Multiple Shootings in Chicago Leave Several Injured and Prompt Calls for Closure of Nightclub
Chicago Alderman Brendan Reilly is calling for the closure of the Blüm restaurant and nightclub in River North after a mass shooting occurred outside the establishment. Reilly has been raising concerns about the nightclub for years, citing chronic neighborhood complaints and previous shooting incidents. He has been working to facilitate the sale of the building and have Blüm shut down and evicted before the sale next month. Reilly criticized the city for allowing late-hour nightclubs to operate, which he claims cater to gang members and contribute to gun crimes. He called on the city to take action and revoke liquor licenses, stating that it should not take a mass shooting for a problem nightclub to be closed.