Category Archives: Crime
Naked Bike Ride—Chicago
Ah, I love this Chicago!!!Naked Bike Ride last night with over 1100 riders !!! After 20 years they still roll across people that have no idea the World Naked Bike Ride exists. Love all those surprised faces though, that has … Continue reading
The Anniversary of the Founding of Alcoholics Anonymous
88 years ago on June 10, 1935, Robert Holbrook Smith, a.k.a. ‘Dr. Bob,’ drank one bottle of beer to settle his nerves so he could perform an operation. It was the last drink he ever had. The date is celebrated … Continue reading
Bill to ban cat declawing introduced in Illinois State Capitol
A bill that would ban cat declawing and similar procedures has been introduced in the State Capitol. If the bill passes, anyone who violates it could pay $500 for the first violation, $1,000 for the second and $2,500 for the … Continue reading
Zero Bail Policies Result in More Crime Victims According to a California Study
Jeff Reisig’s office, California District Attorney just completed a study on the comparative impacts of court-ordered Zero Bail ($0 Bail) over a 13 month period in my county. The results were staggering. Zero bail releases resulted in 163% more crime … Continue reading
McDonough County Sheriff Refuses to Enforce New Illinois Law Banning Assault Weapons
McDonough County Sheriff’s OfficeSheriff Nick Petitgout110 S. McArthur St.Macomb, IL 61455 Media Statement January 11, 2023 ~House Bill 5471~ As your Sheriff, I wanted to give citizens of McDonough County an update on the recent passage of HB 5471, also … Continue reading
Democrats Are Siding With Criminals Over Their Victims. They’re Destroying Our Communities | Opinion By Pastor Corey B. Brooks
As American citizens we must place our compassion in the right place: with the victims of crime, not the perpetrators. There is an obvious truth that I increasingly feel the need to say out loud: We are all American citizens. … Continue reading
Illinois Supreme Court Halts Abolition of the Cash Bail System
The Illinois Supreme Court halted the abolition of the cash bail system in the state on Saturday, the day before that landmark criminal justice reform was poised to take effect in much of the state. The bail system overhaul — … Continue reading