She was a King College Prep student who was shot to death in Kenwood, just days after the marjorette's band performed at an event leading up to the president's inauguration.
Pendleton and her friends sought shelter from the rain Tuesday afternoon, under a canopy in a park close to the school. She had just finished her exams, and was dreaming of a summer trip to Paris.
Someone opened fire on the group, and Pendleton as fatally shot. Her family is devastated,especially her mother, Cleopatra, her father, Nate and her 10-year-old brother.
Pendleton was a girl who seemed to be doing everything right - everything she could to make the foundation for a good life - in a city where gun violence is so prevalent.
Her tragic death made national headlines Wednesday, as Chicago gun and gang violence continues to escalate. Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Police Supt. Garry McCarthy and other national leaders have spoken to the girl's murder, saying something must be done – action must be taken.
The Obama administration has a policy that requires the administration to respond to any petition that gets more than 100,000 signatures.
The president issued a statement offering his condolences to the Pendleton family on Wednesday, as he continues to work with Congress on developing gun safety legislation.
Thursday, June 13 2013 1:45 PM EDT2013-06-13 17:45:09 GMT
Even a fire hydrant is feeling the Blackhawks spirit, especially after Chicago's midnight victory over the Boston Bruins at the United Center in triple overtime.
Even a fire hydrant is feeling the Blackhawks spirit, especially after Chicago's midnight victory over the Boston Bruins at the United Center in triple overtime.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:55 PM EDT2013-06-13 01:55:01 GMT
Forecasters say hot weather could give way to violent storms across parts of Illinois and are warning residents to be prepared for strong winds, hail and even tornadoes.
Forecasters say hot weather could give way to violent storms across parts of Illinois and are warning residents to be prepared for strong winds, hail and even tornadoes.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:27:58 GMT
A southwest suburban teen pleaded guilty to being drunk when he fatally struck a 4-year-old girl chasing a ball in the street has been sentenced to probation and community service.
A southwest suburban teen pleaded guilty to being drunk when he fatally struck a 4-year-old girl chasing a ball in the street has been sentenced to probation and community service.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:55:58 GMT
Police ask the Albany Park/Mayfair community to be vigilant, walk in pairs and avoid strangers, after a woman was sexually assaulted Monday night near the entrance to a CTA Blue Line station.
Police ask the Albany Park/Mayfair community to be vigilant, walk in pairs and avoid strangers, after a woman was sexually assaulted Monday night near the entrance to a CTA Blue Line station.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 2:56 PM EDT2013-06-18 18:56:25 GMT
After collecting tens of thousands of dollars for themselves on Wednesday, members of the General Assembly plan to kick the can of public employee pension reform down the road for at least one more month.
After collecting tens of thousands of dollars for themselves on Wednesday, members of the General Assembly plan to kick the can of public employee pension reform down the road for at least one more month.
