tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post1855088313643549357..comments2024-03-23T09:42:36.833-05:00Comments on Uptown Update: Evening Hi-Jinks At Broadway & MontroseUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger60125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-74363213417923689042009-02-28T14:51:00.000-06:002009-02-28T14:51:00.000-06:00Wait until the wilson yard has its units filled. T...Wait until the wilson yard has its units filled. This will be a hourly thing and you can thank ourfearless Schller for the harm she has and is doing to my uptown.....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-58226852357275898292009-02-26T22:11:00.000-06:002009-02-26T22:11:00.000-06:00Something tells me "Nathanial" hasn't lived in the...Something tells me "Nathanial" hasn't lived in the neighborhood too long.bigbqhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02825205381275840648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-11187993185428372262009-02-26T09:47:00.000-06:002009-02-26T09:47:00.000-06:00Big Daddy and CC122578-Thanks for joining the disc...Big Daddy and CC122578-<BR/>Thanks for joining the discussion. I think the vast majority of UU readers approve of the job that the CPD does and are grateful for quick responses to incidents like what was shown in this video. Keep up the good work!<BR/>And to our readers- The CAPS meetings are updated on the main page on the right. Please spread the word and speak up about crimes or suspicious activity you see in your neighborhood.Uptown Updaterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10714258095661297253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-86407367815758398892009-02-26T09:07:00.000-06:002009-02-26T09:07:00.000-06:00Bradley, in my entire career as a Chicago Police O...Bradley, in my entire career as a Chicago Police Officer which is rapidly approaching the thirty year mark, I've NEVER seen any Police misconduct towards a citizen that was not initiated by the citizen. Never. And that includes all races or gender.In those instances involving what is perceived as misconduct between the Police and citizen, they were without fail, the result of something the citizen/arrestee did or said. Now I'm sure I'm about to be called a liar by some, but as God as my witness, what I said is the truth.<BR/><BR/>There are people on this planet that think they can abuse a Police Officer both physically and verbally simply because it is part of being a Police Officer. That's not what we get paid for. While I agree a Police Officer needs to develop a "thick skin", nowhere in my job description does it say that I'm to be the recipient of abuse. There are also those that think it's cool to film Police Officers as they go about there job or that it's OK to stage incidents during which the Police Officer is provoked and then film the Officers response to this provocation, post it on the Internet while at the same time, omitting the provcation which caused the incident. These types of people are nothing more than slimey little knats who contribute nothing to society and instead actually detract from it, which I suppose is their goal.<BR/><BR/>Finally, Police Officers are NOT power abusers and Police work does not attract any more people with that type of thought process than any other occupation. We/I did not come on this job to abuse people or to take out our frustrations on the public. I came on this job because I thought it would be an exciting, decent paying job with decent benefits that would enable me to "give something back" to society. So far it has been pretty much all that. I, as well as most Police Officers, can tell you stories about incidents that I have been involved in that would make your hair stand on end. I can tell you stories during which I/We have saved peoples lives or prevented them from serious harm. That's the good part. I can also tell you about Police Officers being shot as I have been, stabbed as I have been, spat upon as I have been, cursed at as I have been, sued as I have been and an assortment of other unpleasantries that NO Police Officer should have to endure.<BR/><BR/>While I hate to be dramatic, it is a fact that everyday Police Officers go out and try to do a good job, to earn their pay, to make their areas a little bit better and that while doing that, they run the risk of not returning home at the end of their tour of duty. During my time as a Chicago Police Officer I have had the unpleasant task of burying five of my friends who were killed in the line of duty. There are not many professions in which someone can make a statement like that. Yet these guys go out everyday and do the job.<BR/><BR/>To those that support us such as you Brad, I say thank you. To those of you that think we are power hungry, brutal thugs, I ask you to walk a mile in my shoes and see the scum of the earth that we have to deal with everyday. I can guarantee you that your opinion will change. It has every time I've taken a person who was suspicious about the Police or just didn't like us on board with me as a ride along.Big Daddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17185883277690070163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-54654958036076163002009-02-26T08:44:00.000-06:002009-02-26T08:44:00.000-06:00Buenapk-It is irrational of you to compare public ...Buenapk-<BR/><BR/>It is irrational of you to compare public drinking and murder. I never said it was ok for public drinking to go on anywhere, and I don't think it's ok to shoot people. <BR/><BR/>Your example is juvenile.