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CBS News
2 days ago
- Sport
- CBS News
Video shows security physically removing fan from Chicago Fire FC game at Soldier Field
The Chicago Fire football club said they are addressing security issues at future Soldier Field games after video captured a fan being physically removed from the stands at Wednesday night's game. Video posted and shared widely on social media shows several Monterrey security guards carrying out a man whose body appears to be limp. The witness who posted the video shared with CBS News Chicago said other fans began yelling for an ambulance because they thought the man was unconscious. In the video, the man can be seen being carried up the stairs face down, handcuffed with his arms behind his back, by multiple security officers. Witnesses said there was a verbal altercation between security and the group, including the man, before he was physically restrained and handcuffed. The witness who posted that video said the man was standing with a group who had been waving a Palestinian flag at times during the game, though it was not clear that the flag prompted the security guards to action. The Chicago Fire posted a message on their X account saying they are aware of the incident and will be meeting with leadership at Soldier Field and supporter group leaders "to learn more and ensure that supporter's section maintains a safe and welcoming environment for all." Monterrey Security said in a statement, "We are working together with the Chicago Fire and Soldier Field staff to fully investigate the matter." Chicago police confirmed a 26-year-old was arrested while attending the game and was charged with one count of misdemeanor battery, but did not confirm whether that arrest was for the same incident that was captured on video.
Eater
4 days ago
- Business
- Eater
South Loop's Two-Year Wait for the Southern Ends Today
Their dream began just about two years ago. Chef Xavier Vance and his business partner Troy Vivrett first shared the plan to open Southern Chicago via social media, declaring their restaurant as set to open in summer 2023. Two years later, the sprawling venue finally opened on Tuesday, June 24, at 2000 S. Wabash in the South Loop. Vance says they've gutted and renovated the 10,000-square-foot building, splicing soul food with an upscale steakhouse, a departure from the ownership's initial vision, which focused on brunch, cocktails, and contemporary Southern cuisine. The journey hasn't been easy for the entrepreneurs, and their vision has expanded over the last two years.'My business partner and I have been winging this project ourselves,' Vance says. 'It is our first restaurant.' Even without additional investors, Vance says he and Vivrett took over an additional 2,000 square feet of neighboring space: 'We also had to do an entire build-out on our own, and that caused an additional leg of permits that we had to go through,' Vance says. 'So that was a massive delay and altered our original timeline.' The work and wait, Vance says, will be worth it as after the expansion, Southern Chicago is now equipped to be a fine dining restaurant with an outdoor patio and private space for personal and corporate events. Ownership wants to lure patrons from nearby Wintrust Arena, Soldier Field, and McCormick Place. In a city that's thoroughly familiar with soul food, Vance's concept is to elevate traditional expectations into a more elegant experience. 'The concept of the restaurant is a Southern American steakhouse,' Vance says. 'We really want to emphasize that… sometimes when people are thinking of a restaurant that has the word southern or South, it's just strictly soul food, and that is not the case here.' Menu items include a wagyu burger, tomahawk steaks, seafood platters, and sides like braised collards and baked macaroni. Vance's background as a well-established professional caterer with culinary training from the Illinois Institute of Art prepared him to meet this moment. Years of event catering showed him what was missing from Chicago's scene, and what could set Southern Chicago apart. 'We want to give the people a fine dining experience from the moment they enter — from our host to our service, to our pastry chef, and the food quality,' Vance says. 'We want people to feel all the sweat and tears over the years that Troy and I have put into this project, because it was not easy.' The goal is to eventually offer lunch and brunch, but right now, in their initial opening, the plan is to focus on perfecting their dinner service. They've built a team that gives Vance confidence in what's to come. With nearby establishments like Oliver's and Apolonia carving out their own high-end niche at the southern end of the South Loop, this could mean new potential for the neighborhood. Southern Chicago will be one of the largest establishments in the area. 'I'm excited to be able to also give the city the versatility in having both a fine dining restaurant and also an event space.' Living in the Gold Coast and River North areas showed Vance and Vivrett a world of possibilities. 'Thinking of like, a Tavern on Rush or Gibsons — you know — myself and my partner lived in those neighborhoods for a number of years, and we enjoyed those dining aspects. And this should be in every part of the city… including the South Loop, because the area deserves it.' Southern Chicago, 2000 S. Wabash, Chicago, open from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Wednesday; 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. See More: Bars Chicago Restaurant News Chicago Restaurant Openings
CBS News
6 days ago
- Health
- CBS News
More than 700 people climb steps at Soldier Field to fight lung disease
More than 700 people braved the heat Sunday, climbing steps at Soldier Field to raise money for the fight against lung disease. Some changes were made to the original 1,600-step route for the Fight for Air Climb this year to accommodate climbers in the extreme heat. "We're letting our firefighters know that typically climb in full gear to drop those jackets, drop those tanks — they're heroes already," said Danielle Trojanek, executive director of the American Lung Association. "We just want to make sure that their safety is our first priority." Nevertheless, many firefighters stuck to tradition and wore their full gear on the climb despite the high temperatures. Local organizers with the American Lung Association said they raised $350,000 Sunday, and will continue raising money through the end of the month.
CBS News
17-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Chicago Fire give sneak peek at renderings for new stadium at The 78 in the South Loop
Chicago Fire release renderings of new stadium at The 78 Chicago Fire release renderings of new stadium at The 78 Chicago Fire release renderings of new stadium at The 78 The Chicago Fire released a sneak peek at renderings of the new stadium they're building in the South Loop. The $650 million digs will be built along the Chicago River at The 78, a vacant plot of land south of Roosevelt Road. It will be privately funded by club owner Joe Mansueto and hold up to 22,000 fans. The design is an ode to the warehouses that represent the city of Chicago's grit. Construction is set to begin early in 2026 and the club hopes to have the stadium open to fans by 2028. CBS News Chicago spoke with club president Dave Baldwin about the decision to build in the South Loop. "It was important for our owner Joe that it was inside the city," Baldwin said. He said Mansueto fell in love with The 78 site, its accessibility and proximity to public transit, and how it was build-ready, with utilities in place. "Then Joe started thinking about how he wanted to acquire the land and Joe ultimate decided to take this himself," Baldwin said. Currently, the Chicago Fire host their games at Soldier Field.
Associated Press
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Associated Press
Chicago Fire of the MLS release renderings for their new stadium
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Fire envision a new stadium with a throwback look, according to renderings released by the Major League Soccer Club on Monday. The privately funded, 22,000-seat stadium built along the Chicago River on a 62-acre parcel of land in the city's South Loop known as 'The 78' would boast an industrial look with its red brick exterior and large glass panels. The renderings show sweeping views of the Willis Tower and large gathering spaces outside the stadium. The Fire, who currently play at Soldier Field, announced plans two weeks ago to build their new home on the plot owned by development firm Related Midwest. The team expects to break ground this year and move there in 2028. Major League Baseball's Chicago White Sox are looking to move from their South Side home at Rate Field and build a new stadium with public assistance at 'The 78' as part of a ballpark village with large green spaces, restaurants, businesses and housing. A new stadium for the Fire would not necessarily prevent the White Sox from building a ballpark on that site. ___ AP soccer:
