Evanston, IL

Georgia State

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Washington, DC

KevinJamesShay

As alleged ethics violations surrounding Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas continue, more lawmakers and organizations are calling for his resignation. "The Supreme Court should be the gold standard of judicial ethics, but some justices today, particularly Justice Clarence Thomas, are falling far short of that standard," read a November 1 public letter signed by groups such as the League of Conservation Voters and People for the American Way. "To begin restoring the Court’s legitimacy, the undersigned 67 organizations call for the resignation of Justice Thomas."

More lawmakers and groups call for Clarence Thomas to resign

Chicago, IL

Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Governor Pritzker allocates $65M for Chicago migrant tent camps: Revealing state Involvement in tent housing solution. Governor J.B. Pritzker has announced a substantial allocation of $65 million by the state to facilitate the establishment of tent encampments for migrants in Chicago before the onset of winter. This decision comes mere months after the second-term Democrat distanced himself from a similar concept introduced by Mayor Brandon Johnson.

Illinois Gov. Requested Migrant Tent Camp Proposals Before Newly Elected Chicago Mayor Took Office

Los Angeles, CA

L.A. TACO

An investigation was continuing today into an alleged rape of a University of Southern California (USC) student by a Lyft driver outside of her apartment near the University Park campus.

USC Student Allegedly Raped by Lyft Driver on Halloween Night

Morris County, NJ

Roxbury Township, NJ

Morristown Minute

Lara Emanuele, a 46-year-old Morris County resident, was found in Roxbury Township; preliminary investigation suggests non-suspicious circumstances. Morristown, NJ – The prolonged search for Lara Emanuele, a 46-year-old Morris County teacher reported missing since June, reached a somber conclusion. Authorities announced the discovery of her remains in a secluded Roxbury Township area, bringing an end to a mystery that has gripped the local community.

Missing Morris County Teacher Found Deceased

West Virginia State

Charleston, WV

Michael Ramsburg

CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Buck firearm season begins on Monday, Nov. 20 in all but four West Virginia counties. As one of the most popular hunting seasons in the state, the two-week period which this year runs through Dec. 3 sees a large harvest of deer -- nearly 49,000 in 2022 alone.

Bag a big buck? The governor wants to see it

Pennsylvania State

Monsey, NY

A Pennsylvania-based doctor, Yitzchok “Barry” Kurtzer, and his wife, Robin Kurtzer, have pleaded guilty to participating in a sophisticated kickback and bribery scheme linked to genetic testing, as announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Medical Fraud Unraveled: Doctor Couple Pleads Guilty to Kickback Scheme

Chicago has encountered challenges in accommodating huge number of migrants from Texas border, sparking community resistance about the impact of immigration. Chicago, in the course of this year, has witnessed the arrival of 376 migrant buses from the Texas border, and this figure doesn't even encompass new arrivals who have opted for air travel to reach the city.

Chicago's Englewood Residents Continue to Fight Against Large Number of Migrant Bus Arrivals

Mansfield, PA

WHEREISTHEBUZZ

Alyson Cranick, 42, a married educator and mother of two, was arrested and charged with multiple counts of sexual assault, risk of injury to a minor, and impairing the morals of children. Cranick is accused of raping an 11-year-old boy.

Alyson Cranick: Married Connecticut Educator Arrested For Allegedly Raping A Minor

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Illinois State

Standard, IL

Small earthquake reported Wednesday morning near Standard, IL. In the early hours of Wednesday, a magnitude 3.6 earthquake sent shockwaves through northern Illinois and adjacent regions, stirring residents and triggering a surge of emergency calls to 911, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and local law enforcement.

Earthquake Tremors Jolt Northern Illinois, Beyond

Concerns rise as Chicago implements strict limits for migrants in shelters with first evictions to begin in January. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has introduced a new 60-day stay limit for migrants residing in city-run shelters. Aimed at freeing up space and expediting the transition to permanent housing, the policy has sparked concerns among dedicated volunteers who have been assisting migrants for several months.

Chicago Volunteers Fear New Migrant Policy May Jeopardize Vulnerable Families During Winter

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND, an advocacy group for people experiencing homelessness, said Wednesday that dozens of women have been thrown out of the shelter on 48th Avenue run by Catholic Charities.

Denver homeless shelter kicks women out, advocacy group reports

Worries about potential threat posed by El Tren de Aragua Gang among Venezuelan Chicago migrants, evidence yet to be found. The Chicago Police Department has issued a warning to officers, alerting them to the potential presence of members of the violent Venezuelan prison gang, El Tren de Aragua, among the 20,000 migrants who have arrived in the city over the past year.

Chicago Police Issue Alert Due to Concerns of Violent Venezuelan Gang Presence

Mundelein, IL

Victim escaped, neighbor called 911, prevented tragedy. A migrant is facing charges of aggravated domestic battery and two counts of domestic battery after he allegedly choked and threatened to kill his girlfriend in Mundelein, prosecutors say.

Migrant in Northern Chicago Suburb Charged With Strangling, Threatening to Murder Girlfriend

New Hampshire State

Concord, NH

InDepthNH.org

UPDATE: Concord, NH – Attorney General John M. Formella, Safety Commissioner Robert L. Quinn, and State Police Colonel Mark B. Hall announce that the victim in the deadly shooting currently under investigation at the New Hampshire State Hospital in Concord, New Hampshire has been identified as Bradley Haas, age 63, of Franklin, New Hampshire.

One Victim Dead, Shooter Killed by State Police at State Psychiatric Hospital in Concord

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Glenview, IL

Morton Grove, IL

Golf, IL

Niles, IL

Glencoe, IL

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Omar Salem, D65 board candidate, talks social equity and fiscal responsibility in schools

Omar Salem, an Evanston/Skokie School District 65 parent, said he’s consistently been frustrated with how the district communicates with parents, students and the community. That’s one...

Omar Salem, D65 board candidate, talks social equity and fiscal responsibility in schools

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