Illinois quick hits: Chicago’s ShotSpotter contract expires; Judge declares mistrial in Madigan-linked case
Chicago’s ShotSpotter contract expires
The city of Chicago’s contract with the developer of ShotSpotter has expired. Mayor Brandon Johnson announced on social media Sunday that the city has issued a Request for Information for “reliable and efficient forms of first responder technology to ensure immediate attention in emergency situations.” City Council member Silvana Tabares posted in response that the decommission of ShotSpotter is “the most radical, reckless, and dangerous policy in the history of our city.”
Judge declares mistrial in Madigan-linked case
A judge declared a mistrial after a jury deadlocked 11-1 on charges alleging former AT&T Illinois leader Paul La Schiazza bribed former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan. The mistrial marks the first defeat for federal prosecutors pursuing corruption charges related to Madigan. Before this week’s mistrial, federal prosecutors had racked up several wins in corruption cases. Another judge has scheduled Madigan’s trial for October.
Secretary of State to discuss food safety
Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is set to discuss food safety. On Monday, Giannoulias will join stakeholders from the Environmental Working Group and the Chemicals Policy at Environmental Defense Fund to speak about an upcoming FDA hearing about the issue and their expectations.
