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Nationwide Alert System Test Fails, Safety Warning Issued, Washingt…
Learn about the Emergency Alert Systems: their purpose, what they warn of, test timing, and message details. Stay informed for your safety.
Rays Organization Found Guilty of Empty Seats, Tampa FL, 2023
Discover why the Tampa Bay Rays had their lowest attendance in 104 years for their AL Wild Card Series game. Factors include the weekday afternoon game time and lack of notice. Read more here.
Miroslaw Krejza and Marek Matczuk, Bank Embezzlement, Illinois 2017
Two real estate developers have been convicted of embezzling millions from Washington Federal Bank in Chicago. Learn about the verdict and its impact.
Kewan Tillman, Armed Carjacking, Illinois 2022
Learn about the carjacking incident at a gas station in suburban Chicago that resulted in a ten-year federal prison sentence for the perpetrator. Read more.
Larry Dennis, Drug Trafficking, Illinois 2021
Suburban Chicago man sentenced to 6.5 years in federal prison for dealing drugs and illegally possessing firearm. Read more about the case here.
Community Lifeline Family Resource Center Honored with FBI Director…
The FBI Springfield honors Community Lifeline Family Resource Center of East St. Louis with the 2022 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award. Learn more about their impactful work in education and crime prevention.
Artez L. Johnson, Possession with Intent to Deliver Methamphetamine, Illinois 2023
Get the details of Artez L. Johnson’s conviction for possession with intent to deliver over 50 grams of methamphetamine in Rantoul, Illinois. Learn about the investigation, trial, penalties, and collaborating agencies. Stay informed on crime news in your area.
Christopher Rudolph, Methamphetamine Distribution, Illinois 2023
Discover the case of a Springfield, Illinois man sentenced to 96 months in prison for distributing methamphetamine. Explore the statutory penalties, investigation process, and the Project Safe Neighborhoods Program. Stay informed and support efforts to combat drug trafficking.
FBI Warns of $3.1 Billion Elder Fraud, Nationwide, 2023
FBI Springfield warns about the growing problem of elder fraud, with an alarming 84% increase in total losses to seniors. Investment fraud involving cryptocurrency is a major factor. Learn how to protect yourself and loved ones from financial exploitation.
St. Elizabeths Hospital Settles Billing Fraud Claims, Springfield I…
This informational post discusses St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Illinois settling allegations of billing errors for $12.5 million. The hospital cooperated with the Department of Justice’s investigation to resolve the claims and emphasize the importance of safeguarding healthcare programs.
