Tag: Illinois

Hastings’ missing persons identification measure passes Senate

April 21, 2026April 21, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Hastings’ missing persons identification measure passes Senate State Senator Michael E. Hastings is building on his missing persons investigation work ─ passing legislation in the Senate that would accelerate the timeline for critical forensic data being added to state and national databases. “Law enforcement often starts, and sometimes stops, with criminal databases like CODIS for…

Crime, Illinois Legislature, Law, Michael Hastings, News, Police, Senator Michael Hastings

Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods

February 24, 2026February 24, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Hastings builds on missing persons identification methods SPRINGFIELD — State Senator Michael E. Hastings is building on his missing persons investigation work by advancing legislation that would accelerate the timeline for critical forensic data being added to state and national databases. “Families dealing with a missing loved one should not have to wait for answers,”…

Crime, Illinois Legislature, Michael Hastings, News, NewsWire, safety, Senator Michael Hastings, Technology

Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses

February 22, 2026February 22, 2026 News Editor No Comments

Important News: Just the News reports Giannoulias received $300,000 in trucking industry donations while allegedly issuing illegal licenses “Important News” is a feature that showcases published reporting by other news sources and platforms with attribution and links that might be of interest to readers. Just the News reported on Feb. 21, 2026 that Secretary of…

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Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Rep. Ryan Secures Funding for Special Bus Lane in Evergreen Park State Rep. Rick Ryan, D-Evergreen Park, has secured funding for the construction of a “queue jump” bus lane in Evergreen Park on 95th St. and Western Ave. that will allow buses a seven-second start at stoplights ahead of other lanes. “I’m thrilled that this…

Illinois Legislature, News, NewsWire, Suburban Chicagoland, Transportation

State Senate candidate Nick Uniejewski receives major endorsements in 6th District

February 10, 2026February 10, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

State Senate candidate Nick Uniejewski receives major endorsements in 6th District Veteran progressive icon Don Rose and former Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin have endorsed Nick Uniejewski in his challenge to controversial incumbent Sara Feigenholtz in the March 17, 2026, Democratic Primary. Feigenholtz has been repeatedly criticized for putting foreign interests over the interests of…

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State Representative Stephanie Kifowit Endorses Neil Khot for Congress in IL-08

February 6, 2026February 6, 2026 News Editor No Comments

State Representative Stephanie Kifowit Endorses Neil Khot for Congress in IL-08 AURORA, IL — Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit today announced her endorsement of Neil Khot for Congress in Illinois’ 8th Congressional District, citing his record of standing up for veterans, protecting reproductive rights, and showing up for the community. “As a United States Marine…

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Chicago Couple Among Nine Individuals Charged in Federal Drug Investigation

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Chicago Couple Among Nine Individuals Charged in Federal Drug Investigation A federal drug investigation has resulted in criminal charges against nine individuals for allegedly trafficking cocaine in the Chicago area. The investigation, led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Chicago Police Department, utilized covert surveillance operations, undercover narcotics purchases, and wiretapped communications to…

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Suburban Chicago Man Sentenced to 48 Years in Federal Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor

January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Suburban Chicago Man Sentenced to 48 Years in Federal Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor A suburban Chicago man has been sentenced to 48 years in federal prison for enticing a minor to engage in sexually explicit conduct. Tercalo E. Thomas enticed, persuaded, and used a prepubescent minor to engage in illegal sexual conduct, which…

Crime, Federal, Law, News, U.S. Attorney

Cicero Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Cicero Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing A 54-year-old Cicero man is facing a murder charge in connection with the fatal stabbing of another man, Cook County Sheriff Thomas J. Dart announced today. Just before 4 a.m. on Jan. 19, Cook County Sheriff’s Police responded to the 5000 block of South Luna Avenue in unincorporated Stickney…

Cook County, Crime, News, Police, Suburban Chicagoland

Women Employed Issues “Damage Report” on One-Year Anniversary of Second Trump Administration, Vows Continued Fight for Working Women and Families

