Beginning in the new year, Ron Grossman will be writing occasional columns on Chicago for the Sunday Life+Travel section, alongside his regular history features. In a preview, Grossman reflects on his childhood experiences in Albany Park, where he navigated the intersection of Jewish and non-Jewish traditions during the holiday season. Through anecdotes of Hanukkah celebrations, cultural exchanges, and historical teachings, he vividly portrays the diverse and rich tapestry of his upbringing in a pluralistic American society.
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20 people injured by lightning strike at South Carolina lake
Twenty people were injured, including eight adults and twelve minors, due to a lightning strike at Dominion Beach Park in South Carolina on Tuesday, with twelve individuals hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries. First responders coordinated effectively to assess and care for the victims, and the park is set to reopen after safety assessments. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A lightning strike at a lake in South Carolina hurt twenty people, but they are all...
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