I am in complete agreement with the opinions expressed by #JohnGarridoIII regarding this ill-conceived directive. Normally I'd use the expression "It's a solution to a problem that doesn't exist," but in this case the onerous bureaucratic tone and requirements show that this is

See the post below for an example of a quality that's sorely lacking in Chicago right now - Leadership! Buckle up, it's starting to look like the summer season in Chicago could be as "peaceful" as the Summer of 2020.

You may have seen posts from John Garrido yesterday raising questions about the new Chicago Police Department policy seriously limiting outside Mental Health Providers and organizations access to officers and Department facilities to inform them of programs outside the CPD

Continuing a 20 year-old tradition by attending former Alderman Jim Balcer's Annual Flag Disposal Ceremony in the Bridgeport/Canaryville neighborhood in Chicago. The Alderman's staffer, Kelly Molloy is to my right while current 9th District Commander Joe Mark and the Alderman are

Had a meaningful afternoon at the Ridge Country Club, reflecting on a great lunch and talking with Jim Mullen. It's truly an honor to know Jim, a remarkable individual who exemplifies resilience and courage following a life-altering incident while bravely responding to a "Shots

Keep these poor children and their families in your prayers.

Jen Jen just telling you the truth. If you don't believe her take a ride down State Street during the daytime or, take a ride down Michigan Avenue from the river to Oak Street and see for yourself. It's scary to see how low the pedestrian traffic is compared to just a few

This is so powerful that it speaks for itself.

Here is a thoughtful and articulate post from John Digles detailing the career and achievements of Susana A. Mendoza ☮️. His post outlines her career and the impact she has had on the Legislative Districts she's served, her service as the City Clerk of Chicago, and as Comptroller of

For those of you that are interested in what's really going on in the Cook County criminal justice system as well as our local police departments, you won't find a better source than Chief Weitzel. Chief Weitzel doesn't just talk to talk, he's walked the walk, at his own peril

The CPD Mass Transit Unit has historically been staffed by veteran officers, supplemented by experienced off-duty officers. Replacing that experienced team with poorly trained, minimum wage civilians is a fool's strategy. It only fuels the image of Chicago as a dangerous city

From Chicago’s former CFO Dana Levenson in Crain’s on the city’s pension mess. Like I said in my post below… Financial reality matters more than state constitutional law. The unions should come to the table to negotiate reform soon or risk getting much less in the future.

CPD and CFD Retirees and Widow(ers) - pay attention. Many well-informed and well-meaning people have been screaming from the rooftops for years about the dramatic under-funding of OUR pension, only to be ignored by the police and fire unions, as well as the "management" of the

Any guess?

The geniuses at City Hall and the CTU who are planning "progressive revenue streams" to tax the "rich" may need to take a second look at the plans. But on the bright side, that facility would be a great location for the Feds who coming to restore law and order to Michigan Avenue