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AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh So is this what “police reform” looks like in Chicago? Hot on the heels of both Derek Chauvin’s conviction and the shooting of knife-wielding teen Ma’Khia Bryant, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot believes she’s identified a starting point for getting some of these out-of-control cops to toe the line. Lightfoot has apparently noticed that suspects who are confronted by law enforcement don’t always quietly follow instructions and cooperate with law enforcement officers. In fact, some of them turn and flee to avoid being arrested. ( Can you imagine?) During such pursuits, police are often put in a position where they have to use physical force to bring the suspect under control. To add another layer of protection to the suspects, Lightfoot is proposing that the police first contact a supervisor and obtain permission before giving chase. Really, people… you just can’t make this stuff up. (NY Post) ....
Chicago police and city prepare for threat of looting, unrest Chicago police and city prepare for threat of looting, unrest City salt trucks, along with some police presence, were spotted downtown Monday night. It is a sight we have seen several times over the last year during times of unrest. CHICAGO - There are growing concerns of civil unrest on the streets of Chicago. Sources tell FOX 32 News that police are monitoring social media threats to loot businesses along the Mag Mile. If you live in Chicago, you may have gotten alerts Monday from the city s Office of Emergency Management regarding preparations for possible unrest. ....