Beverly

South Side residents in Chicago are still waiting for tree cleanup after severe June storms, with over 9,200 open tree-related service requests as of June 25. City departments, including the Department of Streets and Sanitation, are working extended hours to address the backlog but remain overwhelmed due to the volume of damage. Specific neighborhoods like Beverly, Morgan Park, and the 8th Ward report the highest numbers of unresolved requests.

A severe storm caused flooding and power outages in Beverly and Morgan Park, leaving 1,800 homes initially without power and damaging infrastructure including street lights and trees. City crews addressed the damage, and officials urged residents to report storm-related issues.

Chicago bars and restaurants in neighborhoods like Beverly, Lake View, and Mount Greenwood have received state approval for video gambling machines but require city approval to operate. Mayor Brandon Johnson seeks to block the machines, fearing competition with the upcoming Bally’s Chicago Casino, while a City Council decision last fall authorized their expansion despite his objections.

A suspect, Emajae Brown, was arrested after a $20 million mansion heist in Massachusetts involved the assault and kidnapping of a housekeeper. Brown faced multiple charges including home invasion, kidnapping, and armed burglary following the attack and theft of valuables.