Illinois and many other states have seen a considerable increase in police retirement and leaves of absence. Many police officers feel demoralized by defunding the police movement and are concerned about personal liability. Illinois’s new police... Continue reading →
The former Minnesota police officer who knelt on George Floyd's neck during an arrest was recently convicted of second-degree murder and manslaughter. George Floyd’s death brought significant media attention to the use of chokeholds by police... Continue reading →
Recently, a teenager and a 22-year old were fatally shot by Chicago police officers during foot chases. In the case of the 13-year-old, the Chicago Police Department has stated that bodycam footage shows he was holding a gun in his right hand. As he... Continue reading →
