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Burning Cross Found in Chicago's Grant Park, Police Investigate Hate Crime

11 June 2026 15:00

A burning cross was discovered in Chicago's Grant Park on Tuesday, sparking a hate crime investigation. - The cross was set on fire near South Columbus Drive around 2:30 p.m.

- Police released an image of a man in black pants as a person of interest. - Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson condemned the act, calling it hateful and intimidating.

- A $10,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest. The incident has drawn widespread outrage, with community leaders calling for education about the symbol's hateful history.

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