Local Politics · Chicago, IL
One year after a federal grand jury indicted six activists in the 'Broadview Six' case, legal proceedings continue at the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse. Although all charges were dismissed in May following allegations of grand jury misconduct, Judge April Perry is reviewing whether Justice Department officials obstructed justice. The judge has set an Oct. 30 deadline for prosecutors to provide internal communications regarding Washington D.C.'s involvement in the case.
Social Events · Chicago, IL
The 62nd annual Chicago International Film Festival, the longest-running competitive film festival in North America, concludes this Sunday with screenings at venues including the AMC theater in Lincoln Park, the Music Box Theatre in Lakeview, the Chicago History Museum, the National Museum of Mexican Art, and the University of Chicago. Over 100 films from more than 60 countries are in competition, featuring works by Ava Duvernay, Sophie Okonedo, Andrea Pallaoro, Sterling Macer Jr., and David and Liani Greaves. The festival also debuted a physical media fair for trading DVDs and VHS tapes. Organizers say they plan to expand neighborhood screenings next year while preserving the event's intimate character.
