A controversial, anti-violence activist priest in Chicago who once caught attention for his relationship with former President Barack Obama is under investigation for another sexual abuse of a minor case. The Archdiocese of Chicago announced Saturday that Father Michael Pfleger will be under investigation for a new allegation of sexual abuse of a minor said to have taken place more than 30 years ago, according to a statement. "Father Pfleger has been asked to step aside from ministry and live away from the parish while the allegation is investigated. He has agreed to cooperate fully with this request," Archbishop of Chicago Cardinal Blase J. Cupich said Saturday. The allegation was reported to the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services and law enforcement officials.
Chicago postal workers attacked by serial armed robber: Criminals know there are 'no consequences'
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Residents of Chicago now fear a new wave of criminal activity as numerous incidents were reported of an armed suspect robbing postal workers at gunpoint. Chicago mayoral candidate and Democratic alderman Raymond Lopez and Alderman Anthony Napolitano joined "Fox & Friends" Tuesday to discuss the Chicago crime wave and the new attacks. "The criminals know that there are a lot of goods being transported through the Postal Service, and they are targeting our workers, trying to get a hold of those keys so that they could break into the mailboxes, violate federal law, city law and every other law they could think of, because in Chicago, there are no consequences," Lopez said. One woman in Chicago reportedly had a $37,000 check stolen in October. After attempting to send the check in the mail to a landscaping contractor, she learned that the check was deposited by someone else. A USPS deliveryman sorting in the back of his truck in Chicago, Illinois, on Sept.
10, 2015. (iStock) Chicago police reported at least five similar cases since mid-August and have sent out a community notice, warning residents of the criminal activity. "The postal workers have become like every other citizen around Chicago, worried about every step they take," Napolitano told host Ainsley Earhardt. "We have seen where under this administration, criminals have been emboldened to get wilder and crazier," Lopez said.
Chicago priest Father Michael Pfleger facing new sexual abuse allegation
The Archdiocese of Chicago announced Saturday that Father Michael Pfleger will be under investigation for a new allegation of sexual abuse of a minor. The alleged sexual abuse is said to have taken place more than 30 years ago, according to a statement. "Father Pfleger has been asked to step aside from ministry and live away from the parish while the allegation is investigated.
‘SNL’ Scorns Donald Trump Subpoena Vote At This Week’s January 6 Committee Hearing In Tired Cold Open
“January 6th was one of the most dramatic and consequential moments in our nation’s history,” proclaimed Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS) as portrayed tonight on Saturday Night Live once again by Kenan Thompson. “So, to fight back, we assembled a team of monotone nerds to do a Power Point,” the long time cast member added as fellow SNLers played Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) and soon-to-be departing Rep. Liz Cheney (R-WY), with the latter in the form of Heidi Gardner.
Vicki Gunvalson Doesn’t ‘Care to Know’ Teddi Mellencamp, Addresses Ashley Darby’s Comment Calling Her the ‘Rudest’ Bravo Star
Not on good terms? Following a run-in with Teddi Mellencamp at BravoCon 2022, Vicki Gunvlason opened up about where the duo stand now.
Gov. Hochul orders investigation after New York teacher told to take down 'progress pride' flag
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul, D, has reportedly ordered an investigation into a Long Island high school, after the administration asked a math teacher take down her "Progress Pride" flag.
Chicago crime frustrations mount against State's Attorney Kim Foxx as 'mass exodus' continues: source
Frustrations continue to mount against Cook County States Attorney Kimberly Foxx as a growing number of attorneys in her office resign, a source familiar with the matter told Fox News Digital. Four Cook County Assistant State's Attorneys (ASAs) recently resigned from Foxx's Felony Review Unit — three of whom quit on the same day — all within the past two weeks, a source familiar with the matter told Fox News Digital.
R Kelly accused of fraudulently selling his music rights after losing sex abuse litigation
R Kelly has been accused of fraudulently selling his music rights to a childhood friend in order to avoid that intellectual property from being used to cover the damages he was ordered to pay as a result of civil litigation over allegations of sexual abuse.The musician was sued by Heather Williams in February 2019, a month after the screening of the ‘Surviving R Kelly’ programme that prompted various new criminal investigations into the many allegations of sexual abuse that had been made against the star over the years.Those criminal investigations, of course, have resulted in two high profile trials to date, in both Chicago and New York. In the former he was found guilty of enticing minors to engage in criminal sexual activity and of filming that abuse.
Illinois Democrats acknowledge 'tweaks' to SAFE-T Act language could be made following public outcry
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker recently acknowledged that changes to the language of the controversial SAFE-T Act, which eliminates cash bail and makes changes to policing, might need to be made following public outcry across the state but one crime expert told Fox News Digital that isn’t enough.
Chicago train hits car on city's far South Side, 2 injuries reported
A train hit a car on Chicago's far South Side on Sunday afternoon. A spokesperson for Metra, which operates the train, said that outbound Rock Island train #113 crashed into a car at West 111th Street near Marshfield Avenue, according to FOX 32.
Chicago-area's guaranteed income program open to illegal immigrants
Illegal immigrants can apply for a guaranteed basic income pilot program in Illinois that will provide participants with monthly cash payments for two years. The Cook County Promise Guaranteed Income Pilot will send 3,250 residents $500 each month in cash assistance.
Chicago man allegedly shot, killed 2 people at party while on bond for attempted murder, prosecutors say
A man free on bond for attempted murder and drug charges allegedly shot and killed two men last month in Chicago, prosecutors said this week. Absalom Coakley, 29, allegedly fired a single shot with a .40-caliber handgun, striking 29-year-old Terrance Johnson Jr. in the back of the head in the early morning hours of Sept. 25 during a "video shoot party." Around 50 people were in attendance, according to a court complaint obtained by Fox News.
Judy Tenuta, the 'Love Goddess' comedienne and actress, dead at 72
Judy Tenuta, the stand-up comedienne and actress known as the "Love Goddess," died on Thursday. She was 72. Tenuta's publicist Roger Neal confirmed that she died of ovarian cancer at her home in Los Angeles while surrounded by family.
Judy Tenuta, Accordion-Playing Comedian, Dies at 72
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Judy Tenuta Dies: “Love Goddess” Comic & Actress Was 72
Judy Tenuta, an unconventional often brash stand-up comic who guested on numerous TV shows and appeared in two “Weird” Al Yankovic videos, died October 6 of ovarian cancer in Studio City, CA. She was 72.
Illinois police reform act will eliminate cash bail and make our streets less safe
With violent crime up across the nation, Chicago has become the picture of lawlessness: a haven for criminals and illegal activity. It is about to get worse.
Ed Sheeran announces 2023 'Mathematics' tour
Ed Sheeran is hitting the road with his "+-=÷x" (Mathematics) Tour. The North American tour kicks off in May 2023, and it is Sheeran's first tour since 2018.
Ed Sheeran announces North American ‘Mathematics’ tour for 2023
Ed Sheeran has shared details of a North American tour for 2023 – see dates below including how to buy tickets.The pop star will bring his ongoing ‘Mathematics’ world tour to the US and Canada next year, with support from Khalid, Dylan, Rosa Linn, Cat Burns, Maisie Peters and Russ on differing dates. It’s in support of his latest album, 2021’s ‘=‘ and will also hear him play songs from his back catalogue.Tickets go on general sale here next Friday (October 14) at 10am PT (6pm BST).Fans can register for early access tickets here (registration closes this Sunday, October 9 at 10pm ET / 3am BST, Monday, October 10).