Three in custody after attack on news crew near museum
A news crew was attacked while preparing for a broadcast near the Adler Planetarium. The incident involved multiple suspects and resulted in damage to equipment. (sources: cbsnews, nbcnews, foxnews)
A reporter and photographer from CBS Chicago were approached by three men who allegedly shouted racial slurs and damaged their equipment. Three suspects are now in custody.
- The incident occurred near the Adler Planetarium.
- The news crew was preparing for a newscast when approached by the suspects.
- Three men were involved in the attack, and one had a dog.
Why it matters
The incident highlights concerns regarding the safety of journalists in public spaces.
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3 bills on this issue are moving right now — and the most active one is H.R.4103: Break the Cycle of Violence Act.
H.R.4103 · 119th Congress
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What H.R.4103 actually does
This story is about Chicago news crew attacked near Adler Planetarium. This bill would authorize community-based violence intervention grants.
If passed, it would:
- authorize community-based violence intervention grants • create federal infrastructure for violence-intervention programs, including an Office of Community Violence.
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This story is about Chicago news crew attacked near Adler Planetarium. This bill would create a specific federal penalty for assault against journalists.
If passed, it would
- create a specific federal penalty for assault against journalists • make attacks on working reporters a clearer federal concern, not just a general local assault matter.
This story is about Chicago news crew attacked near Adler Planetarium. This bill would direct OSHA to issue guidance on reducing workplace violence risks.
If passed, it would
- direct OSHA to issue guidance on reducing workplace violence risks • support employer prevention planning for workers exposed to public-facing violence risks.