The Myth of the Missing Black Father
One of America’s most persistent stereotypes is that Black men simply do not take care of their children. Folklore claims that they are unfit fathers and their children never feel their presence. This is all a lie; many studies show that the rates of Black fatherhood are not as the narrative portrays. This lie is […]
An Event of Fun for Police and Community
An event that was meant to bring the officers and the community together took place on August 2, in the parking lot of the 10th District, Chicago Police Department. It was a community event held to bring the police and the residents together. The North Lawndale community came in droves to eat food, listen to […]
More Security in Public Places
Two women were attacked and robbed in the early morning of July 18, 2022, by two male suspects on the CTA Red Line in the Loop. Many people have experienced situations like this making them cautious while using public transportation. It’s scary knowing that two women were robbed at knifepoint by two men in an […]
Are Police Officers Needed in Chicago Public Schools?
There is no easy answer about having a police presence in schools. To make such decisions for a school, someone must ensure that students and their families are appropriately represented. Some of Chicago’s K-12 public schools lack proper representation to make good choices for their students, whereas others have none. Perhaps the decision about the […]
Bail Reform for Chicago Hurts Pretrial Detainees
Bail reform for Chicago means soon there will be no cash bail for pretrial detainees. The End Money Bond Act will stop letting people bond out of jail by not allowing the courts to require payment to be released from jail. This ruling affects people who are charged but not convicted of any crimes. The […]
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