THURSDAY’S MEETINGS AND EVENTS*
7 a.m. — (GLEN ELLYN) Illinois Chamber of Commerce and U.S. Chamber of Commerce host 2nd annual Cybersecurity Conference, with speakers including Illinois Chief Information Officer Kirk Lonbom, and Northrop Grumman Chief Information Security Officer Michael Papay. Crowne Plaza, 1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn. Contact: Ben Brockschmidt, bbrockschmidt@ilchamber.org or (312) 983-7112.
8 a.m. — (TINLEY PARK) 7th annual College Changes Everything Conference, which is focused on improving efforts to make college possible for all Illinois students. Until 4 p.m. Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Dr., Tinley Park. Contact: Lynne Baker, (847) 831-8024 or Lynne.Baker@isac.illinois.gov.
9 a.m. — (GENEVA) Geneva’s All Chocolate Kitchen will celebrate the 48th anniversary of the moon landing by inviting guests to take one last look at the 700-pound, all white chocolate replica of astronaut Neil Armstrong before it will be retired. Until 9 p.m. 33 S. Third St., Geneva. Contact: Emily Potts, (773) 969-5205 or emily@heronagency.com.
10 a.m. — (CHICAGO) Illinois Department of Human Services will celebrate the 27th anniversary of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act with an art exhibit, entertainment by performers with disabilities, ADA information workshops and exhibits from federal, state and local organizations. Until 3 p.m. Thompson Center, 100 W. Randolph St. Contact: Meghan Powers, (312) 793-0629 or Meghan.Powers@illinois.gov.
10 a.m. — (CHICAGO) The Grassroots Education Movement and Chicago Teachers Union will conduct the “Bus Tour for Fair Funding” to show the consequences of CPS budget cuts.
–10 a.m. Bus departs from CTU Headquarters, 1901 W. Carroll Ave.
–11:15 a.m. Press availability at National Teachers Academy, 55 W. Cermak.
–12:15 p.m. Press availability, Uplift High School, 900 W. Wilson Ave.
–1 p.m. Press availability at CTU Headquarters.
Contact: Chris Geovanis, (312) 446-4939 or chrisgeovanis@gmail.com.
10 a.m. — (WESTERN SPRINGS) Shedd Aquarium volunteers and CPS students take part in Great Lakes Action Day to pick up litter, remove invasive species and restore wildlife habitats. Bob Mann Woods, Salt Creek Trail, Western Springs. Contact: Kelsey Ryan, kryan@sheddaquarium.org.
11 a.m. — (CHICAGO) Cook County Circuit Court Chief Judge Tomothy Evans press conference to announce opening of Restorative Justice Community Court in North Lawndale, with Judge Colleen F. Sheehan, who will preside over the court. UCAN, 3605 W. Fillmore. Contact: Pat Milhizer, (312) 603-5160 or pat.milhizer@cookcountyil.gov. (NOTE: Camera crews should arrive by 10:30 a.m.)
11 a.m. — (ROUND LAKE BEACH) A disaster resource center will open for Lake County residents impacted by the floods to meet with trained counselors for resources, obtain housing and insurance information and other assistance. Until 8 p.m. 965 E. Rollins Rd., Round Lake Beach. Contact: Jennie Vana, (847) 377-7100 or (847) 707-9210.
11 a.m. — (CHICAGO) City Council Committee on Transportation and Public Way meets. City Hall, Room 201A, 121 N. LaSalle. Contact: (312) 744-4096.
11:30 a.m. — (CHICAGO) City Club of Chicago hosts panel discussion on “Gang Violence in Chicago,” with speakers including Ald. Raymond Lopez, Sun-Times columnist Mary Mitchell, and the Rev. Michael Pfleger. Maggiano’s Banquets, 111 W. Grand Ave. Contact: Tweed Thornton, tthornton@cityclub-chicago.org or (312) 565-6500.
Noon — (HAMMOND, Ind.) Festival of the Lakes features live music, Fishing Derby, Polka Party, fair rides, games, food and more on Wolf Lake, Lake George and Lake Michigan. Through July 23. Wolf Lake Pavilion, 2405 Calumet Ave., Hammond, Ind. Contact: (219) 853-6378.
1:05 p.m. — (CHICAGO) Chicago White Sox will hold the 10th annual Double Duty Classic, an event celebrating the history and tradition of Negro League baseball in Chicago and promoting the next generation of inner-city baseball players. Guaranteed Rate Field, 333 W. 35th St. Contact: Julianna Bartosz, (312) 674-5318 or Jbartosz@chisox.com.
3 p.m. — (CHICAGO) Chicago Human Rhythm Project presents the 27th annual summer festival Rhythm World. Fine Arts Building, 420 S. Michigan Ave. Contact: Jill Chukerman, (773) 392-1409 or jillchukerman@gmail.com.
3 p.m. — (EAST CHICAGO, Ind.) Ramirez Produce will host a grand opening celebration. 3929 Main St., Suite B, East Chicago, Indiana. Contact: (219) 391-8206.
3 p.m. — (ST. CHARLES) Kane County Fair. Through July 23. Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Rd., St. Charles. Contact: Katherine Unger, (630) 584-6926.
4 p.m. — (HIGHWOOD) 2nd annual North Shore Taco Fest & 49th annual Highwood Days festival features carnival rides, food, live music and more. Through July 23. Metra Station, 130 Highwood Ave., Highwood. Contact: (847) 432-1924.
