish, as well as other families. One such family is the Bragiels, who went through their own ordeal in recent years, when two or of their three children were diagnosed with cancer (and have since beaten the disease).

“[Accepting help] was the hard part for us, and Dwayne Bragiel was the first person to get in my face, in a good way, and say, ‘We need to have a fundraiser,’ and I’m like, “Oh no no. I don’t want my family and friends to go through—you know—just so much time and effort.' So I’m like, ‘We’re OK, we’re OK.’”

“At the time we were both still working. But then Dwayne says, ‘Remember that conversation we had in the parking lot at volleyball? Look, people want to help. You need to let people help you. It helps them to help you.' So I said, ‘Yeah, I guess so.’ I’m learning that there are a lot of good people out there in the neighborhood, even people we’ve never met, who will step forward and help—even without being asked. It’s heartwarming.”


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Crime News Update

December 26, 2019, 12:46 pm
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Man shot himself in groin, cops say

A shooting initially reported to police as a drive-by was later determined to be self-inflicted, a CPD spokesman said. The victim, a 19-year-old man, initially told police he was walking down a sidewalk in the 7700 block of South Kenton at 5:55 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 when he was shot in the groin by a gunman in a passing vehicle. The victim was transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition. Police later said that further investigation showed that the wound was self-inflicted. They did not say how they arrived at that conclusion or whether the injury was intentional or not.


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Want to work directly with Chicago Police to prevent crime in your neighborhood? If you live in and/or own a business in Beat 834 (see map) make plans to attend your next CAPS meeting, set for 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 2 at Bogan High School, 3939 West 79th Street. Hear updates on crime in your neighborhood and learn how you can work with neighbors and police to make the community safer and better for all.




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Traffic stop leads to drug charges
Mustari



A 31-year-old West Lawn man was charged with cocaine possession and cannabis possession after he was arrested during a traffic stop in the 5700 block of South Austin at 8:10 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9.

Samuel J. Mustari, of the 6400 block of South Kolin, allegedly had possession of drugs that were found in a search of the vehicle.

He also was cited for running a stop sign, driving on a suspended license and driving without insurance.



Say man admitted firing gun

A 21-year-old Archer Heights man was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon
Padilla Gonzalez
and reckless discharge of a firearm after he was arrested in the 2600 block of West 40th Place at 7:24 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6.


Bryan Padilla Gonzalez, of the 4700 block of South Kilpatrick, allegedly fired a pistol and then ditched it in an alley.


Police responding to a ShotSpotter alert said they found a gun and that Padilla Gonzalez admitted firing it, but said he had not fired it at anyone.




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Reputed gang member shot in the groin

A 28-year-old man was shot in the groin as he walked down a  sidewalk in the 5400 block of South Kildare at 2:10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 9. The victim, said by a law enforcement source to be a gang member, was transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition. No one is in custody. The gunmen were said to be two boys or men who approached the victim on foot before running away.




Charge man with crime against girl
Esparza Diaz



A 38-year-old West Elsdon man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested in the 6300 block of South Kostner at 9:40 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2.


Manuel Esparza Diaz, of the 3900 block of West 58th Place, allegedly committed a crime against a girl, a CPD spokesman said without elaborating.


He was apprehended by a fugitive task force, the spokesman added.



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Arrest man again for domestic battery


A 38-year-old Archer Heights man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested
Pilch
at his home in the 4400 block of South Komensky at 8:19 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3.


Krzysztof E. Pilch allegedly punched a 35-year-old woman in the head during an argument. 


According to public records, Pilch has been arrested four times by CPD since 2014—three times for domestic battery.








Say suburban man slapped woman
Ruiz



A 26-year-old man from suburban Lyons was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested in the 4000 block of West 59th Street at 2:40 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4.

Joel Ruiz, of the 4000 block of South Joliet Avenue, allegedly grabbed a 22-year-old woman by the neck and slapped her in the head during an argument.

