A police officer has been honored for providing lifesaving aid to a man who was seriously injured after an accidental shooting in Oakwood Hills last weekend. The Cary Fire Protection District and Oakwood Hills Police Department responded around 3:14 p.m. on January 4 to the 0-100 block of Fawn Ridge Drive in Oakwood Hills. Cary […]
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Libertyville police officer wins award from MADD for work in arresting intoxicated motorists
A Libertyville police officer has received a Heroes Award from the MADD organization for his “unwavering dedication” to arresting intoxicated drivers. Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) recognizes law enforcement officers each year who demonstrate exceptional dedication to its mission. Their mission involves eliminating drugged and drunk driving, preventing underage drinking and supporting victims and survivors […]
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Lake County’s Special Investigations Group receives ‘significant award’ for disrupting drug organizations, making over 50 arrests
The Lake County Sheriff’s Special Investigations Group, comprised of many police departments, received a “significant award” for recently disrupting nine drug trafficking organizations and making over 50 arrests. Lake County Sheriff John D. Idleburg announced Wednesday that the Lake County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Group (SIG) was awarded the Chicago High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area’s […]
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Buffalo Grove firefighters receive award for rescuing multiple people trapped in burning building
Three Buffalo Grove firefighters, who were called “brave and courageous,” were awarded on Monday for their actions in saving four people who were trapped in a burning building. Buffalo Grove Fire Department Lt. Daniel Downey, Firefighter-Paramedic Phil Schroeder and Firefighter-Paramedic Kyle Ditthardt were awarded unit citations during a village board meeting on Monday evening. The […]
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office sergeant among top in department in DUI enforcement receives award
A Lake County sheriff’s sergeant, who is among the top in his department for removing DUI drivers from the streets, has received an award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving for his work. Lake County Sheriff John D. Idleburg announced this week that Sergeant Ari Briskman received the Brian McMillen Award from Mothers Against Drunk Driving […]
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‘Wear your helmet’: Child walks away with only minor injuries after crash with car in Buffalo Grove
Officials are reminding bike riders to wear their helmets after a 14-year-old boy escaped with only minor injuries in a crash with a vehicle in Buffalo Grove. The Village of Buffalo Grove said Officer Rob Lawyer recently presented 14-year-old Buffalo Grove resident Artur Cara with a “Saved by the Helmet” award. The award, led by […]
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‘Unwavering commitment to serve’: Lake County Coroner’s Office receives award from Gift of Hope organization
Gift of Hope, an organ and tissue donation network, has presented the Lake County Coroner’s Office with an award for “consistently making a difference” as a team. The coroner’s office was presented with the 2024 Life Changer Award for Outstanding Teams on July 25 by Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Network. The Gift of […]
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Waukegan school resource officer receives 2 separate national awards for heroism, work with youth
A school resource officer at Waukegan High School has received two separate national awards for heroism and his work with youth, officials said. The One In Five Foundation For Kids, a national nonprofit organization, announced Monday that it will be recognizing Waukegan Police Department School Resource Officer (SRO) Brian Falotico with its National Award for […]
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Lake County Circuit Court Judge receives Lifetime Advocate Award from Arab American Bar Association
Lake County Associate Judge Michael B. Betar received the 2024 Arab American Bar Association of Illinois Lifetime Advocate Award during a judicial reception in Chicago earlier this month. The Arab American Bar Association of Illinois is a professional association of attorneys dedicated to the rule of law, equal justice, fellowship, legal education, and community service […]