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Chicago Sues “Empire” Actor, Jussie Smollett

Luciano GonzalezStaff Writer The city of Chicago is preparing to sue Jussie Smollett in the wake of his allegedly false statements from earlier in 2019. Earlier this year, the “Empire” actor alleged that he was the victim of a vicious physical attack, and the city is suing to recover expenses incurred during overtime taken by law enforcement officials investigating the claims of the actor. Theoretically, … Continue reading Chicago Sues “Empire” Actor, Jussie Smollett

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Jussie Smollett Update

Elliot VoorheesStaff Writer Over the past several weeks, the case of Jussie Smollett’s assault has been at the forefront of national news. Around 2 a.m. on the morning of Jan. 29, the actor was allegedly attacked by two masked men who hung a noose around his neck and doused him in bleach while beating him and shouting slurs. There was skepticism surrounding Smollett’s case from … Continue reading Jussie Smollett Update

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Update: Attack on Jussie Smollett- What is the bigger picture?

Crystal AllenStaff Writer On Jan. 29th, actor and performer Jussie Smollett was allegedly attacked returning from a Subway at around 2 a.m. As he crossed an intersection, he heard, “Empire” followed by a series of racial and homophobic slurs. Then the reported attack began by two white men, resulting in bruising on his face, ribs and clavicle, with bleach found on his clothing and a … Continue reading Update: Attack on Jussie Smollett- What is the bigger picture?

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Jussie Smollett Targeted for Skin Color and Sexuality: Who’s Next?

Kaitlyn BoeckelStaff Writer Chicago has been featured in two national headlines this week, one being the freezing low temperatures, and the other being that of a heartbreaking hate crime. Jussie Smollett, a musician and actor, was attacked early last Tuesday by two masked men. Smollett, a cast member for the tv show “Empire” is black, queer and a well-spoken activist who has called out the … Continue reading Jussie Smollett Targeted for Skin Color and Sexuality: Who’s Next?

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