Andrea Medina

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Postal workers rally in Chicago against potential privatization of USPS

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina |Ethan Illers

CHICAGO – Letter carriers across the country and in Chicago rallied Sunday against possible cuts to the United States Postal Service. The protest was part of a nationwide movement in support of the USPS, with other demonstrations held across the country in recent days. Those who participated made it known they oppose the idea of selling the agency, a move proposed by President Trump.
Chicago’s immigrant community rallies in solidarity ahead of May Day protests

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina |Ethan Illers

CHICAGO – With just over a month until May Day, immigrant advocates gathered at the Chicago Teachers Union Headquarters on Saturday to share plans for protests, work stoppages and boycotts. Advocates are calling on the community to show support and solidarity with the city’s immigrant population. “We are resisting the attacks from the present administration.
Chicagoland transit agencies detail ‘doomsday’ scenarios without state help

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina

CHICAGO (WGN) — Without state help, Chicagoland’s mass transit systems would be forced to implement deep cuts to service that would deal a “devastating” blow to the regional economy, transit officials said Friday with the release of a “doomsday” report. The Regional Transportation Authority is facing a $770 million fiscal cliff next year when federal COVID relief funds run out. The RTA coordinates the Chicago Transit Authority, Metra and Pace, but the three agencies operate independently.
6-year-old Texas boy visiting father on spring break dies after ATV crash in Joliet

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina |Alonzo Small

JOLIET, Ill. (WGN) — With tears streaming down her face, Lucero Quezada on Monday mourned the tragic loss of her grandson in an ATV accident over the weekend. “I’m very sad. I can’t believe he is not here with us anymore,” Quezada said. Six-year-old Jason Alvarado died Saturday, March 15, following an ATV crash in Joliet.
Community unites to support First United Methodist Church after storm damage

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina |Ethan Illers

“Elgin is strong and it’s beautiful to see everyone is coming to support a church that has been a staple in our community,” churchgoer Diana Alfaro said. “Wonderful feeling in the community coming together regardless if they’re Methodist or not. People are showing we are one community.” “The church is not the building. We are the church, the people that make it up,” churchgoer Paul Duffy added.
Trump vows to take back ‘stolen’ wealth as tariffs on steel and aluminum imports go into effect

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Josh Boak |Paul Wiseman |Rob Gillies |Andrea Medina

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump openly challenged U.S. allies on Wednesday by increasing tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25% as he vowed to take back wealth “stolen” by other countries, drawing quick retaliation from Europe and Canada. The Republican president’s use of tariffs to extract concessions from other nations points toward a possibly destructive trade war and a stark change in America’s approach to global leadership.
Chicago residents report Tesla vandalism amid protests centered around Elon Musk

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina |Ethan Illers

CHICAGO – Last month, Ed Campbell woke up to move his Tesla parked on Lake Shore Drive, only to discover that the passenger side door had been vandalized instead. “It’s not a great way to make a statement,” he said. “I saw in big huge white spray painted letters ‘F Elon.’ I’m sure you can fill in the blank for the rest.”The damage left Campbell shocked and upset and he reported the incident to Chicago police.
City Council approves $280K settlement for protester injured by police officer

1 month ago | wgntv.com | Andrea Medina |Ethan Illers

“This officer shouldn’t have done this,” Boyd said. Boyd was among the crowd protesting the Christopher Columbus statue in Grant Park. Some protesters threw objects at police officers trying to defend the statue against others who were trying to remove it. While Boyd filmed an arrest, a police officer slapped her phone, causing it to hit her face while knocking out a tooth. Prior to Monday’s vote, Boyd and her supporters voiced their passionate pleas.
Chicago residents report Tesla vandalism amid protests centered around Elon Musk

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Andrea Medina

CHICAGO – Last month, Ed Campbell woke up to move his Tesla parked on Lake Shore Drive, only to discover that the passenger side door had been vandalized instead. “It’s not a great way to make a statement,” he said. “I saw in big huge white spray painted letters ‘F Elon.’ I’m sure you can fill in the blank for the rest.”The damage left Campbell shocked and upset and he reported the incident to Chicago police.
City Council approves $280K settlement for protester injured by police officer

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Andrea Medina

CHICAGO – City Council’s finance committee approved a $280,000 settlement Monday for protester Miracle Boyd, who was injured by a Chicago police officer during a violent confrontation at a demonstration in 2020. “This officer shouldn’t have done this,” Boyd said. Boyd was among the crowd protesting the Christopher Columbus statue in Grant Park. Some protesters threw objects at police officers trying to defend the statue against others who were trying to remove it.