In this Feb. 1, 2016, photo Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez discusses the 2014 Chicago police shooting of teenager Laquan McDonald as she meets with the Daily Herald Editorial Board at the Arlington Heights, Ill. The release of a squad car video of the shooting sparked citywide demonstrations with protesters alleging a cover-up and calling for the resignations of Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Alvarez. Alvarez has defended her office, saying such investigations take time. Emanuel has vowed to improve trust in the police department. (Patrick Kunzer/Daily Herald via AP) MANDATORY CREDIT; MAGS OUT
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