According to public records, Ruiz has been arrested four times by CPD in the last year, on charges that included criminal damage to property and drinking alcohol on the public way.




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Claim woman punched man in the mouth
Cuezzi



A 35-year-old West Elsdon woman was charged with domestic battery after she was arrested at her home in the 4500 block of West 55th Street at 2:11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 1. 


Elizabeth Cuezzi allegedly punched a  36-year-old man in the mouth during an argument.






Charge woman with domestic battery
Del Cid




A 43-year-old Clearing woman was charged with domestic battery after she was arrested at her home in the 5900 block of South Menard at 4 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3.


Nancy A. Del Cid allegedly used “a glass object” to hit a 46-year-old man during an argument, a CPD spokesman said., without elaborating.



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Free Fitness Week Starts at Parks

December 28, 2019, 7:33 am
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December 30--an occasional event designed to spark interest in the district's 69 fitness centers across the city.

On the Southwest Side, Park District fitness centers are located at Scottsdale Park, 4637 W. 83rd Street; Valley Forge Park, 7001 W. 59th Street; West Lawn Park, 4233 W. 65th Street; Davis Square Park, 4430 S. Marshfield; Gage Park, 2411 W. 55th Street; and Hayes Park, 2936 W. 85th Street; 

New fees for all of the centers’ memberships are designed to make access to fitness facilities more affordable and achieving wellness goals reachable.

Free Fitness Week participants may visit any Park District fitness centers, try out the equipment and pay $5 for a single-day pass.

Upgrading to a Chicago Park District fitness center membership will also be more affordable, officials said in a statement. Fitness centers offer several membership options that cater to diverse needs and exercise and training preferences

Reduced fees for single site, monthly, three month, and annual passes are also be available at all fitness centers. Patrons may set up an account before registering either online or in person. There are gold card membership options that allow people to explore and workout at any of the Chicago Park District’s fitness centers citywide.

The cost of monthly passes has been reduced in many parks and range from $10 to $22. Three-month passes vary by park from $30 to $60 and annual passes from $100 to $225. Accessibility is key to making fitness accessible to as many patrons as possible. There are more than 40 fitness centers that have accessible equipment for people with disabilities. Hours of operation can vary by location.

Park District fitness centers often have new and improved equipment that includes computerized treadmills, cross trainers, upright bikes, recumbent bikes, free weights and benches, cable cross-overs, multi-station weight machines and core focused equipment.

From yoga to bootcamp, there are more than 750 fitness classes in the district's spring session, which kicks off in early January. Online and in-person registration is open. Click the image below for details!
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Crime News Update

January 4, 2020, 11:25 pm
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Bust two men reportedly hiding in a garage

Two 18-year-old South Side men were charged with criminal trespass to land after they were arrested in the 5900 block of South Natoma at 8:09 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18.

Michael D. Charles, of the 8200 block of South Marquette, and Earnest Lee Lockett, of the 7600 block of South Maryland, were apprehended after they were found hiding in a garage, a CPD spokesman said.

They were found by police combing the area after an 18-year-old Clearing man was shot in the left thigh as he scuffled with four men during a crime that occurred outside a multi-unit residential building in the 6100 block of South Oak Park at 7:14 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18. 

The victim told police that he had been “serving dope” to the men when they attacked him before running away south. The victim was transported to Advocate Christ Medical Center, where he was listed in stable condition. He also had a cut over his eyebrow.



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Want to work directly with Chicago Police to prevent crime in your neighborhood? If you live in and/or own a business in Beat 812 (see map) make plans to attend your next CAPS meeting, set for 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 8 at St. Symphorosa School, 6135 South Austin. Hear updates on crime in your neighborhood and learn how you can work with neighbors and police to make the community safer and better for all.




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Bust Garfield Ridge man on drug charges

A 23-year-old Garfield Ridge man was charged with three counts of possession of a
Montes
controlled substance after he was arrested at his home in the 5500 block of South Oak Park at 9:50 a.m. Wednesday, December 18.

Hector Ivan Montes was apprehended by police executing a search warrant, according to a CPD spokesman, who declined to say what illegal drugs were allegedly found and confiscated.

According to public records, Montes was arrested last August near 56th and Springfield and charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of a large quantity of cannabis.



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Say Joliet man violated order of protection
Avila



A 43-year-old Joliet man was charged with violating an order of protection after he was arrested at a home in the 5700 block of West 63rd Street at 7:20 p.m. Friday, December 20.


Agustin Avila, of the 1100 block of Ann Street, was apprehended without incident.


The victim was a 40-year-old woman, a CPD spokesman said, without elaborating.




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Burglars fail to smash their way into Archer Liquors


A quartet of burglars tried but failed to smash their way into Archer Liquors, 5996 S. Archer. Surveillance footage showed that the crime occurred at 2:08 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27. A gray GMC Acadia (with license plates from a different vehicle) pulled into the parking lot. Four men exited the vehicle, and one used a crowbar to try and smash the front door glass, as well as a front-window pane. He damaged the door and panes of glass, but failed to gain entry. All four men then sped away east on Archer. The would-be burglars appeared to be black men ranging in height from 5-foot-5 to 6-foot-1. All were wearing hoodies. One of the hoodies had “What is Real Will Prosper” written on the front. The store reportedly was burglarized earlier in December, as well as on Halloween.




Say man punched, pushed woman
Hernandez




A 29-year-old Clearing man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested at his home in the 5800 block of West 64th Place at 5:20 p.m. Thursday, December 12.


Omar Hernandez allegedly punched a 28-year-old woman and pushed her into a bathroom door, a CPD spokesman said.





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Thugs shoot at man's vehicle

A 28-year-old Garfield Ridge man was not injured after a gunman fired at his car as it sat parked at 65th and Keating at 12:15 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 26. The victim told police that the gunman fired from a passing Chevy Cruz or Malibu, which then sped away east on 65th Street. The victim’s vehicle was hit three times: twice in the hood area and once through the front windshield. The victim said the gunman’s vehicle was driven by a Hispanic woman, but there was no description of the shooter.





Arrest man driving stolen vehicle
Phelan


A 31-year-old Auburn Gresham man was charged with criminal trespass to a vehicle after he was arrested in the 4500 block of South Lawler at 10:15 a.m. Saturday, December 21, during a traffic stop.

Asae Phelan, of the 8600 block of South Damen, was reportedly driving a vehicle that had been reported stolen.

According to public records, Phelan has been arrested four times by CPD since 2014 on charges that included possession of a controlled substance and drinking alcohol on the public way.





Smashed their way in, swiped money from ATM

Burglars smashed the front-door glass of Gallardo 1 Stop Services, 5306 S. Pulaski, entered and broke into an ATM. The crime occurred at 3:09 a.m. Friday, Dec. 27. Police said it was initially unclear how much cash was stolen from the machine.



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Bust man on drunk driving rap
Duran Carrizales



A 25-year-old West Lawn man was charged with DUI, as well as driving without a license, after he was arrested in the 4900 block of South Pulaski at 6:32 p.m. Sunday, December 22.


Jose Antonio Duran Carrizales, of the 3700 block of West 60th Street, was reportedly found by police, slumped over the wheel of his vehicle, which was still running.








Stole his remote, then burglarized his garage

Burglars entered a vehicle parked at the curb in the 5500 block of South Nashville, stole a garage-door remote control, used it to open a nearby garage, and then stole about $40 cash from a vehicle parked inside. The crime was discovered by the victim, a 49-year-old man, at about 10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17 when he looked out his home’s back window and saw a light on in his garage.



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Stuff missing from home, man claims

A 53-year-old Garfield Ridge man told police that his home in the 5700 block of South Meade was burglarized and that a library card and a gym membership card were stolen. He said he discovered the crime at about 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26, and that he had left his home’s doors unlocked.



