If you live in the city of Chicago, then you are already familiar with the city’s “Amusement Tax.” For those of us who don’t live there and are not too familiar, the city has imposed 9% tax on amusement such as basketball games, and that will now include streaming services such as NetFlix!
NFL: Jay Cutler Goes Into Damage Control After His Wife Says ‘Chicago’s Just Not Home’
It’s no secret that Jay Cutler is not very popular in Chicago. The Bears quarterback has struggled over the years and fans are ready to see him go. Still Cutler has to keep up appearances and pretend he loves Chicago so when his wife slipped up in an interview, he had to go into damage control.
(Video) Chicago High School Student Accepted To 26 Universities, Offered $3 Million In Scholarships
Fortunately, a Chicago high school student Arianna Alexander won’t incur a large amount of student debt in her lifetime. Her superior work ethic and tenacity got her accepted to 26 universities. Plus, she’s been offered $3 million in scholarships.
(Video) Michelle Obama Gives Heartfelt Speech At Chicago High School Graduation
“Stay hungry.” That’s what the First Lady of the United States told the graduating class of a Chicago High School. The first Lady attended the graduation and delivered the speech after the school won a contest promoting financial aid awareness. During her speech she paid tribute to an honor student who was killed after school in 2013. Watch the First Lady’s speech after the jump.
Chance The Rapper To Curate Free Festival In Chicago For Teens
As a Chicago native, it’s only right that emcee Chance The Rapper gives back to his community. On June 24th, the Chi-raq representer will be curating a free music festival called Teens in the Park. It will be held on Chicago’s Northerly Island and will be open to Chicago youth ranging in ages 13-24. The city-sponsored event will also feature performances by Donnie Trumpet, DLow and many others. The event, which will be running from 4:30PM-7:30PM, will include fun activities to partake in such as breakdancing, jewelry-making stations, and graffiti art. Donda’s House, which is Kanye West’s organization for his late mother, is also helping sponsor a lot of the event as Yeezy is also from Chi-Town. To register for Teens in the Park, visit LiveNation for more information.
(Video) Inmate Escapes Custody, Steals Ambulance, And Crashes
It was go hard or go home for this Chicago inmate. Michael Buckner was about to be transported via ambulance to a hospital after having an issue at the jail when he escaped from custody and stole the ambulance. He almost got away until he crashed the ambulance–100 miles away. Click more to check out the video!
