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Shequila Morrison, Justin Blake, Tanya McLean,Bishop Tavis Grant, and Vaun Mayes listen as the verdict is read in the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial, outside of the Kenosha County Courthouse, Nov. 19, 2021, in Kenosha. Rittenhouse was acquitted of all charges.
Shequila Morrison, Justin Blake, Tanya McLean,Bishop Tavis Grant, and Vaun Mayes listen as the verdict is read in the Kyle Rittenhouse murder trial, outside of the Kenosha County Courthouse, Nov. 19, 2021, in Kenosha. Rittenhouse was acquitted of all charges.
A woman practicing the spiritual movement of Falun Gong, also known as Falun Dafa, meditates as people walk past at Chinatown Square, Nov. 13, 2021, in Chicago.
A woman practicing the spiritual movement of Falun Gong, also known as Falun Dafa, meditates as people walk past at Chinatown Square, Nov. 13, 2021, in Chicago.
J Caesar Vazquez takes pictures of his car in front of a mural of record producer Quincy Jones in the 2200 block of North Milwaukee Avenue on Nov. 18, 2021, in Chicago.
J Caesar Vazquez takes pictures of his car in front of a mural of record producer Quincy Jones in the 2200 block of North Milwaukee Avenue on Nov. 18, 2021, in Chicago.
Demonstrators march along the streets of Kenosha protesting the acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse and the need for justice during an event titled, “Our City, Our Justice” on Nov. 21, 2021, in Wisconsin. About 100 people gathered to protest and march along the streets in downtown.
Members of the Mobile Azalea Trail Maids before the start of the Thanksgiving Day parade down State Street on Nov. 25, 2021.
Members of the Mobile Azalea Trail Maids before the start of the Thanksgiving Day parade down State Street on Nov. 25, 2021.
Amelia Ateca, 6, holds up a sticker after receiving her 1st dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Yacktman Pediatrics on Nov. 4, 2021, in Park Ridge. In May 2020, at the age of 4, Amelia was one of the first children in the nation to be diagnosed with the COVID-19-related pediatric multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) by doctors at Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge.
Amelia Ateca, 6, holds up a sticker after receiving her 1st dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Yacktman Pediatrics on Nov. 4, 2021, in Park Ridge. In May 2020, at the age of 4, Amelia was one of the first children in the nation to be diagnosed with the COVID-19-related pediatric multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) by doctors at Advocate Children’s Hospital in Park Ridge.
Jennifer Pierce-Miller, right, covers the sign of Emily Cahill, left, as people with opposing views argue outside the Kenosha County Courthouse as the jury deliberates about the Kyle Rittenhouse case on Nov. 16, 2021 in Kenosha.
Jennifer Pierce-Miller, right, covers the sign of Emily Cahill, left, as people with opposing views argue outside the Kenosha County Courthouse as the jury deliberates about the Kyle Rittenhouse case on Nov. 16, 2021 in Kenosha.
Fall colors on trees near Cloud Gate in Millennium Park in Chicago on Nov. 8, 2021.
Fall colors on trees near Cloud Gate in Millennium Park in Chicago on Nov. 8, 2021.
Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet is tackled by Baltimore Ravens free safety Brandon Stephens on a catch attempt in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet is tackled by Baltimore Ravens free safety Brandon Stephens on a catch attempt in the third quarter at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
Gordon Beu takes photos in Sears in Woodfield Mall four days before it permanently closes on Nov. 11, 2021, in Schaumburg. Beu, who worked in this store for 25 years as a customer convenience manager, needed to get one last look at the store where he spent a quarter century. “Sears had big plans when they built this place. It was an amazing place and I still get together with people I worked with here.”
Chicago Bears safety Tashaun Gipson (38) and teammates strike poses after Gipson made an interception against the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
Chicago Bears safety Tashaun Gipson (38) and teammates strike poses after Gipson made an interception against the Baltimore Ravens in the fourth quarter at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
Lisle Senior High School sophomore Zoya Shaik, 15, outside the high school on Nov. 2, 2021, in Lisle. A teacher assistant allegedly made discriminatory and racist remarks for close to 30 minutes aimed at Zoya, who is of Indian descent, when she wore a hijab in class.
Lisle Senior High School sophomore Zoya Shaik, 15, outside the high school on Nov. 2, 2021, in Lisle. A teacher assistant allegedly made discriminatory and racist remarks for close to 30 minutes aimed at Zoya, who is of Indian descent, when she wore a hijab in class.
Fans cheer following the national anthem before a game between Northwestern Wildcats and Purdue Boilermakers at Wrigley Field on Nov. 20, 2021.
Fans cheer following the national anthem before a game between Northwestern Wildcats and Purdue Boilermakers at Wrigley Field on Nov. 20, 2021.
The 51-foot Blue Spruce tree from the home of Carlos and Noemi Benavides in Logan Square is secured to a crane before being cut down on Nov. 5, 2021. The tree was donated to the city to be the 108th annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree which was lit on Nov. 19.
