The Community Commission for Public Safety & Accountability (CCPSA) 20th District Monthly Meeting will take place on September, 11th at 6pm, at Amundsen High School (5110 N. Damen Ave). Share your concerns regarding public safety & policing in the 20th District Hear from staff at Communities Partnering for Peace (CP4P) about non-police violence prevention work Learn how […]
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City of Chicago And Community Partners Announce Heat Watch 2023 Activation Day
Posted onvia City of Chicago Department of Public Health In collaboration with community partners, the Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) and Office of Climate and Environmental Equity (OCEE) are launching the activation of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) 2023 Heat Watch Campaign. This community heat-mapping project brings together local volunteers, public and private organizations, […]
No Fireworks at Winnemac Park on July 4th Weekend
Posted on40th Ward Neighbors, With the Fourth of July right around the corner, I want to remind 40th Ward neighbors that fireworks are illegal in Chicago; even sparklers are banned. The only permitted “fireworks” in Chicago are glowworms, smoke bombs and party poppers. My office has heard from many residents who are concerned about the uptick in fireworks usage throughout the […]
District Council #24 Public Meeting- Sunday, July 9th at 3 PM
Posted onNotice is hereby given that the DISTRICT COUNCIL # 24COMMUNITY COMMISSION FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND ACCOUNTABILITY will hold a public meeting, Sunday, June 11, 2023 3:00 pm Edgewater Library 6000 N. Broadway Ave Chicago, IL 60660 Zoom is also available via registration at https://bit.ly/24DC-july2023 The agenda for this meeting will be made available electronically on the […]
20th District CCPSA Monthly Meeting
Posted onCommunity Commission for Public Safety & Accountability (CCPSA) is having it’s second meeting. How can your 20th district Representatives best serve you? What does public safety look like for our community? How can you be a part of shaping policies around public safety and policing in our district? To RSVP to our monthly meeting, sign […]
Public Safety Notice in 19th CPD District
Posted onWe received news that on Sunday April 9th, at approximately 11:45pm, a man who was attempting to break into a Lincoln Square business was shot in the leg. The incident is currently under investigation by Area Three detectives. You can contact the 19th District CAPS office by e-mailing them at CAPS019District@chicagopolice.org or phoning 312-744-8320.
Chicago Police Department Superintendent Search Community Forum
Posted onThe CCPSA will conduct community forums as an essential part of the search for Chicago’s next Police Superintendent. Come share your views on the qualifications and experience you want to see in Chicago’s next Superintendent Tues April 11th at the Kehrein Center for the Arts. Doors open at 5:30pm.
Public Safety Statement Regarding 17th CPD District Shooting
Posted onOn Sunday April 2nd, at approximately 6am, there was a shooting incident near the corner of Wilson and Manor in the 40th Ward. The incident is currently under investigation, and appears to be gang-related, according to CPD. Please know that public safety is the highest priority of our office and we are in communication with the […]
CIVILIAN OFFICE OF POLICE ACCOUNTABILITY (COPA) ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF PEOPLE’S ACADEMY
Posted onVia Civilian Office of Police Accountability: Today, the Civilian Office of Police Accountability (COPA) announced the launch of the COPA People’s Academy, a six-week condensed version of COPA’s Training Academy for the public (civilian or sworn) and organizations around the country. COPA People’s Academy is designed to educate citizens on COPA’s processes including (but not […]
2-1-1 Metro Chicago
Posted onChicago and suburban Cook County residents now have access to a local 2-1-1 service—changing the landscape for how we meet the needs of our neighbors. 2-1-1 is a free, 24/7/365 service that connects them to essential health and social service support and information during times of non-emergency crisis and for everyday needs. Important for residents: Call 9-1-1 for […]
Community Alert from 24th Chicago Police District
Posted on024th District Place of Worship Safety Advisory Team (P.O.W.S.A.T) is sending out a community alert relative to recently observed online domestic violent extremist messaging, which announces 25 Feb 23 as a national “Day of Hate”.This anti-Semitic proposed event has instructed like-minded individuals to drop banners, place stickers and flyers, and vandalize by way or graffiti […]
PUBLIC SAFETY STATEMENT: Regarding shooting at Peterson Ave by Talman Ave
Posted onOn Sunday February 12th, at approximately 10pm, there was a shooting incident at the corner of Talman and Peterson in the 40th Ward, in which two individuals were shot and sustained non-life threatening injuries. It appears that the incident was not random. The incident is currently under investigation. Please know that public safety is the highest priority of […]