Chicago crime
Woman Set on Fire on Chicago Subway: Trump Criticizes City Leadership as Suspect With 72 Prior Arrests Faces Terrorism Charges
Nov 26, 2025 05:37 pm CST
A 26-year-old woman was deliberately set on fire aboard a CTA Blue Line train in Chicago by a man with 72 prior arrests. President Trump criticized city leadership, calling Chicago "out of control" while offering federal assistance. The suspect, Lawrence Reed, now faces federal terrorism charges for the attack that left victim Bethany MaGee with severe burns. Despite his extensive criminal history dating back to 1993, Reed has served only about 2.5 years in prison.
Indian Woman's Emotional Account of Chain Snatching in Downtown Chicago Raises Safety Concerns
Oct 13, 2025 01:56 pm CST
An Indian woman named Chabi Gupta shares her traumatic experience of having her chain snatched in broad daylight in downtown Chicago. Her emotional video, which includes a conversation with her worried parents in India, has gone viral and sparked discussions about urban safety in the United States compared to Indian cities. The incident highlights growing concerns about street robberies in popular Chicago areas like the Loop and Magnificent Mile.