Free, but Still Detained
Edward Shultz was beaten by inmates in Cook County Jail more than 10 hours after a judge ordered Shultz’s release.
Edward Shultz was beaten by inmates in Cook County Jail more than 10 hours after a judge ordered Shultz’s release.
Under the authority of Sheriff Tom Dart, Cook County makes inmates who’ve already been freed by a judge, go back to jail to be processed out.
The state is expanding its Aftercare pilot, but experts and data question whether the program is working.
Open tryouts for Gary’s indie-ball team draw baseball hopefuls looking for one last chance, or their first big break.
Illinois General Assembly is considering a dozen bills that could impact charter schools. Charter advocates want lawmakers to see the faces of affected students.
Injured passengers allege agency negligence led to derailment, and an attorney predicts more lawsuits will come.
Crash near Michigan City, Ind. leaves three dead, one seriously injured
The program in the Englewood neighborhood is part of an effort to improve relationships between cops and kids.
A new report commissioned by the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice concludes that youth prisons need better staffing and oversight to prevent sexual misconduct.
A charter high school that would be paid for with a $20 million private donation got a green light from the Chicago Plan Commission.