Okay, keep your eyes open for Bear the Canine Police Officer. He jumped his fence again on Saturday night. He is supposed to be friendly. If you find him or think you see him, call 911.
*** UPDATE:::: still missing...last seen near 87th and Cicero. Reward is being offered. ****
Monday, July 13, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Just too Gross - Burr Oak Cemetery is in a TON of Trouble
For those of you wondering what all the police, helicopters, etc. were all about today, here you go:
~From Chicagobreakingnews.com~
Dozens of graves have been dug up in historic Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip and the bodies dumped "in a massive pile on cemetery grounds," the Cook County sheriff's office says.
No details were immediately available, but Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart plans to hold a news conference at the gates of the cemetery in 4400 block of West 127th Street in the south suburb at 5 p.m.
His office says Dart will discuss the results of a financial crimes investigation at the cemetery, where many famous African-Americans are buried, including Emmett Till, Willie Dixon and Dinah Washington.
***** UPDATE**********
For at least the past four years, employees were excavating entire burial casks - including the concrete vault that surrounds the coffin - moving them to the area on the north end of the property and then smashing them into pieces, Dart said.
The sheriff's department started investigating the cemetery six weeks ago when the owners contacted the department, Dart said.
"It seems some people have some consciences and it bothered them," Dart said.
The investigation started as a financial crimes probe, but it soon took a turn, he said.
"What we found was beyond startling and revolting," Dart said.
He said the employees taking part in the scheme would bury new bodies in the plots, but would do so off the books so that the cemetery's records would not show their treachery. From the outside it would appear the bodies were never moved, he said.
~From Chicagobreakingnews.com~
Dozens of graves have been dug up in historic Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip and the bodies dumped "in a massive pile on cemetery grounds," the Cook County sheriff's office says.
No details were immediately available, but Cook County Sheriff Tom Dart plans to hold a news conference at the gates of the cemetery in 4400 block of West 127th Street in the south suburb at 5 p.m.
His office says Dart will discuss the results of a financial crimes investigation at the cemetery, where many famous African-Americans are buried, including Emmett Till, Willie Dixon and Dinah Washington.
***** UPDATE**********
For at least the past four years, employees were excavating entire burial casks - including the concrete vault that surrounds the coffin - moving them to the area on the north end of the property and then smashing them into pieces, Dart said.
The sheriff's department started investigating the cemetery six weeks ago when the owners contacted the department, Dart said.
"It seems some people have some consciences and it bothered them," Dart said.
The investigation started as a financial crimes probe, but it soon took a turn, he said.
"What we found was beyond startling and revolting," Dart said.
He said the employees taking part in the scheme would bury new bodies in the plots, but would do so off the books so that the cemetery's records would not show their treachery. From the outside it would appear the bodies were never moved, he said.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
This One's For Gina Benefit ~ July 11, 2009
On December 6th, 2008, Chicago Police Sergeant and long-time Mount Greenwood resident, Gina Dwyer-Meliska, suffered a cardiac arrest as a result of a condition called Apical Ballooning Syndrome (ABS). Although she was fortunate enough to receive CPR moments after her collapse, Gina was without oxygen for several minutes and remains in a minimally conscious state, changing the course of her life.
Although Gina's condition has stabilized, her biggest concern remains to be any neurological damage that may have occurred due to her loss of oxygen. Gina initially spent 17 days in ICU and has transferred to acute long-term care facilities. Unfortunately, Gina has faced many setbacks that interrupt her therapy. At this point, Gina faces indefinite, long-term care which will put a financial burden on the family.
Through this ordeal, it has become increasingly obvious how many hearts and lives Gina has touched throughout the years. First and foremost, Gina has always put her family in the number one position. Gina has a husband and three children all of whom Gina adores. Although they have been devastated by her illness, the family has been surviving with an outpouring of love from family, friends, and community.
With that being said, Gina is a remarkable, dedicated individual that has always contributed her time and efforts to others, working on countless benefits and in organizations going above and beyond the call of duty. Gina has been a dear friend and mentor to many, always seeing the good in a person and pushing those she knew to do their personal best, all while achieving her own personal goals: whether it be running a marathon or working towards her Masters degree, Gina has always been an inspiration.
It is at this time that we are asking for your help to aid the Dwyer-Meliska family. Please join us for a benefit:
July 11, 2009
115 Bourbon Street
3359 West 115th street
3-8 pm
There will be food, fun, beverages and prizes! If you are unable to make it, but would like to send or make a donation - non-monetary gifts to:
This One's for Gina
c\o Maggie Engstrom
11118 S. Washtenaw
Chicago, IL. 60655
c\o Maggie Engstrom
11118 S. Washtenaw
Chicago, IL. 60655
link for $$$ donations: http://thisonesforgina.mltprojects.com/donate.html
It is at this time that we need to take action for someone who has always given 110% to others...... This One’s for Gina.Thank you in advance for your generosity and consideration,
~The Committee
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
City Stickers for Sale at Mt. Greenwood Ward Office - TODAY
From 12 to 6 today only, you can buy your stickers from the Ward Office in Mt. Greenwood. The office is at 111th & Whipple.
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