CHICAGO (WLS) -- The City of Chicago announced plans for a permanent honor for the fallen Chicago Police Commander Paul Bauer Sunday.
The city plans to name its new joint police and firefighter training academy the "Paul R. Bauer Academy."
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The facility will be located in West Garfield Park and is expected to cost approximately $95 million.
Mayor Rahm Emanuel said the decision will help to ensure Bauer's memory lives on forever.
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Bauer was gunned down Tuesday at the Thompson Center. Shomari Legghette is charged with first degree murder of a police officer in connection with Bauer's death.
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FILE: Memorial held to honor Cmdr. Paul Bauer on February 17. (WLS)