The 51-foot Blue Spruce tree from the home of Carlos and Noemi Benavides in Logan Square is secured to a crane before being cut down on Nov. 5, 2021. The tree was donated to the city to be the 108th annual City of Chicago Christmas Tree which was lit on Nov. 19.
A staff member looks over the mural as Planned Parenthood unveils a community mural on the side of the Englewood Health Center - Planned Parenthood on Nov. 2, 2021.
A staff member looks over the mural as Planned Parenthood unveils a community mural on the side of the Englewood Health Center – Planned Parenthood on Nov. 2, 2021.
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury blocks a shot from San Jose Sharks left wing Alexander Barabanov during the second period at the United Center on Nov. 28, 2021.
Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury blocks a shot from San Jose Sharks left wing Alexander Barabanov during the second period at the United Center on Nov. 28, 2021.
Fans cheer between plays during a game between the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears at Ford Field, Nov. 25, 2021, in Detroit.
Fans cheer between plays during a game between the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears at Ford Field, Nov. 25, 2021, in Detroit.
Amy Barmann hugs bridal tailor Venera Lazova as Lazova holds Barmann's wedding dress after a fitting at Eva's Bridal International, Nov. 4, 2021, in Orland Park. Barmann had to delay her wedding from November 2020 to later this month because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Amy Barmann hugs bridal tailor Venera Lazova as Lazova holds Barmann’s wedding dress after a fitting at Eva’s Bridal International, Nov. 4, 2021, in Orland Park. Barmann had to delay her wedding from November 2020 to later this month because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fans react as Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan jumps back over other fans after jumping out of bounds in the second half of a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the United Center on Nov. 6, 2021.
Fans react as Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan jumps back over other fans after jumping out of bounds in the second half of a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the United Center on Nov. 6, 2021.
Chicago Blackhawks right wing Mike Hardman makes a pass prior to a goal by teammate Alex DeBrincat in the second period of a game against the Carolina Hurricanes at the United Center on Nov. 3, 2021.
Chicago Blackhawks right wing Mike Hardman makes a pass prior to a goal by teammate Alex DeBrincat in the second period of a game against the Carolina Hurricanes at the United Center on Nov. 3, 2021.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina, 17, at Centennial Park in Addison, where he spent much of his early childhood playing soccer.
Chicago Fire goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina, 17, at Centennial Park in Addison, where he spent much of his early childhood playing soccer.
Five-year-old Joshua Lopez touches a mural and ofrenda of his mother Marlen Ochoa-Lopez in Pilsen on Dia De Los Muertos, Nov. 2, 2021, in Chicago. Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was 19-years-old and pregnant when she was murdered in 2019. Her son was cut from her womb and survived for 53 days in the hospital before he died.
Five-year-old Joshua Lopez touches a mural and ofrenda of his mother Marlen Ochoa-Lopez in Pilsen on Dia De Los Muertos, Nov. 2, 2021, in Chicago. Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was 19-years-old and pregnant when she was murdered in 2019. Her son was cut from her womb and survived for 53 days in the hospital before he died.
Northwestern Wildcats defensive lineman Joe Spivak reacts after he tackles Purdue Boilermakers running back King Doerue for no gain on the play in the first quarter on Nov. 20, 2021.
Northwestern Wildcats defensive lineman Joe Spivak reacts after he tackles Purdue Boilermakers running back King Doerue for no gain on the play in the first quarter on Nov. 20, 2021.
Jeremiah Young delivers bottled water as part of the ongoing caravan effort organized by the Rev. Edward Pinkney to get clean water to Benton Harbor, Michigan, residents during the city's water crisis, on Nov. 9, 2021.
Jeremiah Young delivers bottled water as part of the ongoing caravan effort organized by the Rev. Edward Pinkney to get clean water to Benton Harbor, Michigan, residents during the city’s water crisis, on Nov. 9, 2021.
Lyanise Ramos, 7, receives her COVID-19 vaccine from Dr. Larry Domont during a free vaccination event at the Chicago Teachers Union Headquarters, Nov. 12, 2021. Children ages 5 and up received vaccinations in the wake of criticism over Lightfoot's rollout of the vaccine for children and a sudden school day off for Vaccine Awareness Day.
Lyanise Ramos, 7, receives her COVID-19 vaccine from Dr. Larry Domont during a free vaccination event at the Chicago Teachers Union Headquarters, Nov. 12, 2021. Children ages 5 and up received vaccinations in the wake of criticism over Lightfoot’s rollout of the vaccine for children and a sudden school day off for Vaccine Awareness Day.
Chicago Bears cornerback Kindle Vildor watches as Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth catches a touchdown pass in the third quarter, Nov. 8, 2021, at Heinz Field.
Chicago Bears cornerback Kindle Vildor watches as Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth catches a touchdown pass in the third quarter, Nov. 8, 2021, at Heinz Field.
