Chatham
Coverage of Chatham in the Nexus archive.
- Man wanted in connection with deadly drive-by shooting in Chatham, police say
Chicago police are seeking public assistance to identify a man wanted in connection with a deadly South Side shooting. The incident occurred last week in Chatham, according to police statements.
- South Siders Still Waiting For Tree Cleanup After June Storms, But City Departments Are ‘Overwhelmed’
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.
- 1 dead, 2 wounded in Chatham drive-by shooting
One man was killed and two others were wounded in a drive-by shooting in Chatham. The incident occurred when a black car opened fire on three men walking on South Cottage Grove Avenue, with no arrests made and the suspect vehicle fleeing the scene.
- 1 killed, 2 injured in overnight drive-by shooting on South Side
A man was killed and two others injured in a drive-by shooting on Chicago's South Side overnight. The incident occurred around 10:45 p.m. in the 8200 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue in Chatham. Police are investigating the attack.
- Motorcyclist hospitalized after colliding with sedan on Dan Ryan Expressway in Chatham: ISP
A motorcyclist was hospitalized after colliding with a sedan on the Dan Ryan Expressway in Chatham, Illinois. The incident occurred early Friday morning and was reported by Illinois State Police.
- Man charged, accused of sexually abusing 6-year-old girl in Chatham, police say
A man has been charged with sexually abusing a 6-year-old girl in Chatham, according to police. Chicago police are actively searching for the accused, who is alleged to have committed the crime on West 87th Street.
- Man, 41, accused of sexually abusing girl, 6, in Chatham
A 41-year-old man named James Spencer is accused of sexually abusing a 6-year-old girl in the Chatham neighborhood. He was charged with a felony count of aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a victim under 13 and arrested in the 6600 block of South Perry Avenue. A detention hearing is scheduled for Thursday at the Leighton Criminal Courthouse.
- Chicago police searching for man accused of sexually abusing 6-year-old girl in Chatham
Chicago police are searching for a man accused of sexually abusing a 6-year-old girl on the city's South Side in Chatham this weekend.
- Man killed in drive-by shooting on South Side
A 32-year-old man was killed in a drive-by shooting on the South Side of Chicago. The incident occurred in the 600 block of East 92nd Place in Chatham, and police are investigating.
- Resident injured after jumping from window to escape house fire on Detroit’s east side
One resident was injured after jumping from a window to escape a house fire on Detroit’s east side. Firefighters responded to the 11600 block of Chatham, found heavy fires, and transported the individual with cuts and smoke inhalation to the hospital. No other injuries were reported, and the cause is under investigation.
- Food Delivery Robots Coming To South Side After Alderman Approves Program’s Expansion
Food delivery robots are expanding to Chicago's 6th Ward after Ald. William Hall approved the program. Serve Robotics, which operates in other neighborhoods, will launch its fleet in the 6th Ward this fall, aiming to provide residents access to new technology. The expansion follows a community event where residents experienced robot-delivered meals.
- Two shot in Chatham
Two men were shot in a car near South State Street in Chatham and later drove to South Ada Street to call for help. The 18-year-old was injured in the thigh and hospitalized in good condition, while the 49-year-old was shot in the leg and also hospitalized in good condition. Area 2 detectives are investigating the incident.
- Woman killed, teen injured in Chatham shooting
A 37-year-old woman was killed and a 17-year-old boy was injured in a shooting that occurred early Friday in Chatham on the South Side. The incident happened around 12:50 a.m. in a home on the 7600 block of South Eberhart Avenue, with gunfire entering through a window. The teen was hospitalized in good condition after being shot in the left hand, while the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Chicago police, including Area 2 detectives, are investigating.
- Woman killed, teen wounded after gunfire enters Chatham home, Chicago police say
A woman was killed and a teenage boy was wounded when gunfire entered a home in Chatham, Chicago, through a window on Friday morning, according to police.
- Can Indie Pharmacies Serve Communities Abandoned By Walgreens? Alder Pitches Plan To Do Just That
Walgreens closed a Chatham store due to theft and violence, contributing to a 'pharmacy desert' in the area. Ald. William Hall announced a pilot program to establish an Office of Pharmacy Access, which will support independent pharmacies in vacant spaces to improve medication access. A pop-up pharmacy will open in July as part of the initiative.
- 16-year-old killed in Chatham shooting identified by officials
A 16-year-old boy was identified as the victim of a shooting on Chicago's South Side. Officials confirmed the identification following the weekend incident.
- 15 shot overnight in Chicago, including several teens
Fifteen people were shot overnight in Chicago, including seven teenagers and children. An 18-year-old man died from a gunshot wound in Grand Crossing, while others were injured across multiple neighborhoods. No arrests have been made.
- South Side Walgreens closing, prompting outcry over pharmacy desert fears
A Walgreens on the South Side is closing, leading to concerns about a pharmacy desert. The area's alderman stated that Walgreens has caused permanent damage to the Chatham neighborhood.
- Walgreens pharmacy on Cottage Grove in Chatham set to close Thursday
The Walgreens pharmacy located at 86th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue in Chatham is set to close. The closure is scheduled for Thursday.
- Man stabbed to death in Chatham
A 48-year-old man was found stabbed to death in Chatham on Monday night. The incident occurred in the 8000 block of South Ellis, and no one is currently in custody.