chicagoland news

Verogy, a Connecticut-based solar energy developer, announced Tuesday that it has begun installing rooftop solar systems at Kohl’s stores in Bourbonnais, Effingham, and Tinley Park. #solar

The nationwide scam involves urgent texts claiming a tax refund has been processed and instructing recipients to provide or verify their personal banking details. #scams

According to dispatch records obtained by Fox News, Chicago’s chief of patrol allegedly directed officers not to respond when Border Patrol and ICE agents were surrounded and rammed by demonstrators during an anti-ICE operation. #police

“Folks all across this district have made it clear that they want someone they can trust to not only take on Donald Trump, but also who has a proven track record of actually winning tough fights.” #bid

Supporters say the program offers a tangible step toward reentry success by addressing one of the biggest barriers facing formerly incarcerated people: lack of access to job opportunities. #certification

Coalition members accused ICE and federal agents of targeting immigrants without criminal histories, detaining families, and using force against demonstrators and journalists. #deployment

The gathering comes during October’s Depression and Mental Health Screening Month and aimed to showcase the forest preserves as free, accessible resources for residents seeking support for mental well-being. #event

Authorities said the SUV struck a light pole on 142nd Street before colliding with the building at 14200 Martin Luther King Drive, where Belcher’s campaign is headquartered. #crash

Crawford is one of just 30 state leaders selected nationwide to attend the Council of State Governments’ (CSG) Medicaid Leaders Development Program, which runs Oct. 6-8. #medicaid

The funding comes through the Illinois Department of Transportation’s (IDOT) latest Multi-Year Plan, part of the state’s $50.6 billion Rebuild Illinois capital program. #infrastructure