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Barboo the Clown’s Fire & Community Rescue | Chicago News
Barboo the Clown, a beloved community fixture for over 30 years, is facing an emotional double blow: a devastating house fire that destroyed her kitchen and belongings, and ongoing battles with cancer. With insurance denied after her policy lapsed due to hospitalization, she’s relying on a viral GoFundMe campaign already surpassing $12,000 of its $20,000 goal — helping her find housing, replace essentials, and cover medical costs. Inspired by a festival performer in 1989, Barboo brought joy through balloon animals and gentle face painting, easing kids’ fears and becoming a cherished neighbor…
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