Criminal Justice
Some Older Prisoners Aren’t Eligible For Compassionate Release. Lawmakers Want Change
Relatively few people in federal prison have been approved for compassionate release during the pandemic. Lawmakers are trying to make that option a reality for more sick and elderly people.
Chicago Police Are Accused Of Another Botched Raid In A Lawsuit
A Black family says officers broke down their door and pointed guns at two children, then tried to cover up the lack of evidence to justify the raid.
Illinois Becomes Second State To Repeal HIV Criminalization Law
“It means a tremendous deal to me and others impacted by the former law,” said Timothy Jackson. “We can now breathe a sigh of relief.”
Paul Vallas Shares Details Of Tentative Police Union Contract
After more than four years without a contract, a tentative agreement has been reached between the city and the police union.
Budget Breakdown: How Governments Spend To Prevent Gun Violence In Chicago
Everyone wants solutions to a rise in Chicago shootings. Here’s what local governments are currently doing — and what they’re spending.
How To Stop An Epidemic Of Mass Shootings In Chicago
Chicago had three mass shootings in eight hours Wednesday. What can be done to stop the violence?
WBEZ’s Weekly News Recap: July 23, 2021
Crime continues to make headlines, City Council approves civilian oversight of police and Pritzker announces bid for reelection.
Restorative Justice Privilege Bill Becomes Law In Illinois
A new law prevents statements made by participants in restorative justice programs from being used in court.
In A Historic Reform, Elected Civilians Will Now Help Oversee Chicago’s Police Department
The ordinance, passed 36 to 13, is a compromise between two previously competing proposals from Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and community activists who’ve been pushing for several different iterations of police oversight for years.