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Concerned Bronzeville residents gather on a street corner at dusk, reflecting on recent youth violence incidents and the alderman's comments.

Bronzeville Alder Blames Parents After Teen Gatherings, Shootings

Over the weekend, seven young people, including a 12-year-old boy shot in the leg, were injured in separate shootings at unsanctioned youth gatherings in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood.

Rafael Mendoza·June 8, 2026

Split image: A lively Pride celebration crowd at Wrigley Field contrasted with a silent, empty social media feed, symbolizing the Chicago Cubs' digital detachment from Pride Month.

Business & Economy

Chicago Cubs Social Media Silent on Pride Month in 2026

As of Tuesday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs' social media accounts remained silent on Pride Month 2026, a stark departure from previous years.

Rafael Mendoza·June 4, 2026

A child illuminated by a smartphone screen in a dark room, symbolizing the risks of social media targeting and online exploitation.

Business & Economy

Illinois law restricts social media targeting of children

In 2025, reports to the Illinois ICAC Task Force surged by 45% over the previous year, signaling an escalating crisis of online child exploitation.

Rafael Mendoza·June 4, 2026

Dr Pepper Creamy Coconut bottle on a mini film set, promoting the 'It's a Pepper Fling' microdrama series.

Business & Economy

Dr Pepper promotes Creamy Coconut with new microdrama series

Dr Pepper, a brand boasting nearly $4 billion in Q1 revenue, is launching a four-episode social media microdrama, 'It's a Pepper Fling,' to promote its limited-time Creamy Coconut flavor.

Rafael Mendoza·May 23, 2026