Author: Voxtrend News
CHICAGO – Court advocates say when armed federal agents show up at county courthouses, they create an atmosphere that affects undocumented immigrants and everyone who works there. What we know: Thirteen social and legal organizations filed a petition asking Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County Tim Evans to bar civil arrests without a judicial warrant or order at or around Cook County courthouses. It’s already happened, they say, at least once a week in multiple courthouses and at Domestic Violence court where there is already fear and anxiety. “People were so alarmed by the sight of someone…
CHICAGO – We’ve made it to another weekend – a perfect reason to get out and explore. Chicagoland is full of fall-themed activities and fun events for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of things to do Oct. 4-6. What concerts are in the Chicago area this weekend? Oct. 3: Ruston Kelly at House of Blues Chicago Oct. 3: The Rapture at Vic Theater Oct. 3: AFI at The Salt Shed Indoors Oct. 3: Young the Giant at Athenaeum Theatre Oct. 3: Ivy Lab at Outset Oct. 3: Loud Luxury at Radius Oct. 4: Joe Russo’s Almost Dead at The…
CHICAGO – Lou Malnati’s has been named the top pizza chain in America, according to Yelp. What we know: In its first-ever ranking, released in honor of National Pizza Month, Yelp compiled a list of the country’s 25 most beloved pizza chains, highlighting brands with at least 60 locations that still feel like a neighborhood “pizza joint.” Lou Malnati’s, founded in Chicago and known for its signature deep-dish pies with buttery crust, took the top spot. The chain operates more than 70 locations and ships pizzas nationwide. Lou Malnati’s pizza | Provided Yelpers praised its signature “Lou” pizza, layered with…
The Chicago Cubs have their eyes on the NL Divisional round. After beating the San Diego Padres 3-1 on Tuesday, they return to Wrigley Field with a chance to clinch the Wild Card series and move on in the MLB postseason. Follow along here for live updates from Wrigley Field. Cubs vs. Padres: Live score and updates Pregame – Cubs play coy with pitching probables The Cubs will start bullpen arm Andrew