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Chicago area Muslims celebrate end of Ramadan
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CBS 2's Andrew Ramos reports as Muslims in Chicago celebrate the end of Ramadan, their event is in the shadow of war in the Middle East.
Three people were shot at the end of a Ramadan event attended by around 1,000 people in West Philadelphia's Parkside section Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Student-athletes at MCC Academy in Morton Grove are demonstrating exceptional devotion, like senior basketball star Youseff Hassab. They're balancing sports and fasting during the holy month of Ramadan.
The team was practicing on empty stomachs, each finding both difficulty and blessing in their journey without food or water from dawn until sunset.
The players find both the difficulty and blessing in their journey without food or water from dawn until sunset.
The group gathered near Buckingham Fountain to pray Taraweeh, the night prayer offered in congregation during the month of Ramadan.
Police said a man broke the glass on the side door of the building as a prayer service was getting underway for Ramadan.
The donations were a beacon of light and hope a day after the first crescent moon was spotted to begin Ramadan.
Hundreds of Chicago Muslims lined up Monday to receive boxes of food – blessings from Allah – in the West Ridge community as part of the holy celebration of Ramadan. CBS 2's Darius Johnson reports.
It could happen in time for Ramadan, which starts next weekend.
Mediators say both sides appear to want a pause and are willing to give concessions.
All month long, Muslims have fasted from dawn to dusk and challenged themselves to be better while helping others.
Around the world on Friday, Muslims celebrated Eid, the end of the holy month of Ramadan. There was a large prayer service at the Islamic Center of Wheaton in the afternoon.
Organizers said it's an opportunity for neighbors to come together and learn about each other, and the holiday.
A good meal with a good message - on Wednesday, the local restaurant chain S2 Express Grill gave away 1,000 free meals to celebrate Ramadan, a holy month for Muslims. Organizers said it's an opportunity for neighbors to come together and learn about each other, and the holiday that's all about fasting, prayer and charity.
The association asked for more collaboration to promote small businesses and improve the city's economy as a whole.
The aldermen broke fast with members of the Arab American Business & Professional Association at the Alhambra Palace Restaurant, 1240 W. Randolph St.
GainPeace is also planning to hold open houses at mosques across Chicago, so people can learn about Islam and socialize.
If you're driving to O'Hare International Airport, soon you'll see a billboard aimed at educating Chicagoans on what Ramadan is all about.
The emphasis on community is especially important for a nonprofit that works to assist Muslims in need of food and shelter, along with helping refugees in the area.
The Chicago chapter of the Islamic Circle of North America Relief offers various programs. CBS 2's Audrina Bigos talked with Asma Jarad, spokesperson for ICNA Relief about the organization's mission.
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Besides spring break, people might be traveling for Easter, Passover, and Ramadan as well.
Imams will lead the invocation at Tuesday's council meeting, and the mayor will also honor youth leaders for their community service.
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Llamas said he is stepping down Aug. 1 to care for his ailing father, who is battling stage 4 stomach cancer.
The conversations came after significant cracks began to emerge in Mr. Biden's dam of support from members of his own party.
Llamas said he is stepping down Aug. 1 to care for his ailing father, who is battling stage 4 stomach cancer.
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"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
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The Fresh Market already has stores in Crystal Lake, Geneva, Lake Forest, and Wilmette.
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It affects almost seven million Americans. It will be sold under the brand name Kisunla. It's supposed to be for people with very early onset symptoms and used through monthly infusions.
Keely Roberts spoke about how her son, Cooper, and family are recovering after the 2022 shooting.
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The first shooting took place on the inbound Stevenson Expressway near Halsted Street.
The conversations came after significant cracks began to emerge in Mr. Biden's dam of support from members of his own party.
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The last flight of the night from Montego Bay was a full one. Some passengers said they changed their plans to escape the potential storm.
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The former University of Illinois football player had been hired at Aunt Martha's despite having a criminal conviction on his record.
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They hope national recognition from the U.S. surgeon general will actually make a difference.
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A day after the fire, residents still could not get back into the building at 1852 W. Palm Dr., near Golf Road in the Orion ParkView Apartments complex.
Trea Turner hit two long home runs, and the major league-leading Philadelphia Phillies hung on to beat the struggling Chicago Cubs 6-4.
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Body camera footage showed police getting out of their car and witnessing a fight between two men. Officers fired at the person they said had a knife.
The woman was stopped after allegedly driving at over 100 miles per hour and tried to escape from handcuffs after being arrested.
Police had only vague descriptions of the thieves, who were both wearing hoodies and masks.
The victims were in an alley behind the 8900 block of South Cottage Grove Avenue when someone shot them both, police said.
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