A group of males have been robbing commuters of their cell phones near the Red Line on the South Side since February, police said.
Commuters have been robbed of their cell phones and electronic devices on the Red Line train, platforms and buses between 55th and 95th streets, according to a community alert from Area South detectives.
The suspects are described as several black males wearing dark clothing, 15-22 years old and sporting short hair or dreadlocks, the alert said.
The suspects have attacked commuters with their hands and feet, the alert said.
Anyone with information should contact detectives at (312) 747-8273.
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Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
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On Friday, the current Chicago Teacher's Union President Karen Lewis announced that she has been re-elected and says she won with 80 percent of the vote.
On Friday, the current Chicago Teacher's Union President Karen Lewis announced that she has been re-elected and says she won with 80 percent of the vote.
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Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
