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Congresswoman Ramirez's Statement Following Reports of Chicago Police Officers Illegal Sexual Relations with Migrants
On July 7, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), Vice Ranking Member of the Homeland Security Committee, released the following statement on the reports of illegal sexual relations between Chicago police officers and newly arrived migrants:
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Rep. García’s Statement on Reports of Chicago Police Officers Engaging in Illegal Sexual Conduct With Migrants
On July 7, Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García (IL-04) released the following statement on allegations of Chicago police officers engaging in sexual conduct with migrants:
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Benefit to be held for Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston: 'She was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend'
A benefit for the family of slain police officer Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston will be held Wednesday, May 17.
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UIC College Prep hosting Aréanah Preston vigil: 'Join us to celebrate the life of Officer Aréanah Preston'
UIC College Prep is hosting a vigil for Chicago Police Officer Aréanah Preston.
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Congressman Jonathan Jackson Calls for Prayers and Justice Following the Killing of a Female Chicago Police Officer Saturday Morning
“Our hearts go out to the family members of the officer,” he said. “They need our prayers and support.”
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Chicago woman charged with defacing memorial of CPD Officer Ella French
A Chicago woman has been arrested and charged with a felony in connection to the August vandalism at the memorial of Chicago Police Officer Ella French who was killed in the line of duty last year.
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'We're screwed;' Chicago 911 dispatcher reflects on officer shortage in 16th Police District
A 911 dispatcher for Chicago has singled out Mayor Lori Lightfoot (D-Chicago) and called her a "bully" putting the blame on her for the city's police shortage that's impacting emergency response in the city.
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Chicago police leader vows to 'remain impartial' once the foot-pursuit video is released
The City of Chicago plans to disclose a video of the events surrounding the fatal, police-involved shooting of 13-year-old Adam Toledo that occurred on March 29, according to Chicago City Hall and Chicago media, according to a press report.
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Lopez says new gas station policy treats officers like children
Democratic Ald. Raymond Lopez says the administration in Chicago is treating police officers like children.
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Chicago leaders cautiously optimistic they can calm tensions in wake of George Floyd protests
Chicago city leaders say they are optimistic the anger and protests over the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis can be calmed so the community can move forward, but they indicated it’s still too early to tell.
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Chicago-area police neighborhoods threatened with violence on social media
Northern Chicago communities are threatened with pillaging, looting and burning on social media
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From South Cook News
Ex-convict Amber Peltzer of Lansing arrested as George Floyd protests turn violent
A south suburban woman faces federal gun charges after being nabbed near the scene where looting broke out in the middle of a George Floyd protest march.
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Chicago crime rate drops as shootings, murder increase
The overall crime rate in the city dropped about 4% in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period in 2019.
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Chicago FOP looking for its own exoneration in federal wrongful conviction trial
The Chicago Police union is closely following a civil trial in federal court brought by a Chicago man, Stanley Wrice, who spent 31 years in prison for his alleged part in a rape and torture.
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Chicago’s police union rips city Inspector General Joe Ferguson
Chicago Inspector General Joe Ferguson isn’t finished making enemies within the Chicago Police Department.
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Chicago FOP accuses Tribune of police bashing as news in background story on mass murderer Juan Lopez
A recent story by Chicago Tribune reporter Dan Hinkel into the background of mass murderer Juan Lopez is police bashing masquerading as news, according to the Chicago FOP.
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After campaign loss, Kessem returns to the beat as Chicago police sergeant
Ammie Kessem is back on the beat as a Chicago police sergeant, after losing her bid for a House seat in the 19th District to incumbent state Rep. Robert Martwick (D-Chicago).
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Media make it "impossible for a police officer to get a fair trial": Chicago Fraternal Order of Police
"The media in Chicago is fiercely anti-police,' said Martin Preib, vice president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police. "So much so that it's almost impossible for a police officer to get a fair trial in Chicago."
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Influential union leader Jerry Morrison set to appear before Cook County judge on battery charge
Jerry Morrison, the politically well-connected and outspoken head of the SEIU, one of the state’s largest public sector unions, is scheduled to appear in the Misdemeanor Section of the Circuit Court of Cook County on October 2 on one charge of battery.
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CHICAGO CITY MAYOR'S OFFICE: Mayor Emanuel and Police Superintendent Johnson Announce 97 New Officers Hitting City Streets
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Police Department Superintendent Eddie Johnson today announced 97 new probationary police officers