Tag: Chicago
Chicago police have a serious problem with pointing guns at children
Police in Chicago are using excessive force, leaving children and families traumatized.
’16 shots:’ Chicago Police killing of Laquan McDonald exposed a system...
The documentary “16 Shots” examines the 2014 murder of African-American teenager Laquan McDonald in Chicago and the attempt by the city’s police department to cover up the events.
Chicago elects mayor with new progressive vision for city
"Chicago elected a new mayor out of a desire for bold and progressive ideas, and a commitment to building a more fair, just, and equitable city."
The roots of police violence in Chicago: How cops have targeted...
"It’s been part of the culture, along with the code of silence, along with the systemic racism that is so prevalent in the Chicago Police Department."
‘This is just the beginning’ – Chicagoans fighting for police accountability...
"Today, Chicago has taken one small step in bringing justice to Laquan McDonald's family and our communities.”
Progressive Briefing for Tuesday, October 9
Chicagoans fight for police accountability, UN report warns of looming climate catastrophe, and more.
Chicago cop found guilty of murdering teen on video
Finally, a bit of justice for Laquan McDonald.
Former East Chicago Councilman sentenced to 20yrs in federal prison
“I want you to look at my family and see all the pain.”
Here’s what happened to the 99 immigrant children separated from their...
Confidential records reveal details about struggles to find parents and traumatic experiences during the Trump administration’s zero-tolerance crackdown.
Mayor 1% Rahm Emanuel will not be missed in Chicago
Emanuel will be remembered for his arrogance, impatience and disregard for regular Chicagoans.
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It’s often said that if Trump is reelected, it’ll be the end of democracy in America. But how could Trump get reelected,...
‘Astonishing’ Texas legal Win tops decades of clean-water heroism
Precedents Set: Big $$ Penalty Fueled by Key Citizen Evidence
Sometimes, unstoppable anti-pollution champions must get their feet...
Fracking wastewater may trigger earthquakes for decades even after operations cease
"That has some very interesting and I think important consequences for how we understand the hazard posed by oilfield wastewater disposal."
Trump’s send-them-back doctrine
During the height of Stalin’s purges, the great Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich kept a packed suitcase near the door of his apartment.
A border patrol agent reveals what it’s really like to guard migrant children
The Border Patrol agent, a veteran with 13 years on the job, had been assigned to the agency’s detention center in McAllen,...