Crime, Law and Justice

DOJ: 'Severely deficient training' has led to pattern of abuse by Chicago police
The investigation found widespread evidence of unconstitutional use of force. It was launched more than a year ago after a black teenager was shot and killed by a white Chicago police officer.
Race colors jury selection for alleged Jamar Clark protest shooter
Prosecutors say Allen Scarsella, who's white, was motivated by racial hatred when he wounded five African-Americans in November 2015. Responses to a questionnaire to pick the trial's jury reflect the region's racial divide.
Filings: Dakota Access pipeline opponents allegedly threatened officials
Police allege in court filings that opponents of the Dakota Access oil pipeline made threats against officers and public officials in North Dakota last year, prompting additional security for the state's governor.
U.S. government accuses Fiat Chrysler of cheating on emissions
The U.S. government accused Fiat Chrysler on Thursday of failing to disclose software in some of its pickups and SUVs with diesel engines that allows them to emit more pollution than allowed under the Clean Air Act.