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“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

"No" votes were cast by Trustees Dyson and Jackson #Robbins

A five-year contract was also approved by the trustees for the village to purchase body cameras, tasers, and an evidence.com subscription from Axon.

This meeting took place Friday, November 12, at 5:30 p.m. at Progressive Missionary Baptist 13525 Keeler Ave, Robbins, IL 60472.

The village "is not fragmented," and the police department is in the process of rebuilding a strong force, said Bryant.

Both Jayden and Pierre said that they were excited to have come this far, and Pierre emphasized that they will, "bring our A game." Jayden said that he is excited to "go out onto the field and kill." Likewise, Head Coach Harris said that he was excited and stated that he looks forward to the 2021 Robbins Eagles being "called one of the greatest when it's all said and done."

Former Mayor of Robbins Tyrone Ward talked with The Southland Journal tonight about his history, his advocacy, and his future in politics and education. 

Tuesday's Village of Robbins regular council meeting was called to order by Mayor Darren Bryant at 7:06 PM.

“It’s really just catering to the whole citizen because people need to know the kind of power they actually have if we get ourselves together,” she said.