Julian Crews

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General Assignment Reporter at WGN-TV (Chicago, IL)

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Grandmother of slain boy endures cross-examination from accused killer

15 hours ago | wgntv.com | Julian Crews |Alonzo Small

Shirise Turner says she was ‘frozen’ by crime scene CHICAGO (WGN) — The grandmother of a murdered 11-year-old boy, who prosecutors say lost his life while defending his then-pregnant mother from her ex-boyfriend, took the witness stand Wednesday, testifying about a phone call with her daughter moments before the alleged attack.
‘Jayden and mommy are dead’: Stepfather testifies in trial of man accused of attacking ex-girlfriend, killing son

1 day ago | yahoo.com | Julian Crews

CHICAGO (WGN) — Heart-wrenching testimony continued Tuesday in the murder trial of Crosetti Brand, the 39-year-old accused of viciously attacking his ex-girlfriend and killing her 11-year-old son. Prosecutors say Jayden Perkins died while attempting to protect his then-pregnant mother. Jurors on Tuesday heard from Kassidy Miles, who was engaged to Laterria Smith at the time of the March 13, 2024 attack.
‘Jayden and mommy are dead’: Stepfather testifies in trial of man accused of attacking ex-girlfriend, killing son

1 day ago | wgntv.com | Julian Crews |Alonzo Small

Jurors on Tuesday heard from Kassidy Miles, who was engaged to Laterria Smith at the time of the May 13, 2024 attack CHICAGO (WGN) — Heart-wrenching testimony continued Tuesday in the murder trial of Crosetti Brand, the 39-year-old accused of viciously attacking his ex-girlfriend and killing her 11-year-old son. Prosecutors say Jayden Perkins died while attempting to protect his then-pregnant mother.
Slain 11-year-old boy’s mother testifies against accused killer on 1st day of Crosetti Brand trial, which resumes Tuesday

2 days ago | yahoo.com | Julian Crews

CHICAGO (WGN) — The trial of the man accused of attacking his pregnant ex-girlfriend in Edgewater and killing her 11-year-old son, who was allegedly trying to defend her, continues Tuesday morning at Chicago’s Leighton Criminal Courts Building. Crosetti Brand, the accused killer, is representing himself despite no prior legal training. His trial got off to a tumultuous start Monday, as he repeatedly clashed with a Cook County judge.
Slain 11-year-old boy’s mother testifies against accused killer

2 days ago | wgntv.com | Julian Crews |Dana Rebik |Alonzo Small

CHICAGO (WGN) — The trial of the man accused of attacking his pregnant ex-girlfriend in Edgewater and killing her 11-year-old son, who was allegedly trying to defend her, continues Tuesday morning at Chicago’s Leighton Criminal Courts Building. Crosetti Brand, the accused killer, is representing himself despite no prior legal training. His trial got off to a tumultuous start Monday, as he repeatedly clashed with a Cook County judge.
Chicago’s south side celebrates as hometown cardinal becomes Pope Leo XIV

5 days ago | wgntv.com | Julian Crews

HOMEWOOD — From a Southside Chicago parish to a suburban pizza parlor, people are remembering when and where they crossed paths with Robert Francis Prevost. Prevost grew up in Dolton. He returned to the south suburbs just nine months ago gathering with friends and family at his favorite pizza place. “I didn’t know the day he came because he didn’t announce, ‘Hey I’m the cardinal,’” Joe Aurelio of Aurelio’s Pizza said.
Catholic Theological Union celebrates as one of their own is elected pope

6 days ago | wgntv.com | Julian Crews |Anna Roberts

He attended grade school at the Old St. Mary Catholic School in Chicago, which is now closed. Decades ago, Prevost returned to his hometown of Chicago and the Catholic Theological Union. Prevost earned his Masters in Divinity there in 1982. Those who have followed in his footsteps here said they are thrilled to see an Augustinian leading the church. “I will confess I never dreamed we would be having this conversation,” Sister Barbara Reid, president of Chicago Catholic Theological Union said.
Who is Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV?

6 days ago | wgntv.com | Franklin Briceno |Nicole Winfield |Michael Johnson |Julian Crews

He will be known as Pope Leo XIV and becomes the first pope from the United States in the 2,000-year history of the Catholic Church. Date of Birth: Sept.
Catholic Theological Union celebrates as one of their own is elected pope

6 days ago | yahoo.com | Julian Crews

CHICAGO — Robert Francis Prevost was elected the new pope Thursday. Pope Leo XVI as he is now known was born in Chicago in 1955. He attended grade school at the Old St. Mary Catholic School in Chicago, which is now closed. Decades ago, Prevost returned to his hometown of Chicago and the Catholic Theological Union. Prevost earned his Masters in Divinity there in 1982. Who is Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV?
Robert Francis Prevost

6 days ago | wgnradio.com | Michael Johnson |Julian Crews

Robert Francis Prevost, born in Chicago and raised in South Holland, has been selected to lead the Catholic Church as the 267th pope. He will be known as Pope Leo XIV and becomes the first pope from the United States. More on the new pope:Robert Francis PrevostDate of Birth: Sept.

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Articles

Grandmother of slain boy endures cross-examination from accused killer

‘Jayden and mommy are dead’: Stepfather testifies in trial of man accused of attacking ex-girlfriend, killing son

‘Jayden and mommy are dead’: Stepfather testifies in trial of man accused of attacking ex-girlfriend, killing son

Slain 11-year-old boy’s mother testifies against accused killer on 1st day of Crosetti Brand trial, which resumes Tuesday

Slain 11-year-old boy’s mother testifies against accused killer

Chicago’s south side celebrates as hometown cardinal becomes Pope Leo XIV

Catholic Theological Union celebrates as one of their own is elected pope

Who is Robert Francis Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV?

Catholic Theological Union celebrates as one of their own is elected pope

Robert Francis Prevost

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