south suburbs

How many more people need to suffer from violent acts or lose their life from criminals out on bond from the Cook County judicial system? It is time for them to listen to our local police, leaders, and residents and keep violent criminals off of our streets and out of our communities. #crime

“I want to express my deepest sympathies to the family of the victim,” Roberts said. “Our prayers are certainly with them. I also want to extend my thanks to our first responders who did a tremendous job in responding to the fire and I appreciate all they did to put the fire out and protect our community.” #housefire

“When Deborah Sims decided to retire, it was an opportunity,” said Alsberry. “This is the community I grew up in as a young man. I still have friends out there and I know there are some issues that are really challenging for them." #hazelcrest

“I have known Willie Preston for years,” said Alderman Brookins, “and I know that he has what it takes to bring a new generation of leadership to Springfield. Willie and his wife Brittany are mainstays in our community - and they are tireless fighters for what is right. #politics

“Entering prison is always going to be a shock,” said Alan Mills, Executive Director of the Uptown People’s Law Center (UPLC), “but forcing people to endure infestation by vermin, undrinkable water, and extended solitary confinement when they first enter Illinois’ prison system is unacceptable and serves no legitimate purpose.” #idoc

“This measure cuts red tape for new professionals entering the workforce,” Joyce said. “Advocating for hard-working Illinoisans is my top priority and this legislation does just that.” #illinoissenate

“It has been an honor to be born and raised in Chicago Heights, a product of the school systems and being a proud active community member that has a desire to serve and make a difference,” said Dr. Demitrowicz. #chicagoheights

“We must meet the community we serve where they live in order to make sure everyone has access to PPE supplies, testing, and vaccinations,” said Cook County Commissioner Frank Aguilar.  #PPE

“He’s been a great and marvelous individual as an alderman and he’s prepared to do the same thing for the people of Illinois,” states Thurston. #secretaryofstate

“When we talk about equity, diversity and inclusion, the thing we say and the things our members will say is that it has to be intention,” said Idowu, president and CEO of Illinois Primary Health Care Association. #IPHA