Chicago police charge a 21-year-old man in connection with a cross burning in Grant Park on June 9. Multiple outlets report that the incident led to his arrest and the filing of hate crime charges, along with additional arson-related and other counts. CBS News says the burning cross’s flames were visible to people passing by nearby Columbus Drive. NBC reports the man is charged with two felony hate crime counts and other counts. Other coverage describes a broader set of charges, including several felony and misdemeanor counts related to the incident. Police say the suspect was identified after images were released and he was taken into custody following the investigation. One report also says the man admitted to setting the fire and discussed his motive in an interview with a TV station. The cross burning occurs in a public park, and the case is now before the courts as prosecutors pursue hate crime allegations and related offenses.