Learn about the Emergency Alert Systems: their purpose, what they warn of, test timing, and message details. Stay informed for your safety.
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.
Two real estate developers have been convicted of embezzling millions from Washington Federal Bank in Chicago. Learn about the verdict and its impact.
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.
Suburban Chicago man sentenced to 6.5 years in federal prison for dealing drugs and illegally possessing firearm. Read more about the case here.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.