New Cook County Unit To Search For Long-Missing Girls And Women
Sheriff Tom Dart will use three dedicated detectives, DNA technology and a tip line to solve missing-person cases more than three years old.
Patrick Smith
Reporter, Criminal Justice
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A Mom, An Activist, A Musical Cop: Meet The People Fighting Chicago Violence
We spent the summer talking with Chicagoans working to reduce shootings. Here’s what they say is driving violence — and is needed to stop it.
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He Dropped Out Of High School After Witnessing A Murder. 10 Years Later, He’s Graduating.
Members of the anti-violence program Chicago CRED are graduating high school Thursday, a major moment in their path away from gun violence.
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Roller Skating Is Back On Chicago’s West Side — And It’s Free
A new park replaced an empty lot. It’s meant to bring fun and positivity to an area hurt by disinvestment and gun violence.
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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.
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Chicago Police Describe ‘Total Burnout’ After Canceled Days Off And 12-Hour Shifts
First a pandemic and scrutiny over police brutality. Now, police say long hours are hurting efforts to improve officer mental health.
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What Happened After Lightfoot Called Chicago Cop ‘A Walking Time Bomb?’ Not Much.
A judge called a Chicago police officer “frightening” due to online posts endorsing violence. The mayor echoed the concerns. CPD did nothing.
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Rush Of Cases As Cook County Courts Reopen Could Force Prosecutors To Drop Charges
Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx said she expects the system will be overwhelmed by defendants requesting a speedy trial.
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Illinois Democrats Are Already Modifying Their Landmark Criminal Justice Bill
Democrats are making changes to their landmark criminal justice bill. Are they undermining it or just making it easier to implement?
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Illinois Will Be First State To Prohibit Cops From Lying To Kids During Interrogations
The legislation, waiting for the governor’s signature, is meant to prevent false confessions and wrongful convictions.
