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Search results for keyword: public safety found in 134 News.

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.

city-hall
  • by david hall
Paltry number of 'hate incidents' deemed 'bona fide' cries out for public education, City Council members says

Out of 114 "hate incidents" reported from Jan. 1 through June 13, only 17 were deemed “bona fide,” 83 were “unfounded” and 14 were listed as “undetermined.” Ald. Debra Silverstein, who pushed to create the new category, said the low numbers show more public education is needed.

fran-spielman-show
  • by david hall
Firefighters to march during NASCAR, Democratic convention to push Mayor Johnson for new contract

Pat Cleary, president of Chicago Fire Fighters Union Local 2, predicted “hundreds” of members would participate in the two-hour march on Michigan Avenue on July 6.

weather
  • by david hall
Mayor Johnson's response to heat wave sparks call for public hearing

On the fourth day of the heat wave last week, city officials closed cooling centers and libraries where those without air conditioning had sought relief.