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Clear Ridge Little League Gets Ready for a 2020 Season of Baseball and Softball

January 6, 2020, 9:48 pm
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Our friends at Clear Ridge Little League have asked us to let
you know about their registration plans for the 2020 season. Please check out the image below for details.

Eligible to play are kids who live west of Central Avenue in Garfield Ridge and Clearing, as well as all of Summit and all of Bedford Park (north of 71st Street).

CRLL has provided athletic opportunities for boys and girls in Clearing and Garfield Ridge since the 1950s. And the Southwest Chicago Post has been a proud in-kind sponsor of CRLL since our launch in 2012. Wishing CRLL a safe and successful season of fun and learning. Thanks to all the adult volunteers and local businesses whose support helps make CRLL a success.

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Burglars Hitting SW Side Businesses

January 6, 2020, 10:56 pm
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burglars, according to a community alert released by CPD at 10:16 PM Monday, January 6.

Is it the work of a lone burglar? A single burglary crew? Or are these unrelated crimes? That's not entirely known right now, police say.

What is known is that businesses need to redouble their efforts at security, and the rest of us need to do a better job of keeping eyes and ears on our neighborhood businesses. We work hard to make our neighborhoods good places. Let's not let petty criminals damage that in any way!

So, if you see something suspicious, call 911 immediately. Let the police decide if it's worth checking out. That's what CPD asks us to do, again and again, at CAPS meetings and other community meetings. Why not take them up on it?

Also, if you have not joined your neighborhood watch or civic association, please do! Scroll to the bottom of this page to see links to some of the best ones.

About the crimes: police say the burglars typically smash their way in the through front doors. The crimes have occurred at nighttime.

Crime scenes include:

• 6000 block of South Kedzie on December 20.

• 5800 block of South Kedzie on December 20.

• 7500 block of South Kedzie on December 22.

• 5100 block of South Archer on December 25.

• 5000 block of South Archer on December 26.

• 6600 block of South Pulaski on January 2.

• 6600 block of West Archer on January 4.

• 6100 block of West Archer on January 4.

• 7000 block of South Pulaski on January 4.

• 6700 block of South Pulaski on January 4.

• 8300 block of South Kedzie on January 4.

• 3700 block of West 79th Street on January 5.

Those with useful information to share about any of the crimes are asked to call CPD Area Central detectives at (312) 747-8380 and refer to crime pattern P20-1-006.

In the meantime, here is some advice from CPD for local business owners:

• Keep the perimeter of your property well lit.
• Report suspicious activity immediately.
• Keep doors and windows secured.
• Immediately repair any broken windows, doors or locks.
• If video surveillance is available, save and make a copy of the incident for investigating detectives.
• If you are a victim do not touch anything. Call police immediately.
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Have You Seen Jazmin Sanchez?

January 11, 2020, 8:27 am
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Have you seen Jazmin Sanchez?

According to an alert issued by CPD at 10:02 a.m. Saturday,
Jazmin Sanchez
January 11, she has been missing since January 10 from the 5900 block of West 64th Street.

Jazmin is 17 years old and stands 5-foot-4 and weighs about 107 pounds, with black hair, brown eyes and a fair complexion.

She was last seen wearing a black hoodie, blue jeans and black/white gym shoes. Her hair was in a ponytail and she was carrying an Adidas book bag.

If you have information regarding Jazmin's whereabouts, please call CPD Area Central detectives at (312) 747-8380 and refer to case number JD111665.

Let's all look out for our community's young people!

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Batter up! Archer Manor Little League signup is coming later this month

January 14, 2020, 12:10 pm
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Batter up! If you live in Archer Heights, West Elsdon, Vittum
Park or eastern Garfield Ridge (east of Central Avenue) and you want your son or daughter to play ball this season, mark your calendar.

The Archer Manor Little League, one of the best youth athletic organizations in the city, is holding its signup later this month--from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, January 26 at Archer Park, 4901 S. Kilbourn. Visit the AMLL website or Facebook page for details.