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-11629660542487360602009-02-26T07:07:00.000-06:002009-02-26T07:07:00.000-06:00I've noticed that there are often two camps on thi...I've noticed that there are often two camps on this blog: those that want the same standards enacted throughout the ward as should be done in other wards, and those who believe certain groups of people deserve lower standards because they're victims. I don't believe they realize that when they do this, they make the plight of victims worse. I see it at CAPS meetings, with different organizations, with the way we interact with youth, the mentally ill, the homeless, with habitual criminals, public drinkers, aggressive begging, etc.<BR/><BR/>The other difference is that the camp that has lower expectations for their victims has often promoted the ends justifying the means and they sometimes have no problem with lying to promote their cause. (Thus, one of the copwatch members was sued for encouraging youth to issue false reports of police violence. Never mind what damage that does to the youth.)<BR/><BR/>If logic is used to end an argument, they will remain quiet only to resurface with the very same argument again. There is no interest in changing their viewpoint. It's all about holding onto a philosophy with blinders held tightly in place. Now that's sad.holy moleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18006600794546900502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-57029240423536397412009-02-26T06:33:00.000-06:002009-02-26T06:33:00.000-06:00How many times do I have to tell you folks...stati...How many times do I have to tell you folks...statisitics in incompetent hands are dangerous. I don't know the actual statistics, these are only to illustrate my point.<BR/><BR/>Yes, you're more likely to be abused by the police if you're a young black man but how likely? If 1 in 5,000 arrests of a white woman yields abuse and 3 in 5,000 arrests of a black man yields abuse, then a black man is 3 times as likely to be abused although the fact remains a black man being arrested is still incredibly unlikely to be abused. My perception is that COPWATCH would have us believe the vast majority of interactions between blacks and cops result in abuse. While I believe the nature of the profession tends to attract power abusers and may have more than the general population I've seen no evidence, and don't doubt, the vast majority of cops are honest, hard-working and fair-minded. Again, for example, if the general population resulted in 1 in every 250 people had power issues, I wouldn't be surprised if the police force was 2 in 250 which is twice as likely but still very very unlikely.Bradleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02310233196669409213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-53667563573787361542009-02-26T04:17:00.000-06:002009-02-26T04:17:00.000-06:00Kenny said...I'm just glad as hell that I've never...Kenny said...<BR/>I'm just glad as hell that I've never beaten/tortured into confessing to a crime I didn't commit.<BR/><BR/>But let's face it, the odds of that happening to me are slim to none, since I'm affluent, white, and female, thank God.<BR/><BR/><BR/>So you are saying what? That prisoners get tortured often by the hands of CPD?<BR/><BR/>You along with these wannabe corruption police haters at cop watch have a lot to learn about being the police and dealing with violent repeat criminals day in and day out. Do I think its ok to use physical force to coerce a confession, absolutely not. However I also do not deal with asshole criminals with kid gloves either. The moment a police officer hesitates and allows a criminal benefit of the doubt is that exact same moment when said criminal will take advantage of the police. Trust me, walk a mile in a hard working police officer's shoes and every single one of you doubters and naysayers would do an about face. And one more thing, this one although not 100% true has been seen to be true more often than not. "you are only a Liberal until you are a victim."<BR/><BR/>And the word Liberal is meant to describe those bleeding hearts that would rather dine with a criminal than with the police who protect and serve.<BR/><BR/>- A Chicago Police Officer who gets satisfaction from locking up bad guysAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-87933365031511232842009-02-25T23:17:00.000-06:002009-02-25T23:17:00.000-06:00Kenny said... I'm just glad as hell that I've neve...<B>Kenny</B> said... <BR/><I>I'm just glad as hell that I've never beaten/tortured into confessing to a crime I didn't commit.<BR/><BR/>But let's face it, the odds of that happening to me are slim to none, since I'm affluent, white, and female, thank God.