Chicago Inspector General raises concerns of CPD affiliation with extremist groups

The Chicago Office of Inspector General (IG) released an advisory report Tuesday morning outlining its concerns regarding the Chicago Police Department's (CPD) affiliation with anti-government and extremist groups. 

Chicago Inspector General report raises concerns over police extremism
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The City of Chicago Office of Inspector General published a recommendation to reopen an internal CPD investigation into eight officers with suspected Oath Keeper ties. IG Debrah Witzberg joined Good Day Chicago to explain why this course of action was advised.

What are Chicago leaders doing to address violence in the city?
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After an exceptionally violent holiday weekend in Chicago, city officials and community members are pleading for change. The City said they are working to connect victims with resources and support services. The federal government opened a new office last year for gun violence prevention, as well.

Chicago mayor out of town during violent Fourth of July holiday
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Violence ran rampant in Chicago over the extended Fourth of July weekend. Mayor Brandon Johnson was out of town until the evening of July 5 on a personal trip, but he said even though he was gone that does not mean he wasn't working.

Chicago mayor responds to string of Fourth of July violence
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is reportedly out of town, but has issued a statement on the overnight string of violence across the city on the Fourth of July.

Mayor Johnson MIA during violent start to Fourth of July weekend

Eleven people have been reportedly killed and 55 shot in Chicago as of Friday morning, already coming close to matching last year’s violence numbers for the entire Fourth of July weekend.

Sundance brings independent film fest to Chicago
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The spotlight on independent film is shining this weekend at Sundance Institute and Chicago 2024.

Sundance brings independent film fest to Chicago

The spotlight on independent film is shining this weekend at Sundance Institute and Chicago 2024.

Community mourns slain officer, Rev. Larry Neuman with vigil and march
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More than 200 people marched along West Monroe, from St. Michael Missionary Baptist Church, where murdered officer and reverend Larry Neuman lived.

New arts center to be added to National Museum of Mexican Art
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Mayor Brandon Johnson joined celebrations for the groundbreaking of the new Yollocalli Arts Reach Center at the National Museum of Mexican Art in Little Village Friday. The museum plans to open the center in 2025.

Chicago expands Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund to support more communities

The city of Chicago announced Thursday the expansion of the Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund, which supports victims of gun violence, to include ten additional communities.

Chicago expands emergency fund to help more gun violence victims
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The city of Chicago announced Thursday the expansion of the Emergency Supplemental Victims Fund, which supports victims of gun violence, to include ten additional communities.

Brandon Johnson applauds President Biden's recent immigration order
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Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson applauded President Joe Biden?s move on immigration policies Thursday morning alongside other political leaders.

Mayor Brandon Johnson reacts to President Biden's immigration order

For the first time, Mayor Brandon Johnson made comments on President Joe Biden's recent immigration order, targeted toward spouses of U.S. citizens.