The Southwest Chicago Post is proud to be an in-kind sponsor of the AMLL, which since 1952 has provided athletic opportunities and taught teamwork and good sportsmanship to thousands of boys and girls.


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Crime News Update

January 14, 2020, 7:19 pm
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Bust reputed gang member after chase
Bawadi


An 18-year-old Burbank man was charged with reckless conduct after he was arrested in the strip mall at 8045 S. Cicero at about 11:50 a.m. Wednesday, January 8, after a brief pursuit by CPD units.

Adeeb Bawadi, of the 5700 block of West 87th Street, who police said is an admitted gang member, may have fired a gun in the 8400 block of South Kenton minutes before he was arrested. Police responding to a ShotSpotter report were flagged down by a witness who said that people in two different vehicles were firing at each other. While police were speaking with the witness, a Nissan driven by Bawadi passed by.

During the pursuit, somebody in the car reportedly flung a pistol out a window, into the street in the 8400 block of South Kilbourn. The gun, a 9-mm Ruger reported stolen from Indiana, was recovered, police said.

When cornered in the parking lot, Bawadi allegedly refused to exit his vehicle and was making gestures implying he had a weapon in his waistband. Police performed an emergency takedown, and Bawadi suffered minor injuries. Two 17-year-old boys in the vehicle with Bawadi—one from Oak Lawn and the other from Scottsdale—were also taken into custody and charged with reckless conduct. They are also admitted gang members, police said. Police recovered several shell casings from the 8400 block of South Kenton and noticed a bullet hole in the front window of the 17-year-old reputed gang member’s home.



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Want to work directly with Chicago Police to prevent crime in your neighborhood? If you live in and/or own a business in Beat 811 (see map) make plans to attend your next CAPS meeting, set for 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 21 at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, 5550 S. Merrimac. Hear updates on crime in your neighborhood and learn how you can work with neighbors and police to make the community safer and better for all.



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Man says he was robbed at gunpoint

A 28-year-old West Elsdon man told police he was robbed at gunpoint as he walked down a sidewalk near 54th and Hamlin at about 10 p.m. Monday, January 6. The victim said that two thugs pulled up in a white, four-door Chevy, got out and demanded his wallet and phone. One of the two had a gun. The victim complied, and the robbers sped away. The criminals were described only as black men about 18 years of age. The victim did not report the crime until the following day.



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Charged with two counts of domestic battery 

A 54-year-old Garfield Ridge man was charged with two counts of domestic battery after he
Moreno
was arrested at his home in the 6100 block of West 55th Street at 5:21 p.m. Saturday, December 28.

Mariano Moreno allegedly punched a 47-year-old woman and pulled her hair during an argument. Police said that when a 28-year-old family member tried to intervene, Moreno struck her, as well.

Charges of battery and resisting arrest were added after Moreno allegedly poked a police officer in the face with his finger.

According to public records, Moreno was arrested last September on the North Side and charged with battery.



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Robbed while taping leaflets to garages

A 64-year-old Chicago Lawn man was robbed at knifepoint as he walked down an alley in the 3600 block of West 53rd Street at about 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 7. The victim told police he was taping advertising leaflets to garages when a thug walked up, pulled a knife and demanded money. The victim said he handed over $70 cash before the robber fled. The criminal was described as a Hispanic man about age 22, 5-foot-6 and 170 pounds, with an olive complexion.

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If you live in CPD Beat 811 (central and western Garfield Ridge, everything west of Central Avenue) and want to join your neighbors in fighting crime and building a safer neighborhood, please make plans to attend the next general meeting of the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood Watch, set for 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 20 at the firehouse at 56th and Narragansett. Find out how you can play an active role in crime prevention in 2020 in Garfield Ridge! See you there?

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Charge man with driving on suspended license
Arredondo



A 37-year-old man from suburban Cicero was charged with driving on a suspended license after he was arrested during a traffic stop in the 5900 block of West 55th Street at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 7.


