Public SafetyJun 10, 2026Burning Cross Found in Chicago's Grant ParkA burning cross was found in Grant Park in downtown Chicago and was visible from Columbus Drive. Chicago police investigated for about three hours while the Chicago ...Grant Park (Chicago)Cross burning
Crime & LawJun 18, 2026Man Charged in Grant Park Cross BurningOn June 9, a burning cross was spotted in Grant Park on the 600 block of South Columbus Drive in Chicago. Police identified 21-year-old Merlin Lu as a suspect and ch...Hate crimeArsonGrant Park (Chicago)