BRANDON JOHNSON

New Chicago mayor on teens destroying city: ‘It’s not constructive to demonize youth’ who have been deprived

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Chicagoans awaiting the inauguration of Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson (D) got a taste of how his “community policing” agenda may look after his issued response to teen rioting appeared to paint them as victims. At least two teens were reportedly shot Saturday amid the chaos of hundreds running amok in downtown Chicago for a second consecutive night of … Read more

Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson to select new police superintendent

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CHICAGO (WLS) — Chicago Mayor-elect Brandon Johnson paid a visit on Monday to striking teachers on the picket line outside Chicago State University. But, a top priority for Johnson as he prepares to lead the city will be selecting the next Chicago police superintendent. A new civilian oversight committee is now taking applications and has until mid-June … Read more