John Kahler, Zaher Sahloul, and Samer Attar
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How Likely is a Terrorist Attack in Chicago?
Robert Pape, a terrorism expert at U. of C., on Paris and potential targets in our city
New Tricks
One year after we reported that the Chicago Police Department was undercounting the city’s murders, the problem persists—and top brass are up to some
Three More Curious Cases from 2013
In reporting our latest investigation into the Chicago Police Department's crime numbers, we found a few mysterious cases dating back to 2013.
How U.S. Attorney Zach Fardon Is Fighting Spoofing
The U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois is cracking down on crimes against investors
Chicagoans of the Year 2014: Juan Andrade
President, United States Hispanic Leadership Institute
Chicagoans of the Year
Editor’s Note On Feb. 11, 2015, Little League International stripped Jackie Robinson West of its titles following allegations that league officials had violated player-eligibility rules. Read more about the development....
The Truth About Chicago's Crime Rates: Part 2
Murder makes the headlines, but crimes like theft and assault are far more common in Chicago—and your chances of being a victim may be higher than the police are telling...
The Truth About Chicago’s Crime Rates
The city's drop in crime has been nothing short of miraculous. Here's what's behind the unbelievable numbers.
101 Ways to Make This a Seriously Totally Awesome Winter
The best ways to enjoy Chicago during the frozen season, indoors and outdoors.