Rainbow Beach
Coverage of Rainbow Beach in the Nexus archive.
- 2 Assaults Near Rainbow Beach Have Neighbors On Alert
Two sexual assaults near Rainbow Beach in South Shore have prompted police alerts, with both incidents involving a Black man described as 30-40 years old, medium weight, and 5-foot-8 to 6 feet tall. Neighbors, including survivor Renee Nowlin, have called for increased mental health resources and community support to address ongoing safety concerns.
- Mayor Johnson urges parents to act as city prepares for more potential teen gatherings
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson urged parents to prevent unauthorized teen gatherings as the city blocked access to Rainbow Beach following reports of planned large meetups. The call comes after two previous teen events led to over 50 arrests and injuries to police officers, with President Donald Trump criticizing local leaders. Faith and youth leaders are organizing alternative events to deter teen attendance.