At 5:36 p.m., the boy was riding in a westbound vehicle in the 4400 block of West Addison when a male shooter standing on a corner near Schurz, a Chicago Public Schools high school located at 3601 N. Milwaukee, fired shots into the car. Moments later, the worker who didnt want to be identified heard screams outside. But the next step is to figure out how to better protect kids away from schools, she said. Five minutes after being told to remain in their classrooms, the students said they realized it was more serious. In 2006, three students were shot across the street from the school. The pop-up runs Friday through the end of March. The district just last week unveiled new safety and security plans. (Antonio Perez / Chicago Tribune). their two deaths rocking the school community, 2 Chicago men charged in Douglas Park murder, Lightfoot loses re-election bid, this is the date she will leave office, Winning $1 million Powerball ticket sold in Chicago, Doctors warn of stomach bugs spreading across Midwest, Police investigate 4 smash-and-grabs in Chicago suburb, Man found shot to death in North Side home: police, Police Chase: Gunman waits for kids to cross street near Lakewood; Opens fire at several different locations, Chicago weather: Slushy, stormy conditions take hold Friday, Replay Lincoln Park transforms into iconic 'Paddy's Pub', John Catanzara re-elected as FOP president. Kostek spoke to an employee of a family-owned taco shop across the street from the scene. Schurz, at the corner of Milwaukee and Addison, went on lockdown when the shooting happened "just prior to the school's dismissal bell," according to an emailed statement from Chicago Public. Thanks for subscribing to Block Club Chicago, an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. The shooting happened. Chicago Tribune editors' top story picks, delivered to your inbox each afternoon. A 17-year-old had a graze wound to his leg and was taken to Community First Medical Center in good condition. A 15-year-old boy was shot in the face and neck and was taken to Lurie Childrens Hospital, Chicago police said. There was an increase in police patrol for school drop off Thursday morning and there will continue to be in afternoon. Imagine, we are just starting school and this has already started, one is already afraid, the mother said. Nothing damaged his spine.. Heather ODonnell of the Chicago social services agency Thresholds says the money is an opportunity to really build up substance use care.. The city's (non) voters are not a monolith but crowded races and low awareness could be keeping them home, voting organizers say. "This is very upsetting, and we understand it. Four teenage boys were injured in the broad-daylight shooting on the patio of an ice cream shop outside the Northwest Side school, and one was left in critical condition. They have everybody safe.. CPD had said all four were CPS students, but later corrected themselves, saying two of the victims are CPS students, one attends an alternative school and the fourth victim is an 18-year-old man may not be a student. The CPS Crisis Team and Schurz staff will be available to any students who may need additional support.". Police said the two other shooting victims attend Aspira Antonia Pantoja High School, a Chicago Public Schools charter school, though its not managed by CPS. By submitting your email to receive this newsletter, you agree to our. Our No. The Chicago-based chain, which also has locations in Milwaukee, Minneapolis and Dallas, opened the Wicker Park location in 2017. The three additional victims were taken to other hospitals in good condition: another 15-year-old boy with a back wound, a 17-year-old boy whose leg was grazed and an 18-year-old man with a leg wound. His classmate Kentrell McNeal, also 15, was fatally shot hours later in Hyde Park, with their two deaths rocking the school community for months. Lincoln Square, North Center, Irving Park reporter CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago fire officials said four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park Wednesday. "This is very upsetting, and we understand that, and we're very upset ourselves and frustrated with this. The suspect was with two other males when he opened fire, Chicago police said. At this point, its just getting worse and worse, said Escutia, adding the school locked down last year when false rumors claimed someone on campus had a gun. Police still have not made any arrests in this shooting or provided any details about the black SUV which they say fled from the scene. Meanwhile, the Albany Park (17th) police district will have enhanced patrols both arrival and dismissal times at Schurz beginning on Thursday morning, Nieves said. An 18-year-old was shot in his leg and taken to Illinois Masonic Hospital in good condition, police said. The security of the school is pretty good. Every dime we make fundsreportingfrom Chicagos neighborhoods. We will provide more details on this story as they develop. Thats when a front seat passenger opened fire into a crowd of people, hitting the four teens and leaving one casing in the backpack of a 15-year-old Schurz student who was shot in the back and taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition, according to police. Parents hope Friday's meeting is the first toward something positive coming from this tragedy. Im very scared walking outside by myself now. It felt like a normal day to Marcelino Cruz. All of a sudden when they heard the shots, they went down," he continued. Our hearts are with their friends, families and the Schurz school community in the wake of this unimaginable trauma. I haven't seen a lot of problems and then this happens," Marcotte said. The ice cream shop has at least four security cameras facing the area of the outside patio near where the shooting happened. Four teenagers were shot near a Northwest Side high school Wednesday afternoon, Chicago police said. Students cant hang out around Schurz, they need to head straight home, Baker said. The driver from the shooting took off, heading east on Addison, Nieves said. He thinks the shooting was related to gangs and expects more violence. His father, Joseph Brown, said that his son was doing fine Thursday afternoon. Lopez said he provided aid to the victim and called 911. Local businesses reopened to customers just before 6 p.m. