Survivors of the Highland Park July 4th parade massacre on Monday urged lawmakers to pass the bill.

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Whether you are a Chicago sports fanatic or not, it is hard not to be impressed by the city’s sporting accomplishments. From the NHL’s Blackhawks to the MLS’s Chicago Cubs to the PGA’s major championships, Chicago is one of the most competitive sports cities in the world.

Aside from the Chicago Bulls and Cubs, the town is also home to several amateur and professional sports teams. While the Cubs and Bears may be the big dogs of the baseball leagues, the Chicago Bulls are the local basketball juggernauts. The town is also the cultural epicenter of the Midwest, a cosmopolitan hub where cultures of all stripes gather to watch their favorite sports teams battle it out in the cold. Besides sporting events, the town is also a hive for arts and entertainment, namely, theater. The city is also a magnet for young professionals and college students. The town also has a plethora of museums and art galleries to keep locals and visitors alike busy. And, the city is a great place to raise a family.