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Dylann Roof gets convicted
What’s up: The gunman behind the slaughter of nine black church members in South Carolina, Dylann Roof, was convicted of his crimes today.
Why you care: The June 17, 2015 slayings occurred during a Bible study and Roof’s actions were self-described as racially motivated, with the prosecution arguing that Roof hopes his actions would incite a race war. The killings instead motivated the removal of the Confederate flag from the South Carolina Statehouse where it had flown for 50 years.
Soundbite: “Those people couldn’t see the hatred in his heart any more than they could see the .45-caliber handgun and the eight magazines concealed around his waist,” Assistant U.S. Attorney Nathan Williams said in his closing argument.
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An arm and a leg to not even be inside? Nah, thanks
What’s up: The Wrigley Rooftops, owned and operated by the Ricketts family, announced their pre-sale on Thursday, showing a 19 percent increase in tickets on average.
Why you care: In 2016, a ticket on the low-end for the rooftops on average would run you $65 before taxes. Now, a similar ticket would be $73. The most expensive tickets will be around $340. Alternatively, you could watch the game from the comfort of a bar or, you know, your own home.
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It’s alright
What’s up: “Saved By the Bell”-inspired pop-up restaurant “Saved By the Max” announced it’ll be extending its stay in Chicago before embarking on a national tour. What, are we not good enough for you?
Why you care: The original round of reservations were swept up in record time for the restaurant’s official open in June. The restaurant will temporarily close after Dec. 31 and re-open Jan. 6 with new menu items from executive chef Brian Fisher. Reservations for 2017 open at 11 a.m. on Dec. 22 at savedbythemax.com, so get your laptops, cell phones and tablets ready to strike.
Soundbite: “But before we hit the road, we felt it only right to have one final semester right here in Chicago,” said Dennis Haskins, aka Principal Belding, in a video announcing the extension.
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