Magnolia Jennings, 106, hailed by Gov. Quinn and Clerk Dorothy Brown
Sister, niece deny grandparents were slaves  By Chinta Strausberg   Surrounded by her family at the Waterfront Terrace...
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State Senator Collins’ law removes statute of limitations for sex crimes against children
When there is physical evidence or a mandatory reporter violation, charges may be filed at any time  SPRINGFIELD –...
President Barack Obama Recognized Integrated Military Force During Keynote Remarks at 60th Anniversary Korean War Event in Washington
Korean War Veterans from across the nation attended observance Arlington, VA - President Barack Obama has participated in a special...
Scammers trying to make Obamacare confusion an opportunity for Identity Theft, warns Better Business Bureau
 (From the Better Business Bureau)  CHICAGO, IL - With the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, commonly labeled...
Back-To-School Plans Should Include Internet Safety Discussion
 A Note from Anita Alvarez Cook County State’s Attorney Pencils, notebooks, folders, new clothes, haircuts – a list that starts...
Chicago Board of Elections Chief praises “Mother Jennings’’ 106th birthday
 She saw the right for women to vote By Chinta Strausberg Chicago Board of Election Commissioners officials late Tuesday...
U.S. Senator Durbin statement on Drug Sentencing Reform Speech by Attorney General Holder
 Durbin introduced Bipartisan Bill to give flexibility in Drug Sentencing on Aug 1  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Assistant Majority...
Perfect Storm of Housing Ills Hits Communities of Color
New America Media By Anna Challet SAN FRANCISCO - Despite soaring home prices in the Bay Area, many homeowners in communities...
Door-to-Door Sales Provides Easy Entry for Scammers, Warns Better Business Bureau
(From the Better Business Bureau) Â CHICAGO, IL - The world has become more digital and consumers are buying and...
Secretary of State Offices Closed Monday for Labor Day
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities normally open Monday through Friday will be closed...
