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Alderperson Closes Office After 'Threats Of Violence' Following Loyola Student's Killing
- A Rogers Park ward office closed for in-person service after threats of violence targeting Ald. Maria Hadden over her remarks on the Loyola killing.
- The threats included racist, misogynistic, and homophobic language, prompting remote work for the staff.
- Hadden faced criticism from conservative outlets after a local TV interview about the Loyola incident.
- The alderwoman apologized, clarifying she did not blame the victim and aimed to share information quickly.
- A protest outside the ward office involved groups with opposing views, leading to police intervention.
- Loyola student Sheridan Gorman, 18, was fatally shot near Tobey Prinz Beach, triggering nationwide attention.
- Hadden indicated the shooting was possibly not related to the earlier 'Duck Walk Killer' cases of 2018.
- City officials plan continued service through remote work and alternate communication channels.
- Block Club Chicago emphasizes credibility with on-the-ground reporting and cited sources.
- The Loyola incident drew protests and increased attention to safety and sanctuary city debates in Chicago.
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