Vito J. Arredondo, of the 2400 block of South 61st Avenue, also was cited for driving an uninsured vehicle, as well as failing to secure a 3-year-old passenger in an appropriate safety seat.






Thug grabs cashier’s neck, swipes boots

A thug posing as a customer at Journeys, a store in Ford City Mall, grabbed the neck of a 20-year-old clerk and then stole a pair of Timberland boots worth about $400, running out of the mall. The crime occurred at about 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, January 8. The robber was described as a black man age 20-23, about 5-foot-11 and 130 pounds, with brown eyes and a medium complexion. The clerk suffered scrapes on her neck, but refused medical treatment.




Say man drove on revoked license
Velez Perez


A 32-year-old Back of the Yards man was charged with driving on a revoked license during a traffic stop in the 6200 block of South Archer at 4:24 p.m. Thursday, January 9.

Pablo A. Velez Perez, of the 5000 block of South Carpenter, also was cited for driving with an obstructed view.

According to public records, Velez Perez was arrested back in September, at 55th and Kedzie, and charged with driving on a revoked license. In 2014, he was arrested near 52nd and Sacramento and charged with aggravated assault.




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Flower shop hit by burglary

Burglars smashed the front window of R & D Rausch-Clifford Florists, 3977 W. Columbus, entered and stole about $40 from a cash register, as well as about 20 stuffed toy animals. The crime was discovered by the owner, a 59-year-old man, at about 8 a.m. Sunday, January 5. The victim told police that he discovered a brick on the floor of his business and that his cash register was not in the store. He discovered a trail of coins in his parking lot, which led to an adjacent lot, where the cash register had been dumped.





Charge man with driving on revoked license
Fonseca


A 41-year-old Clearing man was charged with driving on a revoked license after he was arrested in an alley in the 6000 block of West 64th Street at 3:47 a.m. Thursday, January 9.

Aristeo N. Fonseca, of the 6100 block of South Monitor, was reportedly discovered by police responding to a "suspicious vehicle" call.

A CPD spokesman said that Fonseca was asleep at the wheel on the vehicle, which which parked with its motor running, in an alley.



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Woman flees, foils pair of thugs

Two thugs tried but failed to rob a 20-year-old woman as she left her place of employment—the Nowobilska Medical Center, 5257 S. Cicero—at 7:07 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9. The victim told police that she had just gotten into her vehicle in the parking lot when two men opened her door. One said, “Give us your phone. Get out of the car. Where are the keys?” The victim handed over her phone but then ran across the lot to where her co-workers were sitting in their vehicles. She told them to call police. At that point, the criminals sped away in a dark gray vehicle and headed north on Cicero. The victim returned to her vehicle and found her cellphone lying on the ground. Nothing had been stolen. The would-be robbers were described only as black men.




Man charged with crime against girl
Miguel



A 29-year-old Little Village man was charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a minor after he was arrested by a CPD task force in the 6100 block of South Oak Park at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, January 8.


Marco Miguel, of the 2800 block of South Spaulding, was apprehended without incident. A CPD spokesman said the alleged victim is a girl, but would not elaborate.






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Salvation Army rep robbed at Chase ATM

A 27-year-old Little Village man employed by the Salvation Army told police that he was robbed of more than $2,200 in Salvation Army funds as he stood next to an ATM at Chase Bank, 5687 S. Archer, at 10:11 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 4. The victim told police that he was about to make a deposit when two thugs sprayed pepper spray in his face and then snatched a bag filled with cash, as well as his lunch bag. The criminals were described only as black men.




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Man charged with domestic battery
Garnica


A 36-year-old Clearing man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested while walking down a sidewalk in the 6200 block of West 63rd Street at 4:42 p.m. Wednesday, January 1.

Jose F. Garnica, of the 6200 block of South Melvina, allegedly used a metal part from a table to hit a 35-year-old woman on the head during an argument at his home, a CPD spokesman said.

