Washington Heights is tightly knit, with high rates of homeownership but a relatively low COVID vaccination rate. And home to a branch of the Chicago public library that's visited by scholars from around the world. (WTTW News)
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The predominantly African American community on the Far South Side has high rates of homeownership but a relatively low COVID-19 vaccination rate.

A Chicago police officer looks on during Monday’s police board listening session at the Trinity United Church of Christ. (Matt Masterson / WTTW News)

The Chicago Police Board held the first of three community listening sessions Monday in Washington Heights as it continues its search for a new superintendent.

The Boulevard Lakefront Tour returns Aug. 23.

Neighborhood festivals, a pop-culture convention and the return of a historic bike ride through the city highlight this weekend's event lineup. Check out those events, and more, in our roundup.