Federal Court Monitor Launches Investigation Into Chicago Police Actions During Unrest
At a Friday court hearing, an attorney for the state of Illinois blasted the city and Mayor Lightfoot for “foot dragging” on police reform.
Criminal Justice
The investigative reporters on WBEZ’s criminal justice desk tell the stories of the thousands of individuals churning through the legal systems every year in Chicago, Cook County and Illinois and hold to account the powerful officials in charge of those systems. Covering policing, jails and prisons, gun violence and solutions to it, WBEZ’s Criminal Justice team works to bring understanding to some of the most difficult problems facing our region.
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Across The U.S., Lawmakers Are Slow To Pass Laws Limiting The Use Of Force
Many states' past attempts at police reform didn't address the most glaring issue: use of force.
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New Charges Filed Against Former Officers In George Floyd’s Death
A legal expert breaks down the latest charges against four former Minneapolis police officers accused of killing George Floyd.
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In Chicago’s Poorest Areas, Recovery May Be Long, If It Comes At All
The city’s looting hit retail chains in low-income neighborhoods especially hard. It’s far from clear how many will rebuild and reopen.
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Root Causes Of The George Floyd Protests: A View From New York City
Protests around the world sparked by the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis are not singular in nature and have not happened in a vacuum.
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How Much Do We Need The Police?
Many Americans — especially black Americans — see police as more of a threat than a protective force.
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With Dozens Being Shot Every Day, Anti-Violence Groups Continue Working Amid Looting And COVID-19
On the West Side, violence prevention workers battle a pandemic, destruction and death. But they say they aren’t giving up.
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How Did We Get Here? A History Of Policing Black Bodies
Why has policing in America taken the shape it has today?
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Root Causes Of Recent George Floyd Protests: A View From Minnesota
Protests around the world taking place after police killed George Floyd in Minneapolis are not singular in nature and have not happened in a vacuum.