</I><BR/><BR/><B>just wondering</B> said... <BR/><I>Kenny, I'm wondering if you would call the police if a minority person was committing a crime against you? You wouldn't want to take the chance that this person might get victimized by the police, heh?</I><BR/><BR/>Another sad American tragedy - Limbaugh Logic.Kennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15360794470483904562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-67203890477674110682009-02-25T22:37:00.000-06:002009-02-25T22:37:00.000-06:00They did call the police against a minority when t...They did call the police against a minority when their house at 4652 N Kennore was being broken into. And yes the culprit was a minority of Presidential persuasion.phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16429582679025315718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-16102856033826513352009-02-25T21:37:00.000-06:002009-02-25T21:37:00.000-06:00Kenny, I'm wondering if you would call the police ...Kenny, I'm wondering if you would call the police if a minority person was committing a crime against you? You wouldn't want to take the chance that this person might get victimized by the police, heh?just wonderinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07527021983888029704noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-28931018924932594692009-02-25T21:30:00.000-06:002009-02-25T21:30:00.000-06:00I'm just glad as hell that I've never beaten/tortu...I'm just glad as hell that I've never beaten/tortured into confessing to a crime I didn't commit.<BR/><BR/>But let's face it, the odds of that happening to me are slim to none, since I'm affluent, white, and female, thank God.Kennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15360794470483904562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-33874344118460964572009-02-25T21:05:00.000-06:002009-02-25T21:05:00.000-06:00Ron, when the police were called to assist with a ...Ron, when the police were called to assist with a burglary in progress at your place, did you get your camera out to film them? Curious minds want to know.holy moleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18006600794546900502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-60772860847234882282009-02-25T20:48:00.000-06:002009-02-25T20:48:00.000-06:00Nathan didn't someone in your organization get in ...Nathan didn't someone in your organization get in hot water over coercing a witness? <BR/><BR/>Sounds like your little club has corruption too. Ah but what they heck you guys have $200 video cameras..you must be legit.chipdouglashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00827669478369792692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-60349284232543968432009-02-25T20:40:00.000-06:002009-02-25T20:40:00.000-06:00Excessive force is the problem isn't it? I get it ...Excessive force is the problem isn't it? I get it you guys do not want any force used even when it is warranted. Well I hope a new alderman comes along someday and rezones 4652 N Kenmore non-residential, and the only acceptable use a gun store. Force you guys to start a citizens watch. That will get your asses kicked right quick and proper.phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16429582679025315718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-80971339741394484242009-02-25T20:38:00.000-06:002009-02-25T20:38:00.000-06:00Nathaniel- If you have EVIDENCE, not speculation o...Nathaniel- If you have EVIDENCE, not speculation or opinion, of corruption in IAD, I am certain the Federal States Attorney's Office would be more than happy to investigate. The problem we have here is that many people, (Chuck and Nathaniel included) believe in giving people the benefit of the doubt. Leniency for criminals, probation, rehab, drug school, everything except the JAIL SENTENCE which corresponds to the crime committed. Our judicial system, while not perfect, is what we have. Which is much like IAD- it's not perfect, but it's what we have. I agree some cops are not what we would like. HOWEVER, many people (Chuck and Nathaniel included) prefer to give criminals the benefit of the doubt, while not giving it to the police. To the cops who do the right thing every day, and serve us with integrity---you are salutedShort Top Hathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06056884087815966899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-6968033024327169972009-02-25T20:17:00.000-06:002009-02-25T20:17:00.000-06:00several points:IPRA only investigates incidents of...several points:<BR/><BR/>IPRA only investigates incidents of "excessive force" all other incidents go to Internal Affairs.<BR/><BR/>Internal Affairs Department is NOT and independent agency.<BR/><BR/>Internal Affairs Department is inept and corrupt we would know seeing as that we have been forced to work with them on several occasions, which is always a frustrating venture.Nathanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13140086210223558410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-69072163888652371242009-02-25T19:56:00.000-06:002009-02-25T19:56:00.000-06:00CHUCK, feb 25th, 3:30 pm "And I will stand by...CHUCK, feb 25th, 3:30 pm <BR/> "And I will stand by my opinion that they need to be monitored by an outside entity."