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Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Yahoo
Afternoon Briefing: Man acquitted in shooting death of 7-year-old
Good afternoon, Chicago. A Cook County jury has acquitted a man of shooting and killing 7-year-old Natalia Wallace, making him the second defendant to be found not guilty in the slaying on the Fourth of July in 2020. Davion Mitchell was found not guilty of murder and other felonies a week after jury selection began on April 4. In December, Cook County Judge Joanne Rosado found a co-defendant, Kevin Boyd, guilty of murder, but she acquitted the alleged getaway driver, Reginald Merrill. Charges are still pending against a fourth man, Boyd's brother, Terrell Boyd. Here's what else is happening today. And remember, for the latest breaking news in Chicago, visit and sign up to get our alerts on all your devices. Subscribe to more newsletters | Asking Eric | Horoscopes | Puzzles & Games | Today in History The Disability Rights Action Coalition for Housing has a lawsuit against the city winding its way through federal court alleging the city doesn't operate or design the emergency shelter program 'in a manner that would provide equivalent services' to individuals with mobility disabilities. Read more here. More top news stories: Police seek public's help in finding violin worth $10,000 stolen on Blue Line Feds could rest in bribery trial of state Sen. Emil Jones The personal information of more than 500 people may have been compromised in a hacking incident at Loretto Hospital on the city's West Side, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Read more here. More top business stories: Buyers who paid nearly $12.3M for Winnetka mansion on Lake Michigan sell separate home Blue Island acquires historic Libby building after years of legal disputes, eyes redevelopment The potential of losing all three point guards for two knockout games places the Chicago Bulls at a steep disadvantage as they attempt to return to the playoffs. Read more here. More top sports stories: What to know about tonight's WNBA draft, including how — and who — to watch and when the Chicago Sky pick Chicago Bears and CB Kyler Gordon agree to a contract extension worth a reported $40 million over 3 years The hottest festival ticket happens just once a generation, if not once a lifetime. That would be the Mahler Festival, a musical G20 summit of sorts celebrating the life and legacy of Gustav Mahler. Read more here. More top Eat. Watch. Do. stories: You can catch Nad Navillus at The Hideout — you've seen furniture he's built on 'The Bear' Review: Mamet's 'Henry Johnson' sorts through the cards we're dealt in life A man is facing charges after authorities say he broke into the Pennsylvania governor's mansion in the middle of the night, set a fire that left significant damage and forced Gov. Josh Shapiro, his family and guests to evacuate the building during the Jewish holiday of Passover. Read more here. More top stories from around the world: A person was arrested at UnitedHealthcare headquarters after reports of an intruder, months after company CEO was killed Blue Origin launches an all-female celebrity crew with Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez
Chicago Tribune
14-04-2025
- Sport
- Chicago Tribune
Afternoon Briefing: Man acquitted in shooting death of 7-year-old
Good afternoon, Chicago. A Cook County jury has acquitted a man of shooting and killing 7-year-old Natalia Wallace, making him the second defendant to be found not guilty in the slaying on the Fourth of July in 2020. Davion Mitchell was found not guilty of murder and other felonies a week after jury selection began on April 4. In December, Cook County Judge Joanne Rosado found a co-defendant, Kevin Boyd, guilty of murder, but she acquitted the alleged getaway driver, Reginald Merrill. Charges are still pending against a fourth man, Boyd's brother, Terrell Boyd. Here's what else is happening today. And remember, for the latest breaking news in Chicago, visit and sign up to get our alerts on all your devices. People with disabilities struggle to find space in Chicago's homeless shelters The Disability Rights Action Coalition for Housing has a lawsuit against the city winding its way through federal court alleging the city doesn't operate or design the emergency shelter program 'in a manner that would provide equivalent services' to individuals with mobility disabilities. Read more here. Loretto Hospital reports data breach The personal information of more than 500 people may have been compromised in a hacking incident at Loretto Hospital on the city's West Side, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Read more here. More top business stories: Josh Giddey and Lonzo Ball injuries create uncertainty and 'a problem' for Chicago Bulls in play-in tournament The potential of losing all three point guards for two knockout games places the Chicago Bulls at a steep disadvantage as they attempt to return to the playoffs. Read more here. More top sports stories: What to know about tonight's WNBA draft, including how — and who — to watch and when the Chicago Sky pick Chicago Bears and CB Kyler Gordon agree to a contract extension worth a reported $40 million over 3 years CSO gives a sneak peek of its big Amsterdam trip with upcoming Mahler concerts The hottest festival ticket happens just once a generation, if not once a lifetime. That would be the Mahler Festival, a musical G20 summit of sorts celebrating the life and legacy of Gustav Mahler. Read more here. More top Eat. Watch. Do. stories: What to know about Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the alleged arson at his official residence A man is facing charges after authorities say he broke into the Pennsylvania governor's mansion in the middle of the night, set a fire that left significant damage and forced Gov. Josh Shapiro, his family and guests to evacuate the building during the Jewish holiday of Passover. Read more here.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Yahoo
