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Curtis is an opinion writer for The Chicago Reporter.
Organizers aim to avert gentrification brought on by the Obama library through an ordinance that would require the city and the University of Chicago to protect and support nearby residents.
Ald. Ariel Reboyras seeks to weaken civilians’ potential role in police accountability by drawing from purely advisory bodies in Los Angeles and Seattle.
As one of thousands of “green card veterans,” Miguel Perez Jr. fell victim to inadequate veteran services, a harmful war on drugs, and brutal immigration policies.
Primary election results highlight the possibilities and perils of coming political battles, including the mayoral race.
The sheriff, known as a reformer, is backtracking on measures that have brought Cook County Jail’s population down to record lows by reducing pretrial detention.
Despite the mayor’s pledges, the city’s law department continues to face judicial sanctions for failing to turn over evidence in lawsuits over policing.
As Lisa Madigan negotiates a consent decree to enforce changes at the Chicago Police Department, candidates for her position weigh in on whether they think local groups should play a role.
Chicago Public Schools is ignoring community members’ questions on student safety and potential alternatives, paying lip service to their role in decision-making.
As more murder cases connected to former detective Reynaldo Guevara get overturned, the state’s attorney’s office still stands by his police work.
The former educator could bring a different perspective to pressing issues of privatization, special education funding and school closings.