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NAACP Calls for Federal Charges Against Cop in Death of Laquan McDonald
Some activists have urged a shutdown of the city's transit system due to possible disruptions connected to the former officer's release, scheduled for Thursday.
Cori Bush Says Emanuel Hearing Shows 'Disregard for Black Lives'
Bush tweeted that the hearing shows "how much the Senate values Black lives."
Rahm Emanuel's 2014 Actions Loom Over Ambassadorship Hearing
Lawmakers ponder whether Rahm Emaneul reflects the values of the Biden administration because of his previous management after the Laquan McDonald shooting.
Rahm Emanuel's Ambassador Nomination by Joe Biden Angers Progressives
Criticism has been growing at the nomination of the former mayor of Chicago to be U.S. envoy to Japan.
Rahm Emanuel Hiring Would Reignite Protests, Laquan McDonald's Uncle Says
Rev. Martin Hunter said Emanuel, as Chicago's mayor, helped cover up the murder of Laquan McDonald in 2014 for his own political again.
Progressives Rail Against Biden Over Rahm Emanuel Cabinet Consideration
President-elect Joe Biden has downgraded his possible role for Rahm Emanuel into a less prominent trade representative position, but progressives say he shouldn't be in consideration for anything.
Progressives Outraged by Rahm Emanuel Reports Ahead of Biden Cabinet Picks
"It would knock the air out of any hope Biden as president will be more than just 'not-Trump,'" warned Ishena Robinson, a Chicago writer for The Root.
Laquan McDonald: Officers Cleared of Shooting Cover-up
"This is not justice," said Reverend Marvin Hunter, the great-uncle of slain teenager Laquan McDonald.
Threats Against Chicago Cop and Family Before Verdict
As Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke awaited his fate, threats against the cop and his kin were still being investigated and city schools were bracing for potential civil unrest.
Van Dyke Found Guilty in Shooting of Laquan McDonald
Jurors deliberated fewer than eight hours before reaching a verdict. Van Dyke now faces up to life in prison.
Trial of Cop Who Fatally Shot Laquan McDonald Begins
Jason Van Dyke, a white Chicago police officer who fatally shot black teenager Laquan McDonald 16 times in October 2014, is standing trial accused of murder.
Why Police Who Turn Off Their Cams Should Be Punished
An unlawful Chicago cop shooting would have been ignored had it not been for recordings.
Chicago Covers Up Police Videos, Attorneys Charge
"Most police officers are great, but the real problem is even beyond what goes on in these videos. It is the cover up."
What We Know About the Two Killed by Chicago Cops
The officer or officers involved have not been identified.
Chicago Police Kill Two Day After Christmas
Relatives identified the deceased as Quintonio Legrier and Bettie Jones.
Protesters Block Downtown Chicago Streets and Call on Mayor Rahm Emanuel to Resign
The demonstrators chanted, "Sixteen shots and a cover-up!" and "Rahm, resign!"
Justice Department Plans 'Thorough, Impartial' Investigation of Chicago Police
A Chicago police officer last month was charged with first-degree murder.
Chicago Police Account of Laquan McDonald Shooting at Odds With Video: Report
Chicago has been roiled by street protests and political turmoil since the release of the video.
Chicago Will Release Video of Police Shooting Another African-American Man
Details of when the video would be released were not available.
Rahm Emanuel Gets Heated With Reporters, Says He Has No Plans to Resign
Chicago mayor faces questions over his handling of a police shooting investigation.
Spike Lee Leads Anti-Gun Violence Protest After Premier of New Film
The film's title, "Chi-Raq", is a nod to the prevalence of violent crime in Chicago and Iraq.
In Wake of Laquan McDonald Charges, Chicago Expands Body Camera Program for Officers
Chicago officer Jason Van Dyke is seen on dash cam video shooting McDonald, a black teenager.
Chicago Police Officer Charged With Killing Laquan McDonald Posts Bond
Jason Van Dyke allegedly shot the teenager 16 times last year.
Protesters March on Downtown Chicago
Demonstrators are calling for the resignation of the city's police superintendent.
Newly Released Footage Raises Questions Over Police Shooting of Chicago Teen
McDonald's killing and the 13-month delay releasing any video taken by dashboard cameras on squad cars at the scene have led to days of demonstrations.
Chicago Appears Calm Following Release of Video Footage Showing Police Shooting
Protests were mostly small and peaceful in the days following the release of video footage showing the fatal shooting of Laquan McDonald.
Five Arrested During Chicago Protests After Officer Charged in Black Teen's Death
Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke faces first-degree murder charges in the shooting death of Laquan McDonald.
Chicago Officials Release Video of White Police Officer Shooting Black Teenager
Officer Jason Van Dyke faces 20 years to life if convicted of first-degree murder.
Chicago Braces for Release of Graphic Police Shooting Video
Officials declined on Friday to say exactly when they would make the video public.