Uptown
Coverage of Uptown in the Nexus archive.
- CMPD offering $5K for information in May Uptown homicide
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the resolution of a May 22 homicide in Uptown Charlotte. The incident occurred in the 900 block of North Poplar Street.
- Man killed in overnight shooting in Uptown
A 21-year-old man was killed in a shooting on North Winthrop Avenue in Uptown Chicago overnight. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred just before 12:30 a.m. in the 5100 block of the street.
- Man, 21, killed in Uptown shooting, Chicago police say
A 21-year-old man was killed in a shooting in Uptown, Chicago, on Friday morning, according to police. The incident occurred in the Uptown area, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
- Minneapolis mass shooting: City council evaluating Reign nightclub's liquor license
The Minneapolis City Council is reevaluating the liquor license for Reign nightclub in Uptown following a mass shooting that injured nine people. The incident occurred over the weekend, prompting the council's review of the nightclub's license.
- New video captures chaos as gunfire rings out in Uptown; city outlines safety steps
A surveillance video captured chaos during a mass shooting in Uptown Minneapolis, where nine people were shot outside Reign Nightclub. The incident, part of two shootings on Sunday, left 14 people injured across the city. Officials emphasized increased police presence and technology to address rising violence.
- Shuttered Weiss Memorial Hospital granted 6-month extension to fix long list of compliance issues
Weiss Memorial Hospital in Uptown, Chicago, which was shut down, has been granted a 6-month extension to address a long list of compliance issues. The hospital is required to resolve these issues within the extended timeframe.
- Minneapolis mass shootings: How MPD is responding to weekend violence
Minneapolis police are implementing changes in Uptown and Stevens Square following two mass shootings on Sunday. Chief Bill Peterson outlined the department's response and identified East 19th Street and Nicollet as problematic areas.
- Missing woman last seen at hospital in Uptown
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is searching for 29-year-old Shaquina Latavia Harris, who has been missing since July 2. She was last seen leaving an Atrium hospital in Uptown Charlotte and is believed to have been heading to the Beatties Ford and Woodford Bridge Dr area. Authorities are asking for public assistance in locating her.
- "Successful operation," CMPD reports no major incidents during Uptown's July 4th celebrations
CMPD reported no major incidents during Uptown's July 4th celebrations. A total of 28 people were arrested, including 9 adults and 19 juveniles.
- Edgewater Neighbors’ Lawsuit Against City Over Broadway Rezoning Dismissed
A Cook County judge dismissed a lawsuit from Edgewater residents and business owners challenging the city's Broadway rezoning, ruling they failed to demonstrate constitutionally protected harms. The plaintiffs argued the city violated zoning code by not properly notifying property owners and limiting public hearing participation, but the judge found no prejudice or protected property interests were harmed.
- Robert Harrington transitions from NC Bar Association to interim mayor
Robert Harrington transitions from president of the North Carolina Bar Association to interim mayor of Charlotte. He will be sworn in to serve the remaining 18 months of Mayor Vi Lyles’ term, who is stepping down to spend more time with family. Harrington’s transition from the bar association will be finalized this weekend at its annual meeting in Uptown.
- 'It was a lot of kids': After weekend teen takeover, uptown residents say CMPD tower not always present
Residents in uptown reported a teen takeover over the weekend, noting the absence of CMPD tower presence. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) enforces a citywide curfew requiring teens aged 13-15 to be off public streets by 11 p.m.
- CMPD cracks down on Uptown ‘teen takeover,’ makes 24 arrests
CMPD conducted a crackdown on a Uptown Charlotte event dubbed a 'teen takeover,' resulting in 24 arrests and citations. The gathering involved over 200 teenagers on Saturday night.
- Chicago police warn of burglary spree targeting businesses in Loop, Lake View, Uptown
Chicago Police are warning of a string of burglaries at retail stores and restaurants in the Loop, Lake View, and Uptown. The incidents are part of a spree targeting businesses in these areas.
- Calls for better protections for domestic violence victims | The Chicago Report
Jonathan Wilson fatally shot a condo board president who was attempting to prevent him from violating a restraining order. Wilson was wounded by police and is in critical condition, facing first-degree murder charges. Alderman Silvana Tabares is discussing efforts to reform courts and enhance protections for domestic violence victims.
- Calls for better protections for domestic violence victims | The Chicago Report
Jonathan Wilson fatally shot a condo board president who was attempting to prevent him from violating a restraining order. Wilson was wounded by police and faces first-degree murder charges. Alderman Silvana Tabares discusses efforts to reform courts and improve protections for domestic violence victims.
- Chicago man charged with killing 63-year-old in Uptown earlier this week
A Chicago man has been charged with the murder of a 63-year-old man following a shooting on the North Side earlier this week. Police confirmed the incident and the subsequent charges.
- Man charged in shooting of Uptown condo president trying to protect resident
A man was charged with first-degree murder for fatally shooting an Uptown condo board president who was protecting a resident from him. The suspect, who had a protective order against him, was shot by police after the incident and has a history of criminal offenses.
- Houston City Council approves new pedestrian, bike route between Memorial Park and Uptown
Houston City Council approved a new pedestrian and bike route between Memorial Park and Uptown. The $22.5 million shared-use trail and bridge will cross Loop 610 near Buffalo Bayou, connecting Post Oak Boulevard and Woodway Drive in the Galleria area.
- Chicago police officer shoots person in Uptown, COPA spokesperson says
A Chicago police officer shot a person on the city's North Side on Monday evening, confirmed by a COPA spokesperson to ABC7.
- Person dies after early-morning shooting in Charlotte neighborhood
A person died after being shot in a north Charlotte neighborhood early Monday morning on Holly Street. Police found the individual with a gunshot wound and confirmed the death before hospital transport. Authorities classified the incident as 'isolated' with no suspects sought, and it occurred less than 24 hours after two other shootings in Charlotte.
- Two charged after overnight shooting in Uptown injures two people: CMPD
Two suspects were charged after an overnight shooting in Uptown that injured two people. Officers apprehended both individuals, one of whom was found with a firearm.