Jussie Smollett walks outside the Leighton Criminal Courthouse, Nov. 29, 2021, in Chicago. Earlier in the day a jury was selected for the trial of the former “Empire” actor who is accused of commissioning a fake hate crime on himself three years ago to boost his career.
Fans and players applaud while radio analyst Troy Murray, who is currently battling cancer, walks on the ice with 15-year-old Devin Pittges, who is in remission from osteosarcoma, to drop the puck before the Chicago Blackhawks play the San Jose Sharks at the United Center on Nov. 28, 2021.
Fans and players applaud while radio analyst Troy Murray, who is currently battling cancer, walks on the ice with 15-year-old Devin Pittges, who is in remission from osteosarcoma, to drop the puck before the Chicago Blackhawks play the San Jose Sharks at the United Center on Nov. 28, 2021.
White Sox fan Phillip London snaps photos at the a special memorial for Minnie Miñoso outside of Guaranteed Rate Field on what would have been his 96th birthday on Nov. 29, 2021. Miñoso broke the color barrier in Chicago baseball when he debuted with the White Sox in 1951, hitting a home run during his first at-bat.
White Sox fan Phillip London snaps photos at the a special memorial for Minnie Miñoso outside of Guaranteed Rate Field on what would have been his 96th birthday on Nov. 29, 2021. Miñoso broke the color barrier in Chicago baseball when he debuted with the White Sox in 1951, hitting a home run during his first at-bat.
Yerin Hong is greeted by her boyfriend, Soon Kim, as she arrives from Germany at O'Hare International Airport on Nov. 8, 2021, as the U.S. lifts the pandemic travel ban for vaccinated international travelers.
Yerin Hong is greeted by her boyfriend, Soon Kim, as she arrives from Germany at O’Hare International Airport on Nov. 8, 2021, as the U.S. lifts the pandemic travel ban for vaccinated international travelers.
David Garza wears a skull mask on the back of his head while Alicia Saucedo waves smoke from the resin of a coco tree around his body outside El Milagro in Little Village on Nov. 2, 2021. Workers and supporters gathered on Dia De Los Muertos to hold a vigil and rally in honor of the five workers who died of COVID-19.
David Garza wears a skull mask on the back of his head while Alicia Saucedo waves smoke from the resin of a coco tree around his body outside El Milagro in Little Village on Nov. 2, 2021. Workers and supporters gathered on Dia De Los Muertos to hold a vigil and rally in honor of the five workers who died of COVID-19.
Fall colors complement the Bahá'í House of Worship on Nov. 8, 2021, in Wilmette.
Fall colors complement the Bahá’í House of Worship on Nov. 8, 2021, in Wilmette.
Attendees walk through the Lincoln Park Zoo during ZooLights on Nov. 22, 2021.
Attendees walk through the Lincoln Park Zoo during ZooLights on Nov. 22, 2021.
Members of the Pre-Dance Elite Studios, Team USA Dancers from Algonquin, practice their moves before the start of the Thanksgiving Day parade down State Street on Thanksgiving Day.
Members of the Pre-Dance Elite Studios, Team USA Dancers from Algonquin, practice their moves before the start of the Thanksgiving Day parade down State Street on Thanksgiving Day.
Military helicopters fly overhead during pregame ceremonies between the Chicago Bears and Baltimore Ravens at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
Military helicopters fly overhead during pregame ceremonies between the Chicago Bears and Baltimore Ravens at Soldier Field on Nov. 21, 2021.
12-year-old Nathaniel Barajas receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine from registered nurse Leyda Rojas at MacNeal Hospital Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, in Berwyn.
12-year-old Nathaniel Barajas receives the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine from registered nurse Leyda Rojas at MacNeal Hospital Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, in Berwyn.
Nashville Predators left wing Tanner Jeannot pushes Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Calvin de Haan into the glass during the first period at the United Center on Nov. 7, 2021.
Nashville Predators left wing Tanner Jeannot pushes Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Calvin de Haan into the glass during the first period at the United Center on Nov. 7, 2021.
Kia Walker, mother of Tommy Schaefer, talks to reporters regarding her son and also her granddaughter, Stella, as she tears up at O'Hare International Airport Terminal 5 upon the arrival of Heather Mack in Chicago on Nov. 3, 2021.
Kia Walker, mother of Tommy Schaefer, talks to reporters regarding her son and also her granddaughter, Stella, as she tears up at O’Hare International Airport Terminal 5 upon the arrival of Heather Mack in Chicago on Nov. 3, 2021.
Jon Endelmann, of Clarksville, Ind., carries the family haul during Black Friday holiday shopping at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg on Nov. 26, 2021.
Jon Endelmann, of Clarksville, Ind., carries the family haul during Black Friday holiday shopping at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg on Nov. 26, 2021.
A flock of pigeons flies past part of the Chicago skyline, as seen from the Logan Square neighborhood, on Nov. 30, 2021.
A flock of pigeons flies past part of the Chicago skyline, as seen from the Logan Square neighborhood, on Nov. 30, 2021.