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Chicago
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Chicago. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Twenty-two-year-old Jasir Bailey opened his streetwear shop StockBoy at 5239 S. Harper Ave in Hyde Park last week—he grew up stocking shelves downtown and now mentors young creatives with paid internships. His birthday grand opening drew about 400 visitors and showcased custom printing services and affordable clothing, with plans to expand his brand and support local talent. Hyde Park Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Federal immigration agents detained three workers and questioned an international student in Hyde Park this week—on Oct. 15 a Pizza Capri employee was detained near 52nd Street and agents were seen near Kenwood Academy, prompting local officials and community members to urge caution in the area. Hyde Park Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The UIC Crossing Latinidades initiative was named a 2025 Example of Excelencia for advancing Latino humanities in graduate education. Funded by the Mellon Foundation, the program brings together faculty and doctoral students in intensive summer training—strengthening pathways for future scholars. Today UIC
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