COPA Releases Video of 2025 River North Hotel Shooting
COPA released video of a 2025 police shooting at a River North hotel, illustrating its role in overseeing use‑of‑force investigations.
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Illinois Supreme Court to Decide Public Access to CPD Discipline
The Illinois Supreme Court will decide whether serious disciplinary hearings for Chicago police officers must be public, a ruling that could impact the city’s ongoing discussions about police accountability and transparency.
Ontario Judge Orders Release of Police Probe Records
On September 16, 2026, an Ontario judge authorized the public release of wiretap transcripts, tracking data and surveillance notes from the New Project South investigation into alleged uniform sales by a police officer. The decision aims to increase transparency around the months‑long probe into the officer’s conduct.
Former Houston Officer Gets Five Years Probation for 2019 Raid
Former HPD officer Steven Bryant was sentenced to five years of probation for his involvement in the 2019 Harding Street raid, an operation that resulted in multiple deaths and has spurred ongoing investigations.
Illinois Supreme Court to Hear CPD Discipline Transparency Case
The Illinois Supreme Court will hear arguments on September 24, 2026, about whether serious Chicago Police Department disciplinary hearings must be public, addressing transparency in police oversight.
Police Watchdog Launches Probe into Etobicoke Crash
The Special Investigations Unit has opened a probe into an early‑morning Etobicoke crash involving a Toronto police vehicle on July 25, 2026, to assess whether criminal conduct occurred. The SIU will gather evidence, interview witnesses, and determine if charges are warranted.
Quebec Police Ethics Commissioner Probes Racism Claims in Montréal‑Nord
The Quebec police ethics commissioner began a formal investigation on July 17, 2026, into allegations of racist and discriminatory conduct by officers in Montréal‑Nord, a diverse neighbourhood of Montreal. The probe will assess the claims, determine any policy breaches, and recommend appropriate actions.
