by: Ashlyn Wright, Winnie Dortch, Marisa Rodriguez, Christine Flores Posted: Jun 17, 2026 / 11:41 AM CDT Updated: Jun 17, 2026 / 12:41 PM CDT CHICAGO (WGN) — A person of interest is in custody in connection to a burning cross found in Grant Park last week, according to Chicago police. On June 9, police said the “burning object” was found resting on a tree around 2:30 p.m. in the 600 block of South Columbus Drive. Video from the scene captured the cross engulfed in flames.