Ford Files Resolution Urging Auditor General to Review CPS

CHICAGO – Concerned that not all students are receiving the quality education they deserve, state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, has introduced legislation calling for an audit of Chicago Public Schools (CPS), focused on students who have not returned since the...

Ford to Meet with Current, Retired Law Enforcement Officers

CHICAGO — State Rep. La Shawn Ford, D-Chicago, is hosting a roundtable discussion with active and retired law enforcement officers on city and statewide efforts to improve public safety and build trust between law enforcement and the community. Ford will be joined by...

State Lawmakers to Hold Hearing on Gun Crimes Thursday Morning

CHICAGO – The bipartisan House Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force, chaired by state Rep. La Shawn K. Ford, D-Chicago, and state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, will convene Thursday, July 28 at 10 a.m. for a virtual hearing on gun crimes, current efforts to...