Chicago Daily: Everything Going On Today (Wed, Aug 3)

Hey, neighbors. It's Wednesday in Chicago and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Here goes...

First, today's weather:

A severe p.m. t-storm; hot. High: 91 Low: 74.

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Here are the top stories today in Chicago:

1. Chicago is Giving Away 5,000 Free Bikes, But Application Deadline is Approaching (NBC Chicago)
2. Royals vs. White Sox prediction: Picks, odds, live stream, TV channel, start time on Wednesday, August 3 (DraftKings Nation)
3. Group opposes new Chicago Bears stadium using taxpayer funds (The Center Square)
4. Greenway Metal Recycling, Inc. Offers Fast, Hassle-free Payments for Scrap Metal Recycling in Chicago, IL (Digital Journal)
5. Chicago Police Are Arresting Thousands More Black Drivers After Traffic Stops Than They Report (Block Club Chicago)
6. Illinois Basketball: Illini could have a legendary Chicago frontcourt in 2024 (Writing Illini)
7. Suspect in July 4 Mass Shooting Near Chicago to Be Arraigned (U.S. News & World Report)
8. IL GOP Gov. Nominee Darren Bailey Tries to Explain Past Holocaust Remark After it is Denounced as ‘Deeply Disturbing' (NBC Chicago)
9. New way for Bill Conway- POLITICO (POLITICO)
10. Bears training camp: Best photos from first padded practice (Chicago Bears Wire)

From my notebook:

• Chicago Bulls: "Goran Dragić will wear No. " (Chicago Bulls via Facebook)
• Chicago White Sox: "Dylan Cease has been named the American League Pitcher of the Month for July, his second consecutive monthly honor." (Chicago White Sox via Instagram)
• Chicago Bears: "Happy first day of pads to everyone who celebrates" (Chicago Bears via Instagram)
• Chicago Bulls: "OFFICIAL. Welcome to Chicago, Goran Dragić!" (Chicago Bulls via Facebook)
• Chicago White Sox: "Dylan Cease has been named the American League Pitcher of the Month for July, his second consecutive monthly honor." (Chicago White Sox via Facebook)
• Chicago Cubs: "The #Cubs today acquired minor league RHP Ben Brown from the Phillies for RHP David Robertson. Good luck to D-Rob in Philly! It was a pleasure watching you pitch in a Cubs uniform." (Chicago Cubs via Facebook)
• Chicago Cubs: "Here is tonight's #Cubs starting lineup for the series opener in St. Louis." (Chicago Cubs via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Merrimac Park: "It is very rare for a retiring prosecutor to criticize the leadership. - Here is an article from Wednesday’s Tribune. Leaders need to held accountable for crime statistics when they come up for re-election. Be safe out there." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, NW Portage Park: "Hi neighbors :) I’m going to visit some family in the UK soon and want to bring a little something from Chicago for a couple ladies - a 34yo and an 8yo. - Any recommendations for a local place to find something? I only just thought to lo..." (Nextdoor)
• Jognetta Battle, Neighbor: "Im looking for the y oung lady who got caught in the murder at 2101 so. Michigan ve her first name is Chrysler" (Patch Neighbor Posts)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— Sarah Loganv

About me: Sarah Logan is proud to have been “born in the woods and raised in the mud, ” an upbringing that has given her the survivalist instinct of a hunter. Seeing her competition as nothing more than prey, Logan never backs down from a fight, and she doesn’t think twice about trading headbutts or closed fists with anyone foolish enough to try her. Starting in the U.S. independent scene in 2011, Logan quickly carved out a rugged reputation. She polished her skills in Japan, where she trained under former WWE Light Heavyweight Champion Taka Michinoku at the Kaientai Dojo, and by the time headlines heralded her WWE signing in fall 2016, she had achieved notoriety in Europe and Mexico, too. Not only is Logan adrenalized by a good fight, but she’s also deceptively powerful, having won multiple Olympic weightlifting events. On the Nov. 21, 2017, edition of SmackDown LIVE, Logan suddenly burst onto the scene, alongside Liv Morgan & Ruby Riott, to systematically lay waste to SmackDown Women's Champion Charlotte, Natalya, Becky Lynch and Naomi. Then, the 2018 Superstar Shake-up brought her to Raw, and she proceeded to unleash anarchy nearly every Monday night with her Riott Squad cohorts. At WrestleMania 35, Logan turned in one of her most impressive performances, racking up several eliminations and finishing the over-the-top-rope melee as the runner-up. Much like she did in her youth, Logan employs a hunter's mentality whenever she steps into the squared circle, and her fellow Raw Superstars would be wise to avoid her crosshairs. Update. Update 7/21/2021

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