<BR/> <BR/> In case you haven't heard, it's called IPRA- Independent Police Review Authority. So they are monitored INDEPENDENTLY already.<BR/> AND might I ad, those investigators are trained professionals. I believe they are hiring if you seriously want to practice what you preach.........didn't think so, it's easier to claim to do good then it actually is to DO goodShort Top Hathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06056884087815966899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-41604473795491607162009-02-25T19:03:00.000-06:002009-02-25T19:03:00.000-06:00Who is Mark "ummm" Kaplan??Who is Mark "ummm" Kaplan??To Be Named Laterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15170157840149492574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-65405924266886192972009-02-25T18:22:00.000-06:002009-02-25T18:22:00.000-06:00If any of the folks for the Catholic House are rea...If any of the folks for the Catholic House are reading this blog (it seems like they do) do me a favor and take care of your property on Kenmore, I thought it was vacant!To Be Named Laterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15170157840149492574noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-88100269314516035542009-02-25T16:28:00.000-06:002009-02-25T16:28:00.000-06:00Uptown g. I have yet to see a brawl around Wrigle...Uptown g. I have yet to see a brawl around Wrigley but it is possible you have seen one. Let's say it has happened. Does that mean it's OK in Uptown? With your warped logic, last weekend's killing of of three kids on the southside would make it OK to gun down a few in Uptown. Your tired postings are pathetic.buenapkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07941955444403791158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-73249648608018689592009-02-25T15:44:00.000-06:002009-02-25T15:44:00.000-06:00UpChuck,that attempt at "writing" you just posted ...UpChuck,<BR/><BR/>that attempt at "writing" you just posted proves once again that you are in fact a MOron.<BR/><BR/>I think perhaps you need to take your medication. Are you self medicating?<BR/><BR/>Are you having a flashback?<BR/><BR/>PTMD Post Traumatic Moron Disorder?<BR/><BR/>If you are going to stereotype cops as power hungry thugs then prepare to be boarded. That's a pirate term by the way.........<BR/><BR/>arggggggggggh<BR/><BR/>By the way since I don't know you or as you put it "toward someone you don't know but from this blog" perhaps you would give cops the same courtesy you request for yourself. Judge them as individuals.<BR/><BR/>I judge you a MOron. UPChuck.IrishPiratehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11339255909419333238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-33477506837077048022009-02-25T15:30:00.000-06:002009-02-25T15:30:00.000-06:00Irish, I'm far from being an idiot. But thanks fo...Irish, I'm far from being an idiot. But thanks for your input on my IQ. It's nice that you feel compelled to use personal attacks to bolster your argument. And toward someone you don't know but from this blog.<BR/><BR/>In any case, I did specify cops as a neccesary evil. We need them. I use them. To equate my dislike for them while utilizing them with a man beating his wife while asking for dinner is a bit absurd. Marrying a woman you don't love so that you have a built in maid would be more apropos. And I will stand by my opinion that they need to be monitored by an outside entity. I would not consider Internal Affairs an outside entity or remotely unbiased. Cops will protect their own and IA is a band of cops. Someone also mentioned the city council and working with them if I had a better idea. Yeah, the same city council that rubber stamps Daley doings and ok'd Shiller's boondogle that we all agree is a waste of tax money.<BR/><BR/>In closing, while I don't like cops I will utilize them when needed, just like I will eat my fruits and vegetables even when I don't want to because they are good for me.Chuckhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05022437359538448880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-974444767851680902009-02-25T15:06:00.000-06:002009-02-25T15:06:00.000-06:00I might add the Cop that Copwatch posted about get...I might add the Cop that Copwatch posted about getting the drunk off the bus was just doing his job.<BR/><BR/>The drunk won't listen to him and could have grabbed the officers gun and shot him.<BR/><BR/>These people put their lives on the line everyday for us.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1957537260422450632.post-65361770469197099672009-02-25T15:04:00.000-06:002009-02-25T15:04:00.000-06:00Most of the Chicago Police are fine Citizens and I...Most of the Chicago Police are fine Citizens and I am glad there are here.<BR/><BR/>They aren't out looking for trouble like a lot of small town cops or Chicago suburban cops. Here they will actually cut you a break.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com