Monday, March 16, 2026

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the-watchdogs
  • by david hall
On Kennedy Expressway, Illinois Tollway, no speed cameras are watching despite what signs say

The toll system hasn’t had cameras for years, despite warnings to drivers about photo-enforced speed limits in work zones. Such signs are on the Kennedy, too, though it hasn't had any speed cameras since its current construction project began last year.

politics
  • by david hall
Cook County Jail detainee died after being struck by guards while handcuffed, records show

Cory Ulmer’s family was told by the Cook County sheriff's office that his death was the result of a medical emergency. But correctional officers struck him several times and threw him to the ground in the minutes before he died, according to a report obtained by Injustice Watch.

education
  • by david hall
CTU endorses slate of candidates for Chicago’s first elected school board

Just days after the candidate filing period ended, the Chicago Teachers Union endorsed 11 candidates for 10 seats, including parents, educators, faith leaders and community organizers.

2024-democratic-national-convention
  • by david hall
'Serious concerns' remain after CPD revises mass arrest policy ahead of Democratic Convention

A coalition of community organizations says the policy still fails to draw a line between crowds protected under the First Amendment and those engaged in illegal activity such as looting.