Illinois officials are reminding motorists to drive sober to avoid a DUI that could “gobble up” their lives or others’ lives as police patrols ramp up on Thanksgiving. The Illinois Department of Transportation, Illinois State Police and law enforcement agencies throughout the state are ramping up patrols. The agencies are reminding the public to buckle […]
Tag: holiday season
2 gold coins valued at more than $4,000 donated to Salvation Army in Lake County ahead of holiday season
The Salvation Army announced they have received two gold coins, worth over $4,000, donated in Waukegan before Red Kettle season has even begun. The Salvation Army North and Central Illinois Division said the two coins were donated on Monday afternoon. The first gold coin of the season was a one-ounce South African Gold Krugerrand and […]
Police warn residents about credit card skimmers ahead of holiday season after one found in Lake County
Police are warning residents in Lake County to be aware during the holiday season of credit card skimmers after one was found at a gas station in North Chicago. The North Chicago Police Department was notified on October 27 of a credit card skimmer found at an ATM. The device was discovered at the BP […]
Illinois Secretary of State Police stepping up enforcement of violators who park in spots reserved for disabled
The Illinois secretary of state said that police are conducting parking stings throughout the state to ticket those who illegally park in spots reserved for those with disabilities this holiday season. Secretary of State Jesse White said that the Secretary of State Police are conducting the enforcement at shopping malls statewide throughout the holiday season. […]
Illinois Secretary of State Police step up enforcement of violators who park in spots reserved for disabled
The Illinois secretary of state announced that police will be conducting parking stings throughout the state to ticket those who illegally park in spots reserved for those with disabilities this holiday season. Secretary of State Jesse White said that the Secretary of State Police will be conducting the enforcement at shopping malls statewide throughout the […]
‘Delay travel until you are fully vaccinated’: Illinois health officials issue guidance for holiday season
The Illinois Department of Public Health has issued new guidance for the upcoming holiday season, urging travelers to delay travel until fully vaccinated or to get tested for COVID-19 if unvaccinated. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) said their updated guidance is to “help people celebrate more safely as we continue to battle the […]