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NATO Protesters Clash with Police

Brent Lewis — Wed, 23 May 2012 17:22:07 +0000

NATO protesters began their largest march of the NATO summit, Sunday, May 20, 2012 underneath the Pertillo Band Shell in Grant Park which led them to the cross section of Michigan and Cermak, where things became tense between the police and protesters. A small series of clashes took place between police and protesters, leaving many protesters injured and even bloody in some cases.

Student Injured by Manifest Installation

Brent Lewis — Wed, 02 May 2012 20:06:56 +0000

Brent Lewis | THE CHRONICLE
A student was injured Wednesday afternoon in the A and D gallery while installing art for the Manifest celebration. Witnesses at the scene say the front display collapsed because of too much weight from the front half of the display. Ambulances and fire crews reported to the scene and the student was removed from the scene on a stretcher into the back of an ambulance.

Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich Bids Farewell

Brent Lewis — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 14:56:25 +0000

Students from the Multimedia Photojournalism class joined with the other 250 members of the media as well as the general public on the front lawn of Former Illinois Governor, Rod Blagojevich, to catch a glimpse of him before reporting to federal prison.

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Stand Off in Uptown

Brent Lewis — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:27:26 +0000

Four people were arrested after a six-hour standoff on Dec. 5 on the 4600 block of North Broadway. Three individuals barricaded themselves in a building around 4:15 after another individual involved in a firearms investigation, was arrested six hours earlier. The individuals involved were “wanted” and Town Hall District officers and ATF agents were notified that they were in the Chicago area. The incident caused the CTA Red Line to shutdown between Belmont on Berwyn, and the Purple Line Express was shut down as well. Police recovered a .40-caliber handgun, a .450caliber handgun and a 223 rifle with a scope, along with a bullet proof vest at the scene.

Funeral for Maggie Daley

Brent Lewis — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:12:39 +0000

Sara Mays | THE CHRONICLE
The funeral service for the former first lady of Chicago, Maggie Daley was held on Nov. 28, 2011 at Old St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Mrs. Daley died on Thanksgiving day due to metastatic breast cancer, that she has been battling for almost a decade, at the age of 68. The funeral ceremony was held next to the Francis Xavier Warde school which Mrs. Daley helped found. Mrs. Daley’s son Patrick Daley spoke during the service saying he will always remember his mother’s enjoyment and laughter for life and “an occasional piece of dark chocolate.”

Urban Dolorosa

Brent Lewis — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:29:09 +0000

Urban Dolorosa is a multimedia ceremony to honor the school age children and teenagers that were killed by violence over the past 3 school years in Chicago. The ceremony took place in 5 locations throughout the city and brought together all groups of people to honor those they have lost to violence. Urban Dolorosa included a musical choir, poetry and photographs. The piece brought out many individuals to pay their respects including Mayor Rahm Emanuel as well as Chicago Public School CEO Jean Claude-Brizard.

Dia De Los Muertos Procession in Pilsen

Brent Lewis — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:28:57 +0000

Pros Arts Studio, Pilsen Environmental Rights and Reform Organization took part in the Dia De Los Muertos procession in Pilsen on Wednesday Nov. 2, 2011. The annual Dia De Los Muertos is the longest running Day of the Dead event in Pilsen running for 32 years. Pro Art Studio is focused on creating art and working with children, while creating great opportunities for the Pilsen Community. The procession was held to remember those who have died from air pollution.

Willis Tower Climb 2011

Brent Lewis — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 20:28:48 +0000

Climbers took to the Willis Tower on Sundaty Nov. 6, 2011 to climb 103 floors which equals 2,109 steps to the Willis Tower Skydeck benefiting Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago. Hand cycles with virtual climbing screens were avilable for those who were unable to climb the stairwell. Last year the Chicago event raised more than $1,000,000 for the RIC, making it the #1 rehabilitation Hospital in America.

Occupying A Critical Mass [Slideshow]

Brent Lewis — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:55:18 +0000

Participants of Critical Mass dressed up in costumes for their Halloween bike ride on Oct. 28, 2011. Critical Mass is a bike ride that takes place in Chicago on the last Friday of every month. The ride leaves from Daley Plaza at 5:30p.m. to the sounds of blow horns, bells and yelling of “lets mass!” On Oct. 28, 2011 the Critical Mass route passed by the Chicago Federal Reserve located at 230 South La Salle Street to show their support. The bike riders were greeted with signs and chanting from the Occupy Chicago group. | Sara Mays THE CHRONICLE

Occupy Chicago Arrests [Slideshow]

Brent Lewis — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:42:52 +0000

Members of Occupy Chicago were arrested during a protest in Grant Park, Saturday, October 22, 2011, after refusing to leave the park after it closed at 11 P.M. Over 100 protesters were arrested, many for the second time.

Occupy Chicago 2011: Michigan Avenue Protest

Brent Lewis — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:37:22 +0000

A rush hour protest erupted from five different parts of the loop. All with different agendas, but with the overall same goal, to create change in the city of Chicago. Members of unions, Occupy Chicago and many other organizations flooded the streets of Chicago, October 11, 2011, from five different areas all to meet up at the Art Institute’s Modern Wing.

Bank of America Chicago Marathon 2011 [Slideshow]

Brent Lewis — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:59:17 +0000

The photo staff of the Columbia Chronicle followed the marathon through all parts of the city to show the diversity of the city, fans, and participants in this year’s 2011 Bank of American Chicago Marathon. This year brought out 45,000 runners and thousands more to watch and cheer them on. This years winners on the Men side was Moses Mosop of Kenya with a time of 2 hours, 5 minutes and 37 seconds. The Women side went to 3 time winner Liliya Shobukhova of Russia, with a time of 2 hours, 18 minutes and 20 seconds.
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Chicago Beach Polo World Cup 2011

Brent Lewis — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 18:46:15 +0000

Members of the Women’s Lufthansa Private Jet (gray) and Gascon (purple) teams participated in the Grey Goose Chicago Beach Polo World Cup on Saturday and Sunday at North Avenue Beach. Originally, the tournament was held every year in Miami, Florida. However, Bruce Orosz, who brought the sport to the United States, saw the beauty of North Avenue Beach and knew he had to hold the tournament in Chicago. A portion of the funds raised will go to the 100 Club of Chicago, which helps families of fallen fire and police officers.

Coyote Festival-The Wicker Park/ Bucktown Festival of the Arts

Brent Lewis — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:54:19 +0000

Coyote Festival
The Wicker Park/ Bucktown Festival of the Arts is a three day art fest hosted by the Flat Iron Artist’s Association, kicks off Friday night at 1579 North Milwaukee Avenue. Painters photographers, musicians, jewelers and more welcome guest to enjoy their work in their studio space of the Flat Iron building.

September 11: A Decade Later

Brent Lewis — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 17:08:41 +0000

A slideshow of September 11, 2011 from around Chicago and neighboring suburbs, by the staff of the Columbia Chronicle.

September 11, 2011 was a day that will forever live in the hearts of Americans forever. Being a decade later areas all through out Chicago showed their pride with ceremonies and dedications to the brave men and women who lost their lives due to the terror attack of that day.

Fresh Moves Delivers The Goods

Brent Lewis — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 15:59:17 +0000

Fresh Moves is an organization that sells fresh produce to residents of the Austin and Lawndale neighborhoods that do not have the ability to reach fresh produce. These neighborhoods, known as food deserts, do not have big chain grocery stores or stores with fresh produce. Fresh Moves developed by community leaders are trying to get these residents to eat better in the hope that they can live better and develop better eating habits for the future.