Arrests were made this week in the murder of Dwyane Wade's cousin. Were the suspects freed too soon after prior convictions? Mayor Rahm Emanuel thinks so. “The criminal justice system is undermining the public safety on our streets,” he said at a news conference this week. He also announced plans for a “major address” on gun violence.

There may be a new agency policing Chicago police officers, as the mayor proposes to replace the embattled Independent Police Review Authority. Oscar and Grammy winner Che “Rhymefest” Smith says Chicago police treated him poorly after a robber mugged him. The video he posted on social media brought an apology from the Chicago Police Department.

In other news: How would Donald Trump’s immigration plan affect Chicago, a sanctuary city? The Chicago Teachers Union is considering a second vote for an October walkout. Tribune Media is selling its landmark tower. Illinois voter registration data is hacked. And in sports, the Cubs keep rolling.

Guests

Charles Thomas, ABC 7 News

Lauren Chooljian, WBEZ

Craig Dellimore, WBBM Radio

Jim Litke, Associated Press

The conversation continues online in our exclusive web video. This week, Weisman and guests address comments by TV producer Dick Wolf, who, on a visit this week to Chicago to kick off filming for his new show “Chicago Justice,” referred to Chicago as “a cleaner, politer New York with slightly heavier people.”

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