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Authorities said the scammers typically demand immediate payment while falsely claiming the victim has failed to report for jury duty, has an outstanding arrest warrant, missed a court appearance or subpoena, or has a family member who has been arrested and needs bond money. #scams #dupagecounty #lawenforcement

“Consider this a call, Mr. President. I’m calling on you to invest in building more affordable homes across this country. I’m calling on you to respond to the needs of people who cannot afford grocery and gas,” the mayor said. #trump #chicagomayor #centersquare

Critics point to recent incidents in Oak Lawn and other south suburban communities where businesses with video gambling terminals have been targeted by burglars seeking cash stored inside the machines. #gambling #crime #chicago

“Governor Pritzker has continued defending the SAFE-T Act while Illinois families have watched devastating headline after devastating headline this year,” Sheehan said. #safe-t #patricksheehan #jbpritzker

“We’re talking about hundreds of individuals with pending criminal cases who are supposed to be monitored, yet many are now unaccounted for. Families across Illinois deserve to know that public safety systems are working, and right now, confidence in this system is shaken.” #monitoring #cookcounty #patricksheehan

The bill expands affordable housing and reentry services for people leaving Illinois prisons, aiming to improve long-term outcomes by reducing homelessness and recidivism. #bill #housing #prison

Chicago’s ability to compete for top talent and investment depends on its continued commitment to safe, stable communities. #investments #safety

Offenders are using deceptive tactics to get the victim to exit their homes, by posing as utility or city employees, to gain entry. #stayalert