Controversial pilot program expands, igniting debates over justice and community impact
CHICAGO – The Chicago Police Department (CPD) has initiated a pilot program allowing officers to file felony gun possession charges without prior approval from the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. Initially launched in January within the 7th (Englewood) District, this program has recently extended to the 5th (Calumet) District, encompassing neighborhoods such as Roseland, Pullman, and West Pullman. …