According to public records, Garnica has been arrested five times by CPD since 2014, on charges that included domestic battery, violating an order of protection and cannabis possession.






Charge man with domestic battery
Cortes


A 42-year-old Vittum Park man was charged with domestic battery after he was arrested at his home in the 5100 block of South Lockwood at 3:57 p.m. Wednesday, January 8.


Jorge L. Cortes allegedly choked a 31-year-old woman by the neck and struck her in the head during an argument.












A dozen arrests for Brighton Park woman
Stevens

A 26-year-old Brighton Park woman was charged with retail theft and criminal trespass to land after she was arrested at the Walgreens at 5414 S. Archer at 10:52 p.m. Saturday, January 4.

Nichole Stevens, of the 4000 block of South Rockwell, allegedly stole merchandise from the store. A CPD spokesman declined to say exactly what was allegedly stolen.

According to public records, Stevens has been arrested 12 times by CPD since 2014 on charges that included retail theft, theft by deception, driving on a revoked license and child endangerment.






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Big Bingo Fun Coming at St. Sym's

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Comedy Picante Coming to St. Richard's

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West Lawn Native to Head De La Salle

January 28, 2020, 8:24 pm
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Southwest Chicago Post

Congratulations to West Lawn native Thomas J. Schergen, who has just been appointed principal of De La Salle Institute.

He is a 1993 graduate of St. Nicholas of Tolentine School

and a 1997 DLS graduate. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Special and Elementary Education from Illinois State University in 2001 and a master’s degree in Educational Administration from Saint Xavier University in 2005.

He will officially assume the duties of principal on July 1.

“De La Salle is pleased to welcome one of our alums as the academic leader of our school,” De La Salle President Fr. Paul Novak, OSM, said. “Mr. Schergen’s strong academic vision and his familiarity with our Lasallian spirituality and Catholic mission will enable him to guide De La Salle into the future.”

Schergen is replacing Dr. Diane Brown, who is retiring officially on June 30.


“Becoming the principal at De La Salle Institute is a great opportunity,” Schergen said. “Some people never get the chance to pursue their dream job, so I am fortunate to be able to return to a place that is special to me.

“Not only do I get to return to my alma mater, but I am able to lead the dedicated faculty and staff of De La Salle and guide the institution forward.”

Schergen is currently serving as the principal of IC Catholic Prep in Elmhurst, where he has also held the positions of president and athletic director in his eight-year tenure.

Before beginning at IC Catholic Prep, Schergen served at Marist High School and Maria High School. He previously taught at De La Salle Institute in 2001-2002.

“My main goals are to begin to have some focused conversations with the current faculty and administration to begin to build our future vision,” Schergen said.  “I believe in creating a student-centered atmosphere and allowing the students of De La Salle to contribute to the culture of the building.

“I will focus on continuing the traditions of De La Salle, along with keeping the Lasallian mission strong and at the core of what we do as a school community.”

DLS is the 130-year-old, co-educational Catholic and Lasallian high school in Chicago.





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Kennedy Wrestler Crowned City Champ

January 30, 2020, 7:38 pm
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Southwest Chicago Post

Congratulations to Kennedy High School champion wrestler
Raymond Begay (at left in photo), who recently captured the Chicago Public Schools heavyweight crown in a tournament on the West Side, defeating Raymundo Rodriguez of Bowen in the final match, in double overtime.

Sharing a proud moment with the champ is Kennedy varsity wrestling coach DeAndre Mosley (at right in photo).

Though just a sophomore, Raymond went 18-1 in matches against older boys this season.

The champ now moves on to state competition, where he is
expected to compete on February 8 in IHSA Regionals
action at Fenwick High School.

A Garfield Ridge resident, Raymond is a 2018 graduate of Byrne School.

Way to go, Raymond!

(A few other photos--with family, friends and teammates--below--as well as a 12-minute video of the championship match).

And thanks, Coach Mosely, for sharing this news with us, as well as all you do--day in and day out--to make Kennedy High School a better place!








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