According to the Cook County Sheriff’s Office, investigators with the Sheriff’s Police Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit arrested Deleon on August 17, 2023, after discovering evidence on his cell phone that he assaulted underage victims and recorded lewd videos involving them. #abuse
Our Village became a leader in passing the first local ban on these dangerous products—because we could not sit back while children were being targeted with candy-coated intoxicants and vape devices disguised as consumer goods. #hemp
“This legislation ensures that families know what services are available to them as they help their child navigate the educational space,” said Preston (D-Chicago). #disabilites
Billing it as a measure that gives young people a fairer chance by working to prevent early criminalization, the Illinois House advanced Senate Bill 2418 by a 73-41 vote before legislators adjourned spring session. #age
In July 2024, the ICAC Unit received a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about a user on a social media app who had uploaded and disseminated files containing child pornography. #pornography
Children do not need to attend a CPS school or be enrolled in a summer program to receive meals. No ID or registration is required, but children must be present and meals must be eaten on-site, in accordance with federal program rules. #meals
With funds received through its contract with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), Birth to Five Illinois currently supports 40 Local Early Childhood Collaborations. #childhood