Marimar Martinez, a woman who was shot by a Border Patrol agent last year, sits with her attorneys during a press conference Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley)
IL State News
2 days ago
Lawyers of Chicago woman shot by federal agents say documents show how DHS lies about investigations

In a statement Wednesday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said use-of-force incidents “are thoroughly investigated” and the agent involved, Charles Exum, was placed on administrative leave.

In this screengrab made from body camera footage provided by the Othello, Wash., Police Department, police officers arrest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement supervisor Koby Williams in July 2022 during an underage sex sting operation. (Othello Police Department via AP) Screenshot
National
2 days ago
Several ICE agents were arrested in recent months, showing risk of misconduct

When officers in suburban Chicago found a man passed out in a crashed car in October, they were surprised to discover the driver was an ICE officer who had recently completed his shift at a detention center and had his government firearm in the vehicle.

The photo shows a close-up of marijuana buds before they leaf out. (Capitol News Illinois/Andrew Campbell)
Local
4 days ago
Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challenge

People report lengthy delays long after judges approve expungement and sealing orders.

A screenshot of part of the Taylorville Police Facebook page.
Local
4 days ago
Behind the memes: Taylorville PD’s social media strategy focuses on transparency

“Social media is just a way to keep people informed,” Wheeler said. “And then we started to think about, well, let’s do some fun things also.”

Marimar Martinez looks at her attorney with tears in her eyes as he speaks to press about the lingering impact the shooting has had on her after a Feb. 6, 2026, hearing to modify the protective order sealing evidence in her case. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Maggie Dougherty)
IL State News
5 days ago
Judge rules to release evidence in Border Patrol shooting of Marimar Martinez

Evidence includes texts sent by the agent who shot Martinez, body camera footage.

Crime
1 week ago
Leland Grove chief faces charges

Dan Ryan, arrested early Thursday, is accused of domestic battery and DUI.

Ryan Atkinson
Crime
1 week ago
Springfield man charged with child porn

“Multiple recordings and electronic devices” were found in Ryan Atkinson’s home, according to the Sheriff’s Department.

Orlando Brown
Crime
1 week ago
Man accused of raping and beating woman chased away by neighbor with machete

The witness said he grabbed a machete and confronted Brown, causing him to run away. 

Local
1 week ago
Dakota’s story inspires domestic violence crackdown

Senate Republicans say it’s too easy for offenders to offend again.

Chatham Police Officer David Toledo
Local
1 week ago
Spanish speaking officers in Chatham Police Department connect with the community

“I didn’t speak English until I was almost six!” Toledo exclaimed. “I grew up in a Latin household in a Latin culture. I was exposed to that all my life.”

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