Feb. 24, 2026
Marion Police Warn of Phone Scam Impersonating Federal Agencies
Callers claim to be from Social Security Administration and U.S. Marshals, demand money and ID
Feb. 21, 2026
Downers Grove Resident Targeted By Caller Posing As Sheriff's Office
The victim came into the police station while on the phone with the scammer.
Feb. 19, 2026
Contractor admits to bribing McCook mayor, acting as bag man for other extortion payments
Simo 'Sam' Krneta pleaded guilty to tax evasion related to bribery and extortion scheme with former McCook mayor Jeff Tobolski
Feb. 14, 2026
Dozens of ICE Agents Charged with Crimes in Recent Years
Misconduct includes physical and sexual abuse, corruption, and abuse of authority
Feb. 11, 2026
Crimes by ICE Agents Raise Concerns as Agency Expands
Review finds pattern of physical and sexual abuse, corruption, and other abuses of power by ICE employees and contractors
Feb. 11, 2026
Dozens of ICE Agents Charged with Crimes, Raising Concerns
Misconduct includes physical and sexual abuse, corruption, and abuse of authority
Feb. 11, 2026
Dozens of ICE Employees and Contractors Charged with Crimes Since 2020
Review finds patterns of abuse, corruption, and misuse of authority at the agency
Feb. 11, 2026
Crimes by ICE Employees and Contractors Raise Concerns
Review finds pattern of physical abuse, sexual misconduct, and corruption among ICE personnel
Feb. 9, 2026
Evanston Police Warn of Scam Involving Impersonation of Sergeant
Scammers falsely claim victims have active warrants and demand payment to avoid arrest.
