World & Nation
Two Chicago police officers have been relieved of their powers after department brass made the preliminary determination that they violated policy when they fired their weapons in an incident that killed an 18-year-old man.
July 30, 2016
As Chicago officials continue to try to repair the political damage and distrust sown by past police abuses, disturbing new video emerged Friday that illustrates how much has changed in recent months and how much has not.
Aug. 6, 2016
Videos from the fatal shooting of teenager Paul O’Neal by Chicago police show officers firing down a street as O’Neal sped away from them in a reportedly stolen car and, moments later, officers handcuffing O’Neal as he lay mortally wounded behind a South Shore home.
Aug. 5, 2016
California
The LAPD used 40-millimeter launchers — which fire foam projectiles at more than 200 mph — in at least nine cases that involved firearms last year, a report says.
March 7, 2024
Remarks transmitted on Chicago firefighters’ radio frequencies spark inquiry, calls for reform.
March 12, 2004
The department faces heat over racial slurs and its handling of a fatal high-rise blaze.
April 2, 2004
A report says the deadly blaze was marked by Fire Department missteps and confusion.
July 8, 2004
Police departments that are requiring officers to be vaccinated against COVID-19 are running up against pockets of resistance across the U.S.
Oct. 16, 2021
Jury rules Chicago police ‘code of silence’ protected felon cop
Nov. 14, 2012
Business
Patricia Doler left a job as a fitness center manager in 1986 to become a firefighter, attracted by the pay, benefits and opportunity “to make a difference” in the world.
Feb. 26, 1994