Burning Cross Discovered In Grant Park Tuesday Afternoon, Officials Say

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Original Load Date June 9, 2026, 7 p.m.
Last Updated June 9, 2026, 7 p.m.
Original URL https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/06/09/burning-cross-discovered-in-grant-park-tuesday-afternoon-officials-say/

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DOWNTOWN — A burning cross was discovered and extinguished in Grant Park Tuesday afternoon, according to police and fire officials. The Chicago Fire Department put out the burning cross at 2:27 p.m. Tuesday near South Columbus and East Balbo drives, a spokesperson said. No one was hurt and there wa...