4 p.m. — (AURORA) Mayor Richard Irvin hosts a business meet-and-greet. Until 6 p.m. Robert Morris University, 905 Meridian Lake Dr., Aurora. Contact: (630) 256-3160 or info@investaurora.org.
4 p.m. — (ELMHURST) Illinois Tollway will host an open house meeting to gather public input on operational improvements at the I-290/I-88 Interchange on the Tri-State Tollway. Elmhurst City Hall, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst. Contact: Dan Rozek, (630) 241-6800 ext. 2392 or drozek@getipass.com.
5:30 p.m. — (LOMBARD) 50th annual Sacred Heart Germanfest. Also July 21, 23. Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 114 S Elizabeth St., Lombard. Contact: (630) 627-4549.
6 p.m. — (ARGONNE) Argonne National Laboratory hosts “Science and the Future of Food” as part of the OutLoud Lecture Series. Building 402, 9700 S. Cass Ave., Argonne. Contact: (630) 252-2000.
6 p.m. — (CHICAGO) The Spa at Trump will launch its pop-up Pure Oxygen Bubble spa service, the first pure oxygen bubble treatment in the Midwest. 401 N. Wabash Ave., #14m. Contact: Audrey Wayne, (312) 878-1222 or audrey@imrchicago.com; or Erin Baebler, erin@imrchicago.com.
6 p.m. — (CHICAGO) Chicago Teachers Union hosts community forum on CPS’ new Single High School Application system. Juarez Community Academy, 1450 W. Cermak. Contact: leadership@ctulocal1.com.
6 p.m. — (CHICAGO) 15th annual Paws Beach Party to benefit the no-kill shelter features entertainment and refreshments for visitors and pets, pet spa and more. Castaways at North Avenue Beach, 1603 N. Lake Shore Dr. Contact: Sarah McDonald, (773) 890-5116 or smcdonald@pawschicago.org.
6 p.m. — (CHICAGO) Chicago SummerDance features salsa and bachata lessons and music by El Caobo. Grant Park, Spirit of Music Garden, 601 S. Michigan Ave. Contact: Christine Carrino, (312) 744-0573 or christine.carrino@cityofchicago.org.
6:30 p.m. — (CHICAGO) 40th Ward Regular Democratic Party hosts Candidate Forum with gubernatorial candidate Chris Kennedy. Northside College Prep, 5501 N. Kedzie. Contact: ward40@cityofchicago.com.
7 p.m. — (CHICAGO) Youth members of the “Project Inclusion” string orchestra perform as part of the Grant Park Music Festival. Mozart Park, 2036 N. Avers. Contact: Jill Hurwitz, (312) 744-9179 or jill.hurwitz@gpmf.org.
7:30 p.m. — (CHICAGO) Cirque du Soleil invites media cameras and photographers to shoot the final dress rehearsal before the opening of its Big Top production of “Luzia.” United Center, parking lot, 1901 W. Madison. Contact: Elizabeth Neukirch, (312) 932-9950 or elizabeth@silvermangroupchicago.com. (NOTEW: Media must RSVP by 3 p.m.Media must arrive by 7 p.m. at media accreditation table on Damen between Adams and Monroe. No wireless audio equipment. No flash. Cameras and photogs must stay in fixed position.)
THURSDAY’S COURT DOCKET*
9:30 a.m. call — (BRIDGEVIEW) Lance McDonald, charged with first-degree murder; Accused of beating his stepfather to death with a hammer in Lyons in July 2016. Status. Bridgeview Courthouse, 10220 S. 76th Ave., Bridgeview. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Devonte Dodd and Semaj Waters, both charged with murder, attempted robbery and mob action; Accused of trying to rob a woman who was fatally struck by a pickup as she tried to flee across Lake Shore Drive. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Morgan Ellis, charged with child endangerment leading to death; A pregnant woman accused of giving her one-year-old son a fatal dose of morphine on 11-18-15 at their Austin neighborhood home. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
10 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Miguel A. Garcia, charged with first-degree murder; Accused of stabbing his roommate to death in their Back of the Yards home on 5-28-16. Status. County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Silvestre Garcia, charged with aggravated DUI causing death and leaving the scene of an accident; Accused in a DUI hit-and-run crash that left a pregnant woman dead and caused the delivery of her premature baby boy in North Lawndale on 12-24-15. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Janette Glenn, charged with murder; A woman charged with beating her elderly mother to death after the woman’s 82nd birthday party in May 2013. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Christopher Harp, charged with first-degree murder; Accused in the 5-7-15 shooting of 28-year-old Antonio Galtney in Englewood. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Natrell Jackson and Michael Whitehead, both charged with first-degree murder; Accused of fatally shooting a 30-year-old woman on 2-26-16 in Armour Square. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Charles Lawson, charged with attempted murder, aggravated battery, possession of a stolen vehicle, eluding police and more; Accused of shooting and critically wounding a Chicago Police officer during a high-speed chase in August 2016. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Jerome Lofton, charged with first-degree murder; Accused of fatally shooting a man during an argument on 6-2-2014. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
9:30 a.m. call — (CHICAGO) Cordero H. Sims, charged with first-degree murder; Accused with fatally shooting a man in a Lincoln Square McDonald’s parking lot on 11-18-13 during an alleged drug deal. Status. Cook County Criminal Courthouse, 2600 S. California Ave. Contact: Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, (312) 603-3423.
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