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What impact will pro-Palestine protests have on the DNC? Tens of thousands expected in Chicago’s streets

Chicago could see anywhere from 30,000 to 100,000 demonstrators

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2024

Chicago police chief highlights officer training as critical to Democratic convention security

Chicago's police superintendent is touting extensive officer training as a critical part of the city’s preparations for the Democratic National Convention next week

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2024

Chicago Prepared For Safe 2024 Democratic National Convention

Chicago prepares for the 2024 Democratic National Convention with a strong focus on safety and security measures to ensure a successful event.

Chicago creates new court to handle the expected mass arrests during Democratic National Convention

Civil rights groups have raised ‘serious concerns’ about ‘mass arrest’ policies

The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2024

Chicago police chief says out-of-town police won't be posted in city neighborhoods during DNC

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling says outside police agencies that’ll help secure the Democratic National Convention in Chicago next month won’t be posted in city neighborhoods

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024

At least 100 people shot in Chicago over July 4th weekend — a startling 27 percent increase from last year

At 19 people were killed in the shootings including an 8-year-old boy, police said

The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024

Teenager Charged With Murder In Fatal Shooting Of 7-Year-Old

Tragic shooting of 7-year-old boy in Chicago sparks community mourning and calls for justice.

Chicago police tweak mass arrests policy ahead of Democratic National Convention

Chicago Police Superintendent Larry Snelling is touting the nation's second-largest police department as fully prepared for protests ahead of the Democratic National Convention, including on a new mass arrest policy

The Independent UK · Jun 4, 2024

Chicago Police Ready For Democratic National Convention Protests

Chicago police and Secret Service are prepared for anticipated protests at the Democratic National Convention, focusing on training and readiness for poten...

Body Camera Footage Of Deadly Police Shooting To Be Released

Bodycam footage of a deadly police-involved shooting in Chicago to be released, providing insight into the tragic incident.

Applications now open to serve on civilian police oversight commission

A lengthy list of requirements includes living in the city for the last five years, and not working for CPD, COPA or the Police Board in that time. The deadline to apply is noon on Feb. 7. Out of 14 nominees, the mayor will choose seven.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jan 8, 2024

Chicago ends year with fewer shootings, but more robbers use guns as overall crime remains high

The city has followed a national trend of lowered gun violence, but it has stood nearly alone in seeing a spike in robberies — 40% more victims than the year before.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 31, 2023

Here are the top stories that made the news in Chicago in 2023

New arrivals and a new mayor grabbed city headlines while old political figureheads went down and long-standing conflicts flared up. The Sun-Times was there for it all.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 27, 2023

Johnson launches community safety plan focused on investing in at-risk areas on South and West Sides

Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the community-led initiative would focus on “harnessing the full force of government, community organizations, businesses, the philanthropic community and youth and faith leaders to solve decades-long problems in a new and bold way.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 14, 2023

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Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 4, 2023

CPD urged to relax restrictions on vehicle chases

Anthony Driver, president of the Community Commission on Public Safety and Accountability, joined the chairman of the City Council’s Police Committee in sounding the alarm about restrictions so severe, they have contributed heavily to an alarming citywide surge in robberies.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 29, 2023

Heroic police officers, firefighters honored for bravery in ceremony not held since COVID-19 lockdown

After a four-year hiatus, Mayor Brandon Johnson presented the Carter Harrison and Lambert Tree awards to six police officers and firefighters. One of the honorees said she was “blessed that everybody ... was able to go home to their families alive.”

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 2, 2023

Ex-Chicago top cop Fred Waller staying on at CPD as a ‘deputy director’ — with combined annual pay and pension reaching $333,323

Waller, a self-described “old school” former cop, is now a top deputy to Supt. Larry Snelling, who is refining his plans for the city’s policing.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 2, 2023

Top cop’s public commitment to transparency could lead to long sought Chicago Police reforms, independent monitor suggests

The Chicago Police Department had reached some level of compliance with about 80% of the consent decree’s mandated changes by June 30 but was in full compliance with just 6%, according to the monitor’s latest report.

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Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 31, 2023

Charges filed in shooting at West Side Halloween party that wounded 15 people

William Groves, 48, faces 15 counts of attempted murder for the attack early Sunday in the 1200 block of South Pulaski Road.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 27, 2023

Former front-runner for CPD superintendent one of 25 graduates of new U. of C. leadership academy

Chicago police Cmdr. Roderick Watson participated in a six-month international training program funded by billionaire Ken Griffin.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 25, 2023

Chicago police oversight panel to push new outside investigation into cops with extremist ties

The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability will vote Thursday on asking the city’s inspector general to investigate cops named on an Oath Keepers list.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 25, 2023

Afternoon Edition: CPD vows to root out officers with extremist ties

Plus: Suspect in teacher’s murder arrested, the state of Chicago’s music scene and more.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 24, 2023

Chicago’s top cop vows ‘stringent’ efforts to root out officers with extremist ties after investigation by WBEZ, Sun-Times

Supt. Larry Snelling and other brass did not explain the department’s lack of action since a membership list was leaked two years ago.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 24, 2023

Exodus of Chicago cops from the force has slowed, Supt. Larry Snelling tells City Council

Snelling sought to reassure alderpersons the shortage of officers that has allowed robberies to soar won’t get worse, and might even get better.

Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 23, 2023

How the Chicago Police Department tolerates officers with ties to extremism and what’s being done about it

A new civilian oversight panel is working with Chicago police on a policy that would bar officers from joining hate and extremist groups.

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