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The Illinois effort is being funded in large part by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.
The shooting that killed Dexter Reed, a Black man, raised questions about the use of force and the role of tactical officers who were involved.
Wednesday was Governor’s Day at the Illinois State Fair.
“I will represent all of Illinois, not just Chicago,” said Tracy.
“Of course, every city can continue to do more to drive down crime. But the real crime scene that’s hurting everyday Americans in the United States of America, and the District of Columbia, is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, and the House floor, and the Senate floor.”
Crump has helped represent the Massey family since Sonya’s death. He praises the Massey family for their dedication to, and conviction for, the cause.
“I feel confident that going forward and over time, our communities and law enforcement will have built a trusting relationship,” said the sponsor, State Sen. Doris Turner (D-Springfield), breaking down, “and I will have kept my promise to my childhood friend, Sonya’s mother.”
Illinois becomes the 13th state to adopt Alicia’s Law.
A Missouri cop fatally shot Michael Brown in 2014.
Governor and former nurse: Vaccines really do save lives.