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 Ray Hanania No Comments

Women Employed Issues “Damage Report” on One-Year Anniversary of Second Trump Administration, Vows Continued Fight for Working Women and Families On the one-year anniversary of the second Trump administration, Women Employed (WE) released a “Damage Report” detailing the administration’s “swift and unrelenting actions” that constitute “direct attacks on workers’ rights, women’s freedoms, and the fundamental…

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Uniejewski Campaign Knocks 50,000 Doors in the 6th District

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Uniejewski Campaign Knocks 50,000 Doors in the 6th District Grassroots organizing effort spans every ward, showing unprecedented organizing strength. Nick Uniejewski’s campaign announced today that it has knocked on more than 50,000 doors in all 10 wards across Illinois’ 6th State Senate District, demonstrating the scale of an organizing-first campaign focused on building lasting community…

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Local restaurants and amateur cooks invited to compete in Frankfort Fire & Ice Winter Social Chili Cook-off

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Local restaurants and amateur cooks invited to compete in Frankfort Fire & Ice Winter Social Chili Cook-off The Village of Frankfort is inviting chili enthusiasts and local restaurants to turn up the heat this winter at the Fire & Ice Winter Social Chili Cook-Off, taking place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 12:00 to 2:00…

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Federal Grand Jury Indicts Members and Associates of Violent Chicago Street Gang for Racketeering Conspiracy Involving 13 Murders

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Members and Associates of Violent Chicago Street Gang for Racketeering Conspiracy Involving 13 Murders A federal grand jury has indicted six alleged members and associates of a Chicago street gang for participating in a criminal organization that murdered rivals, committed armed robberies and carjackings, and violently protected their perceived territory on…

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Kat Abughazaleh Leaves X, Calls on Candidates to Stop Funding Elon Musk’s Platform

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Kat Abughazaleh Leaves X, Calls on Candidates to Stop Funding Elon Musk’s Platform Congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh announced today that she will no longer use X, formerly known as Twitter, citing the platform’s transformation into a tool for right-wing radicalization, misinformation, and surveillance under Elon Musk’s ownership. Abughazaleh also called on other candidates to stop…

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Republican Party in Illinois needs new grassroots, candidate says

December 21, 2025December 21, 2025 News Editor No Comments

Republican Party in Illinois needs new grassroots, candidate says In a recent press release, U.S. Republican Senate Candidate R. Cary Capparelli argues that the Republican Party needs new leadership. Capparelli is correct, and several GOP candidates have surfaced to help redefine the Republican effort in Illinois, including in and around Chicago, such as Liz Gorman…

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Sullivan’s Steakhouse makes every night special with family and friends

December 19, 2025December 20, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Sullivan’s Steakhouse makes every night special with family and friends Restaurant review: Sullivan’s Steakhouse features a Holiday Menu with quality care in preparing their expansive menu of fresh meats, seafood, and appetizers. The restaurant in Naperville is part of a national chain in 14 cities. The combination of food quality, presentation, freshness, and preparation, and…

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Former Congresswoman Marie Newman endorses Joseph “Joey” Ruzevich for Congress in the Illinois 6th Congressional District

December 19, 2025December 19, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Former Congresswoman Marie Newman endorses Joseph “Joey” Ruzevich for Congress in the Illinois 6th Congressional District Former Congresswoman of IL-3, Marie Newman, has formally endorsed Joseph “Joey” Ruzevich, Democratic candidate for Illinois’ 6th Congressional District. Marie Newman also confirmed her attendance as the keynote speaker at Joey Ruzevich’s fundraising dinner on Friday, December 19, 2025,…

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Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces $50 Million Loan Program to Help Federal Workers During Shutdown

October 30, 2025October 30, 2025 Ray Hanania No Comments

Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Announces $50 Million Loan Program to Help Federal Workers During Shutdown Estimated 153,000 Federal Workers in Illinois to be impacted by government shutdown Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is committing $50 million to fund zero-interest and low-interest loans to unpaid federal workers during the government shutdown. The loans will be…

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