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County sheriff has virtual solution for mental health responders
Officer Dave Stiak didn't know what to expect when he got the call that someone was hanging over the railing of a bridge in Lemont, Illinois, a Chicago suburb. Stiak, a police officer for the Cook County Sheriff's Office, was on patrol with his partner in February when the calls started to come in. "He was standing outside of the safety railing, people were calling out to him," Stiak said. "He wasn't responding. He was looking off into the sunset. They said the guy looks like he's going to jump." Stiak gradually got closer to the man, making sure not...
Student Takes Legal Action Against Illinois City For Alleged Civil Rights Violations Over School Ticketing Incident
Amara Harris, a young Black woman from Naperville, Illinois, is taking legal action against the city after a years-long battle stemming from a school ticketing incident. At the age of 17, Harris found herself at the center of a controversial case when she was accused of stealing a classmate’s AirPods.
Illinois 126 closing at rail crossing in Plainfield
The Illinois Department of Transportation announcing repairs by the Canadian National Railroad to a crossing on Illinois 126 (Lockport Street) west of Main Street (Illinois 126), in Plainfield, will require a full closure starting, weather permitting, 9 a.m. Monday, June 3. A detour will direct motorists to U.S. 30/Illinois 59...
Chicago family finds human jaw bone, teeth while visiting grave at Burr Oak Cemetery
ALSIP, Ill. - A Chicago family was visiting Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip last week when they made a chilling discovery. While looking for their loved one's gravesite, they stumbled upon a human jaw and teeth. The family then contacted the cemetery and law enforcement also stepped in to assist.
Pritzker rebukes counties’ calls for secession: ‘We are one Illinois’
PONTOON BEACH, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said he wanted “to remind everyone…that we are one Illinois” while celebrating the opening of a new government facility in a county that will ask voters this November if it should secede and form part of a new state. Madison County voters will be asked if […]
‘We just feel powerless:’ Local leaders, community members call for more resources in fight against opioid crisis
COOK COUNTY, Ill. — People who have lost loved ones to opioids as well as political and health leaders are calling for more resources in the fight against the crisis. At Cook Cook County Health, there is a new push in the opioid crisis. “We need our leaders in Springfield to prioritize human lives over policies,” said Chelsea Laliberte Barnes, from […]
Prosecutor says some criminals are back on streets with no cash bail law
(The Center Square) – An Illinois district attorney says the state’s no cash bail law is allowing for some criminals to remain free pending a court appearance. The Illinois Supreme Court declared the legislation ending cash bail constitutional. Beginning on Sept. 18, 2023, Illinois courts no longer used a cash bail system. Instead, they use a […]
Local WWII Navy sailor to receive military burial more than 80 years after his death
Sandra Hannan of southwest suburban Burr Ridge said, thanks to DNA, the Navy has identified the remains of her uncle, Michael Malek. He died aboard the USS Oklahoma at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.
Proviso board votes to bring deans back to schools
The Proviso High School Township District 209 Board of Education voted to bring deans back to schools. The action item was approved 5-1. Board member Rodney Alexander voted against the item. Board member Arbdellla Patterson was absent. The recommendation, presented by interim superintendent Alex Aschoff, comes as a way to...
Frankfort’s Kickoff to Summer Celebration June 2, 2024
Join a local community as they kick off summertime in Frankfort with an exciting celebration. On Sunday, June 2, 2024, downtown Frankfort will come alive with a day where community spirit, entertainment, and summer vibes collide. The event will mark the opening of the summer season of the Frankfort Country...
Aurora unveils Crisis Intervention Unit for Mental Health Awareness Month
AURORA, Ill. - In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the Aurora Police Department unveiled a brand-new office for its Crisis Intervention Unit (CIU). An upgrade from its former – and much smaller – office, the new space aims to provide a collaborative and cohesive workspace for the unit's expanding services.
Naperville girl competes in national 'Doodle for Google' contest
NAPERVILLE, Ill. - A talented 10-year-old from Naperville could soon have her art featured on Google's homepage for hundreds of millions to see. Reva Savalia, who is heading into the fifth grade at River Woods Elementary School next year, is proudly representing Illinois in the Doodle for Google competition. The...
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