Mayor Johnson reiterates veto stance on ShotSpotter, so what happens next?
Barring a last-minute extension, the company behind the ShotSpotter gunshot detection technology says work will begin Monday on the removal of sensors around the city. The City Council on Wednesday voted 33-14 to give police Supt.
Chicago City Council votes overwhelmingly in favor of ShotSpotter technology despite mayor's resistance
Former 911 dispatcher in Chicago Keith Thornton Jr. joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss backlash against Mayor Brandon Johnson's stance and why he believes the gunfire detection system is critical for the community.
Chicago alderpeople vote to keep ShotSpotter technology, Mayor Johnson plans to veto
Mayor Brandon Johnson wants to get rid of the controversial gunshot detection program, saying it's too expensive and doesn't actually help fight crime.
Alders vote to give city's top cop control over future of ShotSpotter, mayor says he'll veto measure
The showdown between the mayor and City Council over ShotSpotter continues after alders on Wednesday voted for the second time to save the city's use of the gunshot detection technology. Mayor Brandon Johnson has vowed to discontinue ShotSpotter and says he will not reverse course.
Chicago city council blasts Mayor Johnson canceling ShotSpotter: 'Campaign promise at the expense of lives'
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson continued his calls to shut down the gunshot detection system ShotSpotter on Monday ahead of an upcoming city council vote to keep it.
'It's illegal': Mayor determined to get rid of ShotSpotter in spite of City Council's vote
Mayor Brandon Johnson is standing firm on his decision to cancel a controversial gunshot detection system, despite an attempt by the Chicago City Council to bypass the mayor.
Mayor Johnson plans to veto ordnance to extend ShotSpotter contract
A group of aldermen voted 33-14 on an ordinance seeking to overturn Mayor Brandon Johnson's plan to eliminate the ShotSpotter gun detection program in Chicago.
Brockton mayor agrees to step aside as chair of School Committee after budget scandal
"I support that. I didn’t choose to be the chair. It’s set by the regs here in the City of Brockton," Brockton Mayor Robert ...
Why Eric Adams Refuses to Clean House in the Mayor’s Office
As reelection looms in 2025, the New York City mayor is brushing off swirling scandals—or “distractions,” he’d say—and seems ...
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Springfield’s mayor claims emergency powers to ‘mitigate public safety concerns’ as threats continue to swarm city
The mayor of Springfield, Ohio, issued a proclamation Thursday claiming temporary emergency powers “to mitigate public ...
Springfield mayor seizes ‘emergency powers’ to help deal with threats after Trump’s false claims about migrants
The mayor of Springfield, Ohio, issued a proclamation Thursday giving himself temporary “emergency powers” as the city faces ...
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Health clinics coming to Springfield, mayor suggests Trump reschedule visit
Mayor Rob Rue declared an emergency due to ongoing threats targeting Springfield's Haitian community. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine ...
NYC Council rolls out bill to repeal Mayor Adams’ policy forcing them to fill out form to meet with admin heads
The City Council is trying to pass a law that would repeal a policy from Mayor Eric Adams requiring them to fill out a form ...
New book examines the legacy of Mayor Richard M. Daley, with successes and scandals alike
"The Daley Show" was written by Forrest Claypool—who served as Daley's chief of staff and as the head of several city ...
‘A huge win’: Austin mayor, council members praise DPD chief as city’s latest hire
Austin city leaders on Thursday celebrated the hiring of Dallas police Chief Eddie García to oversee the city’s public safety ...
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Mayor Johnson rejects plan to keep ShotSpotter; company to remove gunshot sensors
CHICAGO – A day after Mayor Brandon Johnson indicated he would veto a council effort aimed at keeping ShotSpotter – the controversial gunshot detection technology – the device’s parent company, ...
Financially troubled BOPA asks city for help. Baltimore mayor seeks a forensic audit.
The financially troubled Office of Promotion & The Arts (BOPA), which organizes several major events, is asking for the city ...
Springfield mayor talks about additional resources from state to help with threats
Springfield Mayor Rob Rue talked about additional resources the city is getting from the state to help with threats.
Supporters largely close ranks around Portland mayor hopeful Carmen Rubio after she damages parked car, walks away
A day after The Oregonian/OregonLive reported that leading mayoral candidate Carmen Rubio damaged a parked Tesla and then ...