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Mayor Calls Dems ‘Tepid’ on ICE

As anti-ICE protests continue, Mayor Brandon Johnson said holding agents accountable requires “boldness” from Democrats — not catering to the “ultra-rich.” He also urged for the prosecution of agents and compared this moment to the Civil Rights Movement. [WBEZ]

• Also: Alders move to broaden city power to investigate police cooperation with ICE. [Tribune 🔒]

Chicago Woman Shot By Border Patrol Hopes To Unseal Footage

After Marimar Martinez was shot five times by Border Patrol, she was arrested for felony assault. Agents had claimed Martinez rammed them with her car, but their case quickly fell apart and charges were dropped. Now, Martinez wants to unseal body cam footage from the incident. She’ll appear in court today. [ABC]

Fugitive Ex-Loretto Hospital Exec Arrested in Serbia

Anosh Ahmed, a disgraced former Loretto Hospital leader, has been arrested in Serbia. Accused of embezzling millions from the hospital and defrauding the federal government for $300 million, he's been living as a fugitive overseas since 2023. [Block Club]

• Did you know: Ahmed and his co-conspirator lived in Trump Tower, and Ahmed appealed to the president for clemency. [Block Club]
  

How Chicago Street Workers Prevent Opioid Overdoses

Thanks in part to the West Side Heroin/Opioid Task Force, Cook County saw the fewest opioid overdose deaths in a decade last year. On today’s podcast, we visit the task force’s new office near the Pulaski Green Line stop and learn more about their work, what’s driving downward trends — and how to use Narcan. [City Cast Chicago 🎧]

Nonviolent Gun Cases Headed to Restorative Justice Courts

Reversing an earlier decision, Cook County State’s Attorney Eileen O’Neill Burke will resume diverting nonviolent gun possession cases to Restorative Justice Community Courts. Those charged will now participate in a restorative practice conference, which includes education on firearm safety. [WTTW]

And now, time for your weekly Neighborhood Shoutout! This is how City Cast Chicago Neighbors share their love for local businesses and organizations.

Today, Maura N. is shouting out Palenque LSNA: “As we deal with the federal agent attacks on our communities and city, Palenque LSNA is an inspiration and a model for solidarity, care, and strategic action.”