Politics & Government

Chicago Police Department Is Budgeted For 1,300 More Officers Than Are On The Force Now, Amid Concerning Crime Spike

Days off are canceled for full-duty sworn members through May 31.

CHICAGO (CBS) — Chicago Police officers have had their days off canceled – with the possibility of 12-hour shifts on the table – as we head into Memorial Day weekend.

Days of for all officers were canceled for full-duty sworn members beginning this past Tuesday. This will remain in place until Tuesday, May 31.

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