A federal judge is reviewing the use of force by ICE agents during arrests in Chicago. The case raises questions about agency policies and detainee treatment amid growing scrutiny of immigration enforcement practices.
Day: February 6, 2026
The Department of Homeland Security has intensified its use of militaristic action videos, raising concerns over propaganda tactics aimed at shaping public perception, reports CNN. Critics question the impact on civil liberties.
Chicago’s Music Box Theatre is expanding with a third screen and has acquired Minneapolis’ historic Heights Theater, signaling growth for the indie cinema chain. Details on renovations and programming are forthcoming.
Davis School Chicago, a new college preparatory Jewish high school, is set to open in downtown’s Lakeshore East area. The school aims to provide rigorous academics combined with cultural values. Reporting for ABC7 Chicago.
The Department of Homeland Security credits Operation Midway Blitz for Chicago’s drop in violent crime. However, data shows the decline had already been underway before the initiative launched, FOX 32 Chicago reports.
Sportsbooks have filed a lawsuit to block Chicago’s newly implemented sports betting tax, arguing it unfairly burdens operators and could harm the city’s betting market. The legal battle is underway.