Add 200 detectives to the Chicago Police Department to lower caseloads and improve murder clearance rates.
What was promised
What actually happened
As of mid-2025, the Johnson administration has increased detective staffing but has not reached the 200-detective target. CPD homicide clearance rates remain around 50%, below the national average.
Data sources: CPD staffing reports, WTTW News analysis
Verdict: In Progress
Active work is underway toward this promise, but it has not yet been fully delivered. Progress is being tracked.
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In Progress