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Get buy-in before moving ahead with $120 million new school for Near South Side

The School Board was slated to vote on the proposal, but it was pulled at the last minute. Even some supporters agreed with the need to build consensus and listen to the concerns of the broader school community.

Chicago Sun-Times

Drunk woman attacked police officer on night out before playing dead in street

She had been on a night out in Warrington

Liverpool Echo

McDonald's worker played dead before drunkenly assaulting police officer

Chelsea Henley, 18, slumped to the ground after kicking a patrol car then lay on the ground with her eyes closed as an officer battled to get her to her feet, a court heard

Daily Mirror

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McDonald's worker, 18, falls over in drunken stupor on family night out - then played dead while being tackled by police

Chelsea Henley, 18, kicked a patrol car before slumping to the ground and keeping her eyes closed while police struggled to get her on her feet

Manchester Evening News

Chicago public school dress codes now cannot ban head coverings tied to race, ethnicity

CHICAGO — Starting next school year, dress code policies at Chicago’s public schools can no longer ban head coverings tied to race, ethnicity or hair texture, a change approved without discussion Wednesday by the Chicago Board of Education.

Chicago Tribune

Board of Ed approves CPS’ $9.5B budget over school cut, property tax hike concerns

The budget has faced criticism over some proposed cuts to schools and a property tax increase.

Chicago Sun-Times

Afternoon Edition: June 22, 2022

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CPS scraps plans for new $120M Near South Side high school — for now

Pedro Martinez, the school system’s chief executive, made the surprise announcement at Wednesday’s school board meeting at which members were expected to debate and vote on the plan.

Chicago Sun-Times

Does Chicago’s Near South Side need a new $120 million high school?

With Chicago Public Schools enrollment falling, the Chicago Board of Education is about to take up plans to build a new high school near Chinatown.

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Parents, educators at George Washington High School call on CPS to do something after ceiling caves

A large metal beam collapsed, striking a staff member.

Chicago Sun-Times

Organised crime gang dealt up to £5m worth of drugs and bought firearms

The south Wales based drugs enterprise, led by Kuldip Singh Dhillon, of Cardiff, and his lieutenant Jay Abdul, of Barry, were discovered by the infiltration of their Encrochat devices

Wales Online

Man left woman needing urgent help during Manchester United match after hurling flare he bought off Amazon into crowd

'His reckless actions caused a fan to suffer smoke inhalation'

Manchester Evening News

Give alternatives to cops in schools a chance to take root and flourish

School calls to police are down, and more schools are trying restorative practices and mental health support to resolve conflicts and curb misbehavior without relying on police.

Chicago Sun-Times

'I was raped multiple times in my sleep by my abusive husband but no charges were brought'

Woman, 38, baffled by decision not to charge man she says abused her and her children

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Serving GMP special constable assaulted boy, 7, after being sprayed during water fight

Andrew Parkinson, 55, picked the boy up by his neck and chest after he was "accidentally" sprayed during a water fight

Evening Standard

Met Police officer admits driving after sinking at least seven pints of cider at Romford pub

A Metropolitan Police officer who got behind the wheel of his car after sinking at least seven pints of cider was cleared of drink driving after a key witness was omitted from the criminal case against him.

The Independent UK

‘Lack of progress’ on rape condemned as government ‘shamefully silent’ on minority victims

Justice secretary Dominic Raab said rape convictions are up two thirds in last year but campaigners and survivors say it’s ‘nowhere near’ targets

Daily Record

‘Neighbour from hell’ sprayed man’s BMW car with bleach water

Carey Styles, 42, has been handed a restraining order and fined after a “campaign of harassment” against their neighbour.

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The Independent UK

New government pilot aims to boost support for victims of rape in court

An online victim survey for people who have experienced sexual violence has also been launched

Evening Standard

Specialist rape court in London aims to improve conviction rates

New courts are being set up to improve upon the current two per cent conviction rate

Leeds Live

Leeds to have specialist rape court to tackle backlog and delays

The city was one of three chosen for the pilot scheme

The Independent UK

Kevin Spacey free to return to US after court appearance in London

A court heard that the Oscar-winning actor strenuously denies charges that he sexually assaulted three men.

Chicago Sun-Times

As cops leave the Chicago Public Schools, a new model of resolving conflicts takes shape

“What is notable is the mindset shift,” says Jadine Chou, the school system’s safety and security chief. “We are seeing schools wanting to support our young people more than ever.”

The Independent UK

Hollywood star Kevin Spacey arrives at London court to face sex attack charges

The 62-year-old, wearing a pale blue suit, dark spotted tie and white shirt, smiled as he entered the building.

Liverpool Echo

'Neighbour from hell' sprayed man's car with bleach water

Carey Styles, 42, of Widnes, has been handed a restraining order and fined after a "campaign of harassment"

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