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public safety

Downtown Showdown: Did Hate Fuel a Punch-Up?

September 10, 2024

A brawl in Palo Alto's Transit Center has sparked questions about hate and violence. A 63-year-old man from East Palo Alto is facing charges after allegedly attacking two men, one Latino in his 20s and another in his 70s. The younger victim claims the suspect hurled insults about Mexicans before

politics

ShotSpotter Showdown: Chicago Aldermen Spar With Mayor Over Gunshot Detection Future

September 10, 2024

Is ShotSpotter a life-saving tool or an expensive mistake? That's the key question facing Chicago as Mayor Brandon Johnson prepares to phase out the controversial gunshot detection system later this month, despite strong opposition from many aldermen who see it as essential for getting police to cri

finance

Kane County's Plea: Cut $5 Million or Justify Why You Can't

August 27, 2024

In an effort to balance the 2025 budget, the Kane County Board Finance and Budget Committee has requested county departments and offices to make a collective $5 million in cuts. If cuts are not feasible, they must provide a valid explanation. This request is part of the committee's proposal to cover