Man acquitted in shooting death of 7-year-old Natalia Wallace on Fourth of July 2020
A Cook County jury on Friday acquitted a man of shooting and killing 7-year-old Natalia Wallace, making him the second defendant to be found not guilty in the slaying on the Fourth of July in 2020. Davion Mitchell was found not guilty of murder and other felonies a week after jury selection began on April 4. In December, Cook County Judge Joanne Rosado found a co-defendant, Kevin Boyd, guilty of murder, but she acquitted the alleged getaway driver, Reginald Merrill. Charges are still pending against a fourth man, Boyd's brother, Terrell Boyd. Wallace, called Natalie by her family, was slain while playing outside with her cousins in the South Austin neighborhood, at least the 13th child 10 years old or under to be shot that year. She was the unintended victim of a revenge shooting, prosecutors had alleged. 'The jury did the right thing with the evidence that was given to them,' Mitchell's attorney, Nathaniel Niesen, said. 'Davion is back home with his family where he belongs.' The verdict, though, left family members reeling, especially as one defendant has already walked free. 'I don't understand what happened,' said Shelley Fulton, a great aunt of Natalie's. 'All my faith is shattered.' Cook County prosecutors delivered opening arguments on Tuesday, telling jurors that Natalie was gunned down in a 'hail of bullets' fired by the men who sought revenge for an earlier shooting death. They hit their intended target in the legs, injuring him, prosecutors said. Natalie was struck by a stray while outside on the bright summer evening. 'She had her entire life in front of her,' Assistant Cook County State's Attorney Mary Jo Murtaugh said. But prosecutors faced an uphill battle, contending with multiple uncooperative witnesses, including the other victim in the case, the apparent target of the shooting. Niesen argued to the jury that the state's case was 'held together with popsicle sticks.' 'It's too tragic to really put into words,' he said. 'We're here to talk about who is responsible.' For the family members, they are struggling with reliving the details of the shooting over the course of two separate trials. 'It's like bringing that day back over and over,' Fulton said.
Chicago Tribune
14-04-2025
- Chicago Tribune
Man acquitted in shooting death of 7-year-old Natalia Wallace on Fourth of July 2020
A Cook County jury on Friday acquitted a man of shooting and killing 7-year-old Natalia Wallace, making him the second defendant to be found not guilty in the slaying on the Fourth of July in 2020. Davion Mitchell was found not guilty of murder and other felonies a week after jury selection began on April 4. In December, Cook County Judge Joanne Rosado found a co-defendant, Kevin Boyd, guilty of murder, but she acquitted the alleged getaway driver, Reginald Merrill. Charges are still pending against a fourth man, Boyd's brother, Terrell Boyd. Wallace, called Natalie by her family, was slain while playing outside with her cousins in the South Austin neighborhood, at least the 13th child 10 years old or under to be shot that year. She was the unintended victim of a revenge shooting, prosecutors had alleged. 'The jury did the right thing with the evidence that was given to them,' Mitchell's attorney, Nathaniel Niesen, said. 'Davion is back home with his family where he belongs.' The verdict, though, left family members reeling, especially as one defendant has already walked free. 'I don't understand what happened,' said Shelley Fulton, a great aunt of Natalie's. 'All my faith is shattered.' Cook County prosecutors delivered opening arguments on Tuesday, telling jurors that Natalie was gunned down in a 'hail of bullets' fired by the men who sought revenge for an earlier shooting death. They hit their intended target in the legs, injuring him, prosecutors said. Natalie was struck by a stray while outside on the bright summer evening. 'She had her entire life in front of her,' Assistant Cook County State's Attorney Mary Jo Murtaugh said. But prosecutors faced an uphill battle, contending with multiple uncooperative witnesses, including the other victim in the case, the apparent target of the shooting. Niesen argued to the jury that the state's case was 'held together with popsicle sticks.' 'It's too tragic to really put into words,' he said. 'We're here to talk about who is responsible.' For the family members, they are struggling with reliving the details of the shooting over the course of two separate trials. 'It's like bringing that day back over and over,' Fulton said.
