A security guard suffered multiple gunshot wounds during an apparent robbery on Wednesday at River Oaks Center shopping mall.

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Chicago is one of America’s largest cities, with a population of almost 3 million. The city is a celebrated melting pot that’s been nicknamed “the city in a garden.” And though the Bears may have faltered recently, the city’s sports teams have a loyal fan base. The Chicago Bulls dominated the NBA for years under Michael ‘Air’ Jordan, and the Blackhawks have won two Stanley Cups in the last decade.

Today, sports have become an increasingly globalized phenomenon. As transnational corporations try to sell every possible product to every reachable consumer, modern sports have become symbols of power, prestige, and distinction. They have become a way to spread culture and make money. For some, these symbols are signs of power, while others are a form of entertainment.