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"I regret to inform you that a great light in the firmament no longer shines for us as it has for so many years."

McDonald's has sponsored Essence Fest for more than 20 years to help shine a positive light on the Black community, culture and youth.

If elected, Alderman Dowel would become the first woman elected to represent the 1st Congressional District. #patdowell

AG: "Because the closed session discussion was plainly improper, this office asks the Board to take appropriate remedial action by voting to release the October 26, 2021, closed session verbatim recording to the public at its next regular meeting." #robbins

ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly provided an update on placement of license plate cameras along nearby interstates to catch criminals involved in shootings. There also was discussion of efforts by local task forces on major crimes and carjacking, support needed for local police and anti-violence programs, and discussion about enforcement, funding and potential legislative solutions in Springfield. #isp

“I think those two men need to sit down and talk things out and have the developer there. If there is something that the developer has done, then there is something that can be straightened out,” said Bradley, who is a community activist. #BradleyReport

Robbins Mayor Darren Bryant Bans Dr. Cornel Darden Jr, Owner of the Southland Journal Newspaper and Robbins Native from Village Hall #

"The Southland Journal is providing a niche service to the community. Why this administration decided to blackball Robbins' own newspaper from the beginning is unsettling," said Darden.

“Vegas was fun and incredible. We took pictures of everything, ate great goods and visited the wax museum. Visiting the Raiders stadium was one of the best parts because you saw how big it was. They had a hot tub, a big kitchen with food and a large locker room,” said Ryan, a sixth grader, who plays defensive tackle. #RobbinsEagles

"It’s gotten to the point where it feels like we are living in a lawless society. This should not be the case. The Cook County Sheriff has failed us," said Latonya Ruffin #LatonyaRuffin