CTA to use AI for real-time gun detection ahead of ShotSpotter shutdown

The CTA is launching a pilot program using AI technology from ZeroEyes to detect firearms in real-time via existing security cameras.

CTA launches AI-powered system to detect gun threats in real-time
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The pilot program with technology company ZeroEyes will use the CTA's security camera system to alert security officials and law enforcement if a firearm is detected.

Former Chicago police officer dies from injuries suffered in 1987 crash
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Friends and family are remembering Chicago Police Officer James Crowley today. He died as a result of injuries from squad car accident in 1987 when he was 22.

New CTA initiative uses AI to detect gun threats in real-time
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The CTA is launching a pilot program using AI technology from ZeroEyes to detect firearms in real-time via existing security cameras.

Man punched CTA passenger and stole his glasses at gunpoint, Chicago police say

Chicago police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who allegedly attacked a CTA passenger and stole his eyeglasses during an armed robbery early Wednesday morning.

United Airlines flight attendants authorize strike
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In a resounding show of unity, United Airlines flight attendants voted to authorize a strike if management fails to negotiate a fair contract.

Amy Jacobson no longer CPS coach after Gus Walz's comments
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A Chicago Public Schools volleyball coach is no longer employed after making controversial comments on a conservative radio talk show.

United Airlines flight attendants authorize strike

In a resounding show of unity, United Airlines Flight Attendants have voted to authorize a strike if management fails to negotiate a satisfactory contract. 

Controversy brews at Amundsen High School as parents call for coach's removal
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Controversy is brewing on Chicago's North Side as some Chicago Public School (CPS) parents are calling for a conservative radio talk show host to be removed from her job at Amundsen High School.

Chicago faces dangerous heat, air quality concerns

Chicago is facing another dangerously hot day, with temperatures and humidity combining to create a heat index that could reach as high as 115 degrees.

Video shows person of interest wanted in Chicago letter carrier's death
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Chicago police released video of a person of interest wanted in connection with the fatal shooting of a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier last month.

Mark Zuckerberg letter: White House pressured Facebook over some COVID content during pandemic

CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a letter that Meta made some choices that, “with the benefit of hindsight and new information," the tech giant would not make again. Here's how the White House responded.

Chicago police seek public's help in identifying suspects in CTA bicycle robbery

Chicago police are asking for the public's help in identifying two men suspected of robbing a person of their bicycle on a CTA platform earlier this month.

COPA releases video of off-duty officer-involved shootout
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An off-duty Chicago police officer exchanged gunfire with multiple suspects after a car crash in Morgan Park. COPA released video from the incident. No injuries were reported.

COPA releases video of off-duty officer-involved shootout in Morgan Park

The Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) released new details about an officer-involved shooting in Morgan Park last month.