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‘Snap’ curfew ordinance could come to a vote in Chicago City Council
But just who asked for a key provision — which would give police the ability to call a curfew within 30 minutes — is unclear.
As Chicago teen curfew faces final vote, Snelling backs away from ‘politics’ of debate
Police Superintendent Larry Snelling did not take a clear side on the teen curfew Wednesday morning, saying police will “do ...
Chicago aldermen about-face on anti-gentrification ordinance
Aldermen Felix Cardona Jr. and Gilbert Villegas previously backed the right of first refusal ordinance, but now say it’s ...
City Council approves snap curfew aimed at ‘teen takeovers,’ but mayor says he'll veto it
Mayor Brandon Johnson says he will veto the ordinance, which would empower Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling to issue curfews anytime, anywhere in the city, with 30 minutes’ notice.
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Vote Looms on ‘Snap Curfew’ Plan as Questions Swirl About How Chicago’s Top Cop Would Use It to Stop Teen Gatherings
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling promised to use the power to expand the city's curfew only preemptively, to prevent large teen gatherings from taking place. That goal is shared by Mayor Brandon ...