Susan Berger

Chicago

Journalist. 2019 National Press Foundation fellow/vaccines contributor to Washington Post, NY Times,Chgo Trib,breast cancer survivor. Retweets ≠endorsements

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Sobrevivientes de la masacre del 4 de julio de 2022 describen pánico y derramamiento de sangre

2 months ago | infobae.com | Susan Berger

Hace casi tres años, Robert E. Crimo III subió a la parte superior de un edificio en un suburbio de Chicago mientras cientos de personas abajo disfrutaban de un desfile del Día de la Independencia, y abrió fuego. El miércoles, la jueza del condado de Lake, Victoria A. Rossetti, comenzó el proceso de sentencia contra Crimo, quien se declaró culpable en marzo de haber asesinado a siete personas y haber herido a 48 más.
Highland Park shooter sentenced to life in prison for mass killing

2 months ago | washingtonpost.com | Susan Berger

Highland Park shooter sentenced to life in prison for mass killing (washingtonpost.com) Highland Park shooter sentenced to life in prison for mass killing By Susan Berger 2025042319125800 WAUKEGAN, Ill. — Nearly three years ago, Robert E. Crimo III climbed to the top of a building in suburban Chicago while hundreds of people below enjoyed a Fourth of July parade and opened fire. On Thursday, Lake County Judge Victoria A.
Man pleads guilty to murder in 2022 Ilinois July 4th shooting

Mar 3, 2025 | unionleader.com | Susan Berger

WAUKEGAN, Ill. -- Nearly three years after seven people were killed while attending a Fourth of July parade in suburban Chicago, Robert E. Crimo III pleaded guilty on Monday to dozens of counts of murder and attempted murder. “Is this what you want to do today, plead guilty?” Lake County Judge Victoria A. Rossetti asked Crimo. “Yes,” Crimo, 24, responded. Wearing a black suit and white shirt, Crimo stared straight ahead as his guilty plea to 69 criminal counts was read.
Man pleads guilty to murder in 2022 Highland Park July 4th shooting

Mar 3, 2025 | msn.com | Susan Berger

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Man pleads guilty to murder in 2022 Highland Park July 4th shooting

Mar 3, 2025 | washingtonpost.com | Susan Berger

WAUKEGAN, Illinois — Robert E. Crimo III, accused of killing seven people and wounding dozens at a 2022 Fourth of July parade, pleaded guilty to murder and attempted murder charges Monday. Lake County Judge Victoria Rossetti said Crimo would serve life in prison and is not eligible for parole. Crimo, wearing a black suit, appeared in court surrounded by three sheriff’s deputies.
Jury selection begins in trial of alleged 2022 Highland Park mass shooter

Feb 24, 2025 | msn.com | Susan Berger

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Jury selection begins in trial of alleged 2022 Highland Park mass shooter

Feb 24, 2025 | washingtonpost.com | Susan Berger

Jury selection began Monday in the trial of Robert E. Crimo III, who is accused of killing seven people and wounding dozens of others at a 2022 Fourth of July parade in Highland Park, Illinois. Crimo, 24, is charged with 117 counts of murder, attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm. Prosecutors say he shot more than 80 rounds from a Smith & Wesson semiautomatic rifle from atop a building overlooking the parade.
Avian Flu Is Spreading - Here’s How to Keep Your Pets, Family and Food Safe

Feb 18, 2025 | better.net | Jessica Gervais |Susan Berger

Avian flu is decimating poultry farms, driving up egg prices, and spreading beyond birds to unexpected species. Since 2022, more than 148 million farm birds — including chickens and turkeys — have been euthanized to contain outbreaks, sending ripple effects through the food supply. The virus isn’t just a problem for farmers—consumers are paying the price too, with egg costs soaring to $7-$12 per dozen — an increase of 4.2% to 9.6%, according to the USDA.
AARP Illinois

Nov 1, 2024 | states.aarp.org | Susan Berger |Gail Straus |Monika Wnuk |Elissa Chudwin

Enter the Football After Dark Contest Enter below for a chance to win a seat at Football After Dark with Jaylon Johnson. Older Illinoisans Say No to Higher Water and Sewer Rates The ICC is currently considering two proposals from Illinois American Water and Aqua Illinois that would raise customers’ water rates.
AARP Grants Help Local Projects Boost Livability in Illinois

Oct 31, 2024 | states.aarp.org | Susan Berger

In western Illinois, the Adams County Health Department has a strong partnership with the local senior center, holding flu shot clinics and health education programs at the facility. But making sure community residents—40 percent of whom are 50 or over—are aware of those offerings can be a challenge in the largely rural, almost 900-square-mile area near the Missouri border.