Press Releases

Press Release: Party Bike Tours Now Available!
Get ready to pedal into fun with Pedal Bike Ride, the newest addition to Winnebago and Byron’s entertainment scene.
Shawnee and Hancock Viaduct Closed Until Further Notice
FREEPORT, IL -Starting Tuesday, September 2, the Hancock Viaduct will be closed to all traffic until further notice. This project was delayed due to Nicor securing permits from CN Railway. The viaduct is a preliminary project to renovating the Hancock Bri
New Leadership Model – "Never Fire Anyone" – Released Today
Mark Morgenfruh, in partnership with GetHRready, today announced the release of the First Edition of "Never Fire Anyone." A book about a new leadership model based on trust, empathy and the strength of relationships. Now available in paperback and digit
PromptMed Urgent Care Appoints New Co-Medical Director, Signaling Continued Commitment to Clinical Excellence and Community-Centered Care
PromptMed Urgent Care has appointed Dr. Haydee Manley, MD, as Co-Medical Director. With 12+ years of Family Medicine and Urgent Care experience, Dr. Manley strengthens PromptMed Urgent Care's commitment to clinical excellence, patient trust, and community
"Many Moons," the New Album by Trumpeter Markus Rutz
Markus Rutz & Third Coast Sounds announce "Many Moons," the latest musical expression from the well-regarded trumpeter and composer. [PR.com]
Man Indicted on Federal Fraud and Tax Charges for Allegedly Defrauding Individuals out of $2.6 Million and Evading Income Taxes
JAWAD FAKROUNE allegedly defrauded multiple people and evaded income taxes.
Former Chicago Attorney Sentenced to Two and a Half Years in Prison for Tax Fraud and Witness Tampering
MICHAEL ABRAMSON sought to conceal and profit from personal payments to his mistress.
DeloreanRental.com Takes Center Stage in Forbes: “How DeLorean Time Machine Rentals Became a Cultural Phenomenon”
Forbes has featured DeloreanRental.com in its article “How DeLorean Time Machine Rentals Became a Cultural Phenomenon” (Aug 26, 2025). The piece highlights how the company turned an iconic movie car into a nationwide experience for weddings, events, a
Man Sentenced to a Year and a Half in Federal Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud
SAMUEL W. JACKSON engaged in fraud related to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan program (EIDL).
Steve Napleton Auto Group Expands with Palatine Dealership Acquisitions
Hyundai and Chevrolet locations in Palatine join a growing legacy of trusted automotive service. [PR.com]
Angie A. Love Honored as a Woman of the Month For July 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized)
Angie A. Love of Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized as a Woman of the Month for July 2025 by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized). This prestigious distinction acknowledges her outstanding contributions and achievem
Le Marche Region Featured at the Nasdaq Tower: from Italy’s “Hidden Gem” to Global Destination Brand
An evocative promotion about Le Marche launched at New York's most important crossroad, featuring Olympic champion Gianmarco Tamberi. A bold choice made by ATIM, aiming to reach 1.6 million impressions over six days. [PR.com]
Chicago Grocery Store Owner Sentenced to Three and a Half Years in Prison for Fraudulently Redeeming SNAP and WIC Benefits
YOUSEF ABU ALHAWA defrauded the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children ("WIC").
Federal Prison Inmate Sentenced to Life Term for Murdering Fellow Inmate Due to His Religious Faith
“Antisemitic violence has no place in our society,” said U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros.
Whiteside County, Ill. Man Sentenced to More than Eight Years in Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine
THOMAS DUGGER distributed meth in 2021.
United States Attorney’s Office in Chicago Creates New Section to Prosecute Criminal Healthcare Fraud Violations
"The newly created section that I’ve launched will bring greater focus, efficiency, and impact to our efforts in this important program area," said U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros.
Performitiv Launches Breakthrough Release: From Learning Data to Business Impact
Performitiv will showcase its Fall 2025 release at HR Tech, September 16–18 in Las Vegas. The release advances how learning is measured against business outcomes, introducing simple KPI integration, retention tracking, and AI-driven insights. New views
Suburban Chicago Man Sentenced to Nearly Six Years in Prison for Covid-Relief Fraud
CHRISTOPHER SCOTT used the fraud proceeds to make personal purchases at luxury retailers.
Man Sentenced to Four and a Half Years in Prison for Illegally Possessing Firearm in Chicago Residence Full of Children
BRANDON JOHNSON illegally possessed the gun in a residence on Chicago’s Near West Side.
Chicago Man Sentenced to More than 16 Years in Prison for Unlawfully Dealing More than a Dozen Firearms
JOHNATHAN BURGOS, 33, illegally sold 14 firearms and multiple large-capacity magazines.