Tuesday, April 29, 2025

Search results for keyword: public safety found in 145 News.

police-reform
  • by david hall
Chicago police misconduct files will soon be made public. ‘This is a huge step forward for transparency’

The move brings light to a disciplinary process that has long faced criticism for being secretive and overly lenient.

politics
  • by david hall
Northwestern president grilled by Republicans about deal with pro-Palestinian protesters

President Michael Schill is one of three university leaders to face harsh questions and criticism from House Republicans today.

city-hall
  • by david hall
City Council vote could allow members to keep ShotSpotter in their wards

After a long, emotionally charged debate, a defiant City Council voted 34-14 to lay the groundwork to tie Mayor Brandon Johnson’s hands when it comes to canceling the contract with the gunshot detection technology known as ShotSpotter.

israel-hamas-war
  • by david hall
'Autonomous' alumni group occupies University of Chicago building

No arrests were made, and protesters exited the building when police entered, a university spokesperson said. The demonstrators dispersed at about 9:30 p.m.