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Law enforcement concept for Nick Manns in Jersey County.

Law enforcement concept for Nick Manns in Jersey County.

The Docket: News

Former FBI Agent Nick Manns Leads Modernization Efforts at Jersey County Sheriff’s Department

December 27, 2025, 6:20 AM

Police and federal agents conducting a tactical operation in Dolton.

Police and federal agents conducting a tactical operation in Dolton.

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Dolton Man Charged with Armed Robbery Linked to Regional Walgreens Theft Spree

December 24, 2025, 2:15 PM

Court legal scene for Highland Park parade shooter sentencing

Court legal scene for Highland Park parade shooter sentencing

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Highland Park Parade Shooter Sentenced to Seven Consecutive Life Terms

December 23, 2025, 2:35 PM

Law enforcement scene related to Chicago Police armed robbery investigation

Law enforcement scene related to Chicago Police armed robbery investigation

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Chicago Police Search for Seven Suspects Following CTA Red Line Armed Robbery

December 22, 2025, 10:15 PM

Law enforcement scene related to a carjacking in Peoria

Law enforcement scene related to a carjacking in Peoria

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Woman Injured During Carjacking of Idling Vehicle in Peoria

December 18, 2025, 1:45 PM

Law enforcement response to an emergency incident in Harvard, Illinois.

Law enforcement response to an emergency incident in Harvard, Illinois.

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One Dead, One Airlifted Following Emergency Incident in Harvard, Illinois

December 15, 2025, 4:20 PM

Traffic accidents scene on I-55 near Springfield

Traffic accidents scene on I-55 near Springfield

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Chicago Teenager Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-55 Near Springfield

December 15, 2025, 1:50 PM

Law enforcement scene related to armed robbery investigation in Chicago.

Law enforcement scene related to armed robbery investigation in Chicago.

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Chicago Police Arrest Two 14-Year-Olds Connected to October Armed Robbery

December 13, 2025, 7:15 PM

Court legal scene representing Rockford prison sentencing

Court legal scene representing Rockford prison sentencing

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Rockford Man Sentenced to Prison Following Homeland Security Child Pornography Investigation

December 11, 2025, 4:40 PM

Law enforcement responding to a standoff in Streamwood

Law enforcement responding to a standoff in Streamwood

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Police Surround Streamwood Residence During Standoff to Apprehend Suspect

December 10, 2025, 11:10 PM

Emergency disaster response to fire at Decatur residence

Emergency disaster response to fire at Decatur residence

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Fire Displaces Family of Four at Decatur Residence; Investigation Underway

December 8, 2025, 11:35 AM

Local police and federal agents near the Washington Monument.

Local police and federal agents near the Washington Monument.

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Suspect in Custody Following Barricade Situation and Shelter-in-Place Order in Mokena

December 3, 2025, 7:54 AM

Scene of traffic accidents involving a fatal hit-and-run on Route 53

Scene of traffic accidents involving a fatal hit-and-run on Route 53

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Illinois State Police Seek Information on Vehicle Involved in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Route 53

December 2, 2025, 10:33 AM

Soldier in camouflage uniform and tactical vest with a handgun in a holster

Soldier in camouflage uniform and tactical vest with a handgun in a holster

Politics

Illinois Sues Trump Administration Over National Guard Deployment: What You Need to Know

October 6, 2025, 4:22 PM

The Chicago River runs through the city, with a red metal bridge and an elevated train crossing it, surrounded by a dense skyline of skyscrapers.

The Chicago River runs through the city, with a red metal bridge and an elevated train crossing it, surrounded by a dense skyline of skyscrapers.

Politics

Trump’s Law-and-Order Crackdown: How a Chicago Showdown Tests Federal Power and States’ Rights

August 26, 2025, 10:21 AM

President Donald Trump is seated at a table, with his back to the camera, listening to J.B. Pritzker who is speaking.

President Donald Trump is seated at a table, with his back to the camera, listening to J.B. Pritzker who is speaking.

Politics

Trump’s Weight Jabs: How Pritzker Turned the Tables and Fought Back

August 26, 2025, 10:16 AM

A close-up of President Donald Trump, with his signature blonde hair, wearing a blue suit and tie, speaking with his eyes partially closed, against a blurred green outdoor background.

A close-up of President Donald Trump, with his signature blonde hair, wearing a blue suit and tie, speaking with his eyes partially closed, against a blurred green outdoor background.

Politics

Pritzker Accuses Trump of Power Abuse Amidst Chicago National Guard Deployment Plans

August 24, 2025, 8:12 PM

An aerial view of the Chicago city skyline at sunset, with a busy highway, a park, and a river reflecting the sky's colors in the foreground.

An aerial view of the Chicago city skyline at sunset, with a busy highway, a park, and a river reflecting the sky's colors in the foreground.

Politics

Trump’s Chicago Troop Plan: How Illinois Governor Fights Back Against Federal Intervention

August 24, 2025, 12:25 PM

A gold bitcoin sits next to a pair of handcuffs, representing virtual currency.

A gold bitcoin sits next to a pair of handcuffs, representing virtual currency.

Finance

Bitcoin Scam Steals $37K From Illinois Resident: Learn How to Spot the Red Flags

August 18, 2025, 10:37 PM