Mental impact school threats can have on students
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Security has increased at schools across the country due to ongoing threats. What type of impact do these threats have on students?

Woman calls for firing of Chicago police officer who grabbed her during lakefront altercation

A Black woman who claims she was racially profiled when she was grabbed by a Chicago police officer during an altercation at North Avenue Beach earlier this year publicly called for his firing during Thursday’s meeting of the Chicago Police Board.

Chicago police spread holiday cheer with 'Operation Santa'

The Chicago Police Department found time this week to spread some holiday cheer to the families of fallen and critically injured officers. 

Chicago Police Department spreads holiday cheer with 'Operation Santa'
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The Chicago Police Department found time this week to spread some holiday cheer to the families of fallen and critically injured officers.�

Chicago area schools on high alert amid TikTok weapon challenge
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Reports of "school shootings or bomb threats" began circulating on TikTok earlier this week, allegedly saying events were planned for Friday, Dec. 17.

Chicago activists demand city take action against Omicron COVID-19 variant

Among the requests, the Chicago activists want the city to require proof of vaccination for all indoor activities, like dining and shopping.

City Council OKs sportsbooks at Chicago sports arenas, stadiums

The City Council has decided to lift a ban on sports betting in Chicago and impose a 2-percent tax on gross revenues from it.

Ald. Carrie Austin collapses in her seat during Chicago City Council meeting

Indicted Ald. Carrie Austin (34th), Chicago’s second most senior alderperson, collapsed in her seat at Wednesday’s City Council meeting, prompting a brief recess, followed by a prayer for her healing.

Chicago to pay Anjanette Young nearly $3M over botched police raid

The Chicago Council on Wednesday voted to pay nearly $3 million to a woman who was handcuffed while naked by police officers during a 2019 raid of her home.

Chicago City Council approves $2.9M settlement for Anjanette Young
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The Chicago Council on Wednesday voted to pay nearly $3 million to a woman who was handcuffed while naked by police officers during a 2019 raid of her home.

Boy, 16, arrested for carjacking in South Loop: Police

A 16-year-old was arrested and charged with vehicular hijacking Tuesday, according to the Chicago Police Department. 

CPS to distribute 150K take-home coronavirus testing kits ahead of winter break

“We know that families will be gathering for the holidays, so we are providing these tests to our students who may be at most risk so we can reduce the spread of COVID and protect our school communities."