Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability
Coverage of Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability in the Nexus archive.
- CCPSA searching for next Chicago police superintendent after Snelling retirement announcement
The Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability is seeking a new Chicago police superintendent following Larry Snelling's retirement announcement.
- Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling To Retire After Overseeing Historic Drop In Crime
Chicago Police Supt. Larry Snelling announced his retirement on July 15 after overseeing a historic drop in crime, including a record reduction in homicides and violent crime. Mayor Brandon Johnson praised his leadership, and interim replacement Fred Waller will lead the department during the search for a new superintendent.
- Local leaders, advocates call for creation of Department of Gun Violence Reduction
Local leaders and advocates are advocating for a new Department of Gun Violence Reduction with a $100 million budget, replacing the existing Office of Community Safety. The proposal aims to coordinate violence prevention efforts with housing, jobs, and youth programs, using existing public safety funds across city departments.
- After Chaotic Hyde Park Teen ‘Takeover,’ ‘All Hands On Deck’ To Keep Future Gatherings Peaceful
A chaotic Memorial Day gathering in Hyde Park led to 53 arrests, three teens wounded in a nearby shooting, and community efforts to balance youth engagement with public safety. Residents and officials emphasize collective responsibility for preventing violence without demonizing young people.