Secretary of State Offices closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced that all offices and facilities will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November...
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America’s Wire releases Exclusive Article citing Impact of Black Prosecutors across the country
In Several Communities, Black Prosecutors are Transforming How Crime is Addressed, People are Prosecuted and Punishment is Administered to People...
$55 Million Settlement For Illegal searches at Cook County Jail
 Largest-ever settlement of its kind    Chicago, IL ― In the largest-ever class action settlement of its kind,...
Attorney General Madigan files legislation in Springfield to ensure integriity of Foreclosure Process, Protect Homeowners
Chicago, IL — Attorney General Lisa Madigan has  filed legislation designed to reform the foreclosure process to protect homeowners. Madigan’s legislation is...
Senator-Elect Kirk supports Senate GOP Earmark Moratorium
Washington, DC – Senator-Elect Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) released the following statement regarding his vote to support a Senate Republican Conference earmark...
Suburban Police Lieutenant indicted in Brutality Case
A Park Ridge Police Lieutenant has been indicted on multiple charges of battery and official misconduct for beating two teen-aged...
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan recognized for commitment to Internet Safety
Chicago, ILÂ - Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan has been honored with an outstanding achievement award by the Family Online Safety...
Illinois and the Korean War, December 1950
 The State of Illinois is commemorating the 60th anniversary of the Korean War by supplying information each month about...
Film company releases DVD and Discussion Guide about African Americans who are migrating back to Africa
 Indianapolis, IN (BlackNews.com) -  The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education have designated November 15-19 as...
Honoring our nation’s Veterans
(A Veteran's Day Message from President Barack Obama) Â Each fall, Americans take time to honor the brave men and...