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.". Schurz is one of many CPS high schools whose Local School Council has voted within the last two years to do away with school resource officers who are assigned to monitor safety. In 2006, three students were shot across the street from the school. Similar shootings outside CPS high schools marred the start of last school year, too. Please know that we are taking this matter extremely seriously. CHICAGO (WLS) -- School administrators from Schurz High School and parents met Friday days after a drive-by shooting near the school injured four teenagers. The shooting happened just before dismissal on the third day of classes to start the new school year. I will share the meeting details with you tomorrow. Schurz Acadec Team Advances to City Finals! In 2019, a 17-year-old boy was shot and killed when a gunman standing on a corner near Schurz High School shot at his car. It did not occur inside the school. CPS communities have struggled with gun violence trauma over the years, often finding a lack of resources to help both children and staff cope with the shooting or killing of a student. The shooting occurred as Schurz students left for the day, witnesses said. Police said two of the victims are Chicago Public Schools students and a third is enrolled at an alternative school. Two students said they were locked down in their classroom after the shots rang out. "They're all just scattered around, so they were like they needed help, so we assisted them with towels and water so they could press their wounds together," said Jordi Lopez, an employee of Deleite's Pizza and Mexican Food at 3576 N. Milwaukee Ave. "I was just trying to calm them down too, and then giving the victim water because it looked like he was like passing out.". Quickly, I wanted to run inside.. Parents and Schurz HIgh School administrators met Friday after a drive-by shooting near the school earlier this week. An 18-year-old was shot in the leg and was taken to Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, also in good condition. The CPS Crisis team and Schurz staff will be available to any students who may need additional support. Four teenagers were shot in a drive-by attack outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on the Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon, according to Chicago police. Chicago police at the scene where four teenagers were shot outside La Michoacana ice cream shop near Schurz High School on Aug 24, 2022. he district just last week unveiled new safety, Column: Chalk talk needed on the Chicago Blackhawks parking-lot tribute to departed star Patrick Kane, Darien getting its first marijuana dispensing business, Chicago-area man mourns loss of 100 relatives in Turkey earthquake, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. All Rights Reserved. Nieves called the shooting very upsetting, and assured parents that the department would concentrate on keeping children safe in or out of school. A student ducks under police tape as Chicago police officers work the scene where four teenagers were shot outside La Michoacana ice cream shop in the 3600 block of North Milwaukee Avenue near Schurz High School on Aug 24, 2022. She said shes spoken to several parents who want the restaurant to be closed. Police said two of the victims are Chicago Public Schools students and a third is enrolled at an alternative school. A 17-year-old suffered a graze wound to the leg and was taken to Community First Medical Center in good condition. On was struck in the face and neck and was taken to Lurie Children's Hospital in critical condition. Video shows horrific aftermath of shooting across from Carl Schurz High School. Moments later, the worker who didnt want to be identified heard screams outside. I wish she wasnt in school right now.. Sun-Times Media Wire contributed to this report. He said one of victims, a boy who was shot in the back, ended up hiding in front of the shop. I was nervous. Vianni said she was worried about her dad, who again, happened to be waiting just steps from the shooting. Last year, the school, 3601 N. Milwaukee Ave., was locked down after a rumor spread about a person with a gun, causing parents and students to panic, administrators said. Police said dismissal times at schools are staggered, so there were some students out of school while the majority of Schurz students were inside at the time of the shooting. He doesn't want to come back to school but we're here. I was very afraid. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The shooting occurred on the third day of classes for Chicago Public Schools. "We thought it was a drill at first," said one student, who asked not to be named. He was listed in critical condition. Seconds later, a girl rushes up to help a boy in a white T-shirt. A 17-year-old boy was taken to Community First Hospital in good condition with a graze wound to the leg, and an 18-year-old boy was taken to Illinois Masonic Medical Center also in good condition with a gunshot wound to the leg. The other 15-year-old boy, Schurz sophomore Jordan Brown, was shot in the neck and was taken to Lurie Childrens Hospital, where he was in critical condition, police said. We hope the school has security so this doesnt happen inside, Chavez said in Spanish. The Fire Department says four people were shot near Carl Schurz High School at Addison Street and Milwaukee Avenue. Were very upset ourselves and frustrated with this, Nieves said. There is a Police Observation Device, or POD, camera in the area - but we're told it was not working at the time of the shooting. De Jesus Alejandre said she wanted to make sure the students would not feel alone. Mily Garcia said she was waiting outside the school to pick up her 16-year-old daughter when she spoke with another parent who saw someone open fire from a passing SUV at a group at La Michoacana ice cream shop, a popular hangout spot for students after school. Moran said CPS and CPD would add security around the school this week, and that social workers and crisis counselors would be available for students traumatized by the shooting. An employee at La Michoacna told Block Club at the time shed seen fights happen at least twice a week between students outside the shop as well as around the schools outdoor campus. Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere / Chicago Sun-Times, When it comes to Madonnas plastic surgery: Its her body and her choice, Family, friends gather to remember slain Chicago police officer, Amid layoffs and reshuffling, anxious Chicago tech workers seek solace in pinball, Here are five takeaways from Chicagos municipal election. Inmate beaten to death in Cook County Jail's max security wing: police, Chicago Weather: Mostly cloudy, late showers Saturday, Indiana state trooper killed responding to weather-related crash. 1 priority is the safety of our kids, especially our kids that attend school. Due to the privacy of those impacted, we cannot give any further details. All four victims were students at Chicago Public Schools, but it is unclear whether they were all students at Schurz. One of the victims is a student at an alternative school, according to police. Moran said CPS and CPD would add security around the school this week, and that social workers and crisis counselors would be available for students traumatized by the shooting. Bags of chips, bottles of water, a can of soda and cans of canned cocktails were abandoned at the patio. Another 15-year-old boy was struck in the back and taken to Stroger Hospital in good condition. "Please know that we are taking this matter extremely seriously. Witnesses said the victims, all teens, were near an ice cream shop. Chicago police said four people were shot at Milwaukee and Addison near Carl Schurz High School in Irving Park Wednesday. Every dime we make fundsreportingfrom Chicagos neighborhoods. "I heard about seven or eight shots, and the car just took off. Four people were shot in a drive-by attack Wednesday afternoon outside an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School on Chicago's Northwest Side, authorities said. Four teenagers were injured in the shooting on the patio of the La Michoacana Ice Cream Shop across the street from the school at Milwaukee Avenue and Addison Street. Four teen boys were near the patio of a local business when someone in a dark SUV car drove up to the group on Addison and fired shots Nieves said. Others are wondering if the school is doing enough to keep students safe. At the time of the shooting, some of the students had been dismissed, but most were still inside the school. Chief Robert Nieves. As the Carl Schurz High School students passed under the school's brown iron gates Thursday morning, community members greeted them with doughnuts and flowers outside the Northwest Side. A student ducks under police tape as Chicago police officers work the scene where four teenagers were shot outside La Michoacana ice cream shop in the 3600 block of North Milwaukee Avenue near Schurz High School on Aug 24, 2022. Garcia said her daughter wasnt released until almost 4 p.m. Thank god shes safe, Garcia said. A 15-year-old boy was shot in the face and neck and was taken to Lurie Childrens Hospital, Chicago police said. Chicago Police on Wednesday vowed to ramp up their presence around the school. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. Garcia said La Michoacana has been a sore spot for parents because fights between students break out there regularly. The district partnered with police and fire personnel for an active shooter drill, and CPS safety and security chief Jadine Chou said schools are ready for that type of emergency. De Mar also spoke to a man who heard the shots as he was outside the school while waiting for his niece. Video shows horrific aftermath of shooting across from Carl Schurz High School CBS 2's Jackie Kostek also spoke to a taco shop owner who said one of the victims hid in front of his shop. It was not immediately certain whether the victims attend Schurz, said Chicago Police Area Five Deputy Chief Roberto Nieves. According to Chicago fire officials, three juveniles and one adult were shot at the business near Schurz High School, located near the intersection of Milwaukee and Addison. Subscribe to Block Club Chicago,an independent, 501(c)(3), journalist-run newsroom. In a letter to parents, Schurz Principal Heidy Moran said the shooting happened shortly before dismissal, and the school went on a brief lockdown before students were let out for the day. Im kind of worried about my safety, about coming to school, Escutia said on his way to Spanish class Thursday. Another 17-year-old was charged in the shooting. The shooting occurred 2:45 p.m. in the 4300 block of West Addison Street, near Schurz High School, police Chief Roberto Nieves said. The. Theyre going to keep shooting here, Garcia said. alex@blockclubchi.org. I know you must have questions and concerns, I am hosting a parent meeting on Friday. In 2006, three students were shot across the street from the school. CHICAGO Parents and guardians were invited to Carl Schurz High School by the principal on Friday to discuss a shooting near the school that left four teens wounded. Two Chicago Police officers walk away from Schurz High School while a detective walks to the school after 4 teens were shot in a drive-by outside the high school in the 4300 block of West Addison Street in the Old Irving Park neighborhood, Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022. CHICAGO, Ill. (WTVO) Chicago Police responded to a shooting outside Carl Schurz High School, at 3601 N Milwaukee Avenue, on Wednesday afternoon. We are very upset with it ourselves," Nieves said. "Once I heard the shots, I just tried to get down, told my wife to do the same thing," said Jose Villanueva, who was waiting for his niece outside of Schurz High School. CHICAGO (CBS) -- Four teenagers -- two of them only 15 years old -- were shot and wounded Wednesday afternoon near Carl Schurz High School in the Old Irving Park neighborhood. In August, four teens were shot in a drive-by attack near an ice cream shop across the street from Schurz High School.