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John Heiderschedit, Criminal Defense Attorney; Subscription Lawyer; Chicago Lawyer

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Chicago pays millions in 2024 to settle police misconduct suits

“The level and the number of payouts that Chicago taxpayers underwrite each year for officer misconduct, officer abuse, officers breaking protocol really reflects the fact that we need to make an investment in the city in reforming police training and accountability,” Yohnka told The Center Square. “ #lawsuit

CTA Will Pilot Automatic Detection System on Rail Right-of-Way

Through the pilot, CTA will be using a camera detection system to test for intrusions on the right-of-way. If an intrusion is detected, such as an unauthorized person this information will be sent to the CTA staff at the Control Center so action can be taken. #pilot

Illinois Partners for Human Service to Launch “Living Wages, Thriving Communities” Campaign to Advocate for Fair Pay

On Wednesday, February 26, at noon, advocates, community leaders, and frontline workers will gather in the rotunda of the Capitol Building in Springfield, Illinois, for a pivotal rally and press conference to launch the campaign demanding fair pay and sustainable funding for the human service sector. #fairpay

Madigan guilty verdicts ‘victory for justice, accountability’

After a more than four-month-long trial, and two weeks of jury deliberations, Madigan was found guilty on 10 counts involving conspiracy and bribery with ComEd and counts of wire fraud around a state board appointment. No sentencing date has been scheduled. #verdict

Chicago Public Schools Launches 2025 Annual School Food Survey

“We have intensified our efforts to engage with our students, to achieve the optimal balance between health and flavor,” said CPS CEO Pedro Martinez. “ By listening to the voices of our students, who are the most important members of our District, Nutrition Support Services can make informed adjustments to our meal offerings." #survey

Former UIC professor sues school, alleges illegal firing, discriminatory hiring

The Liberty Justice Center filed the lawsuit Monday on behalf of Stephen Kleinschmit, who was a clinical associate professor in the university's Department of Public Policy, Management, and Analytics. #hiring

Challenges to Illinois’ pending interchange law continue to play out in court

The law prohibits a credit card holder’s bank from charging or receiving interchange fees on portions of transactions, including taxes and gratuities. It is scheduled to go into effect July 1. #fees

Illinois locked in legal battles with Trump administration over immigration policy

Among Trump’s actions were the executive order on birthright citizenship, a short-lived freeze on distribution of federal aid and grants, threats of tariffs against Canada, Mexico and China; and the pardon of people convicted in the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. #policy

Cook County Commissioner Sean Morrison’s Statement on the U.S. Department of Justice’s Lawsuit against the State of Illinois, Cook County, and the City of...

This legal action underscores a significant failure in cooperation between local and federal authorities, particularly concerning the removal of criminal illegal migrants from our communities. #lawsuit

Veteran Business Project Launches New City of Chicago Partnership to Bring Veteran-Owned Businesses to All 50 Wards

“By helping veterans establish businesses in every ward, we’re not only providing them with opportunities to thrive but also contributing to the revitalization of Chicago’s neighborhoods. #veterans

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