Chicago residents gather in Beverly for final public forum on selection of new top cop

Monday was the final night of community input before the city moves forward with naming a new top cop.

CHICAGO - The last public forum in the search for a new Chicago police superintendent took place on the South Side Monday night.

The forum was held at the Beverly Arts Center on 111th Street, starting at 6 p.m. This marked the seventh gathering held since mid-April.

The panel responsible for narrowing down the pool of 52 applicants to three recommendations has noted significant community turnout.

Many Chicago residents agree that the new superintendent should have local ties and a plan to engage youth and enhance community relations.

The panel has until mid-July to submit their list of candidates to Mayor Brandon Johnson, who will then choose a nominee for City Council approval.