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Some Chicago police to begin wearing body cameras this week

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Tuesday, January 20, 2015
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- Some Chicago police officers will start wearing body cameras this week as the department launches its pilot program.

Thirty cameras will be tested initially. Some officers will wear the cameras clipped to their clothing, others on their glasses, goggles or head gear.

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