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GFP Downtown Building Tour 9-11-25
Greater Freeport Partnership Downtown Unlocked Tour Tour of Downtown Buildings September 11, 2025 – 4:00-7:00 pm Check in @ 4:00 PM 17 W. Stephenson St. Pocket Park Link to Invitation Disclaimer: Links on this page may take you to pages out
Suburban Chicago Man Sentenced to 34 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting Multiple Children
RICHARD BARNETT posed as a 13-year-old boy when he enticed young girls to send him explicit images of themselves.
ORL Introduces Natural Oral Care Kit Designed to Ease Dry Mouth and Oral Discomfort in GLP-1 and Cancer Treatment Patients
ORL, a leader in fluoride-free, non-toxic oral care, is proud to announce a line of natural products uniquely designed to protect and restore oral health—especially for those facing health challenges, such as chemotherapy, radiation, or the side effects
Chicago Residents Oppose Proposed Chicago Fire Soccer Stadium and High-Rise Development at “The 78”
South Loop, Chinatown, Pilsen, and Bronzeville residents warn of accelerated gentrification, displacement, traffic disruption, public safety concerns, and loss of promised public parkland from Related Midwest mega-project. [PR.com]
Lumber Liquidators Announces Five Strategic Store Relocations
Lumber Liquidators completed five strategic store relocations in Michigan, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, and California to strengthen market presence and enhance customer convenience. The moves reflect the company’s growth strategy, aiming to deliver bet
Chicago Dental Society Foundation Announces Fall Fundraiser: “Speakeasy Soirée”
The Chicago Dental Society Foundation (CDSF) is excited to announce its 2025 Fall Fundraiser, the Speakeasy Soirée, to be held on Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Union League Club of Chicago. Chaired by Dr. Kimberly Fasula and M
SolMining: UK-Registered Cloud Mining Platform Launches Real-Time Bitcoin (BTC) and Dogecoin (DOGE) Mining
With the rapid development of cryptocurrency, the acquisition of computing power is constantly evolving. Traditional mining machines require expensive hardware investments and high electricity costs, often prohibitive for average investors. SolMining, a U
September 2025 Newsletter
Link to September Newsletter In Freeport News: What is the Sculpture Walk in Downtown Freeport? Road Work Season Wrapping Up Soon ACH Saves You Money on Your Water Bill 17 Demolitions of Dangerous Properties 18th Avenue to be Repaved in October Ver en Esp
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
"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.
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).
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.
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.