Security officials share DNC preparations for Chicago
We are learning more today about plans to keep the city safe during the Democratic National Convention in August. Deescalation trainings, police reinforcements, and additional surveillance systems will all be implemented to provide as minimal disruption as possible. The official security perimeter will be announced in late July which will include traffic detours and highway closures.
We are learning more today about plans to keep the city safe during the Democratic National Convention in August. Deescalation trainings, police reinforcements, and additional surveillance systems will all be implemented to provide as minimal disruption as possible. The official security perimeter will be announced in late July which will include traffic detours and highway closures.
Charges filed in deadly shooting of Chicago father on his way to work
Chicago police announced charges Tuesday in the murder of a Chicago father who was shot and killed while he was heading to work last May in the Irving Woods neighborhood.
Chicago police announced charges Tuesday in the murder of a Chicago father who was shot and killed while he was heading to work last May in the Irving Woods neighborhood.
Chicago police recruit shot while driving on North Side
A Chicago police recruit was shot while driving and crashed into a parked car Tuesday morning in the Lincoln Square neighborhood.
A Chicago police recruit was shot while driving and crashed into a parked car Tuesday morning in the Lincoln Square neighborhood.
Chicago police recruit shot while driving on North Side
A Chicago police recruit was shot while driving and crashed into a parked car Tuesday morning in the Lincoln Square neighborhood.
A Chicago police recruit was shot while driving and crashed into a parked car Tuesday morning in the Lincoln Square neighborhood.
11 rescued after dual boat fires on Lake Michigan; 'Misfortune' lives up to its name
Eleven people were rescued after back-to-back boat fires on Lake Michigan on Sunday, according to the Chicago Police Marine Unit.
Eleven people were rescued after back-to-back boat fires on Lake Michigan on Sunday, according to the Chicago Police Marine Unit.
Chicago woman found not guilty in case involving stolen police car, injured officer
A woman who allegedly stole a Chicago police squad car and dragged an officer during a chaotic incident in June 2022 has been found not guilty.
A woman who allegedly stole a Chicago police squad car and dragged an officer during a chaotic incident in June 2022 has been found not guilty.
IG report highlights progress, challenges for Chicago police in handling mass gatherings
The report by the city inspector general highlights improvements made since the unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
The report by the city inspector general highlights improvements made since the unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
Woman convicted in the murder of Marlen Ochoa-Lopez to be sentenced
The sentencing was briefly delayed Thursday.
The sentencing was briefly delayed Thursday.
Chicago police in handling mass gatherings: IG report highlights progress, challenges
The report by the city inspector general highlights improvements made since the unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
The report by the city inspector general highlights improvements made since the unrest following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.
2 men found shot to death on soccer field
Two men were shot and killed in Little Village early Thursday.
Two men were shot and killed in Little Village early Thursday.
Chicago cops honored for heroism at 63rd annual 'Recognition Ceremony'
It was a day of honor for Chicago police officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.
It was a day of honor for Chicago police officers who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.
'Extraordinary men and women': Chicago police officers honored for heroic actions
Dozens of officers on Wednesday were honored for their actions, many of whom ran toward gunfire to rescue victims, while others gave lifesaving care to people targeted by gun violence.
Dozens of officers on Wednesday were honored for their actions, many of whom ran toward gunfire to rescue victims, while others gave lifesaving care to people targeted by gun violence.
Man fatally shot by Chicago police during knife attack identified by medical examiner
Chicago police fatally shot a man during a violent attack in the Austin neighborhood Monday night.
Chicago police fatally shot a man during a violent attack in the Austin neighborhood Monday night.
Driver hits 2 Chicago police patrol cars after getting pulled over
Two Chicago police squad cars were struck by the same driver in Brighton Park Wednesday morning.
Two Chicago police squad cars were struck by the same driver in Brighton Park Wednesday morning.
'Why?!' COPA releases video of off-duty Chicago cop shooting dog in head
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating after an off-duty Chicago police officer shot a dog while walking her own on the city's South Side last month.
The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is investigating after an off-duty Chicago police officer shot a dog while walking her own on the city's South Side last month.
Chicago police host pop-up block party aiming to bridge the gap
It was an event meant to bridge the gap in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. Music blasted through the streets as an ice cream truck pulled up, accompanied by the police department?a pairing that people didn?t expect. The pop-up event was designed to bring the community, City Hall, and police together, fostering better relationships and understanding among them.
It was an event meant to bridge the gap in the Humboldt Park neighborhood. Music blasted through the streets as an ice cream truck pulled up, accompanied by the police department?a pairing that people didn?t expect. The pop-up event was designed to bring the community, City Hall, and police together, fostering better relationships and understanding among them.
COPA releases video of off-duty Chicago cop shooting dog in head
Disturbing video was released on Tuesday of an off-duty Chicago police officer shooting and killing a dog.
Disturbing video was released on Tuesday of an off-duty Chicago police officer shooting and killing a dog.
Man convicted of Chicago murder based on blind witness' testimony sues city, police
A Chicago man convicted of murder based in part on testimony from a legally blind eyewitness is suing the city and the police department.
A Chicago man convicted of murder based in part on testimony from a legally blind eyewitness is suing the city and the police department.
1 dead, 1 critically wounded after Chicago police-involved shooting
Chicago police fatally shot a man during a violent attack in the Austin neighborhood Monday night.
Chicago police fatally shot a man during a violent attack in the Austin neighborhood Monday night.
Police-involved shooting on Chicago's West Side leaves man dead
A man is dead and another is in critical condition after police fired shots at the two during a violent attack. Officers came across a stabbing in progress and shot at the offender, also striking the victim in the process. The offender was killed and the other man was listed in critical condition.
A man is dead and another is in critical condition after police fired shots at the two during a violent attack. Officers came across a stabbing in progress and shot at the offender, also striking the victim in the process. The offender was killed and the other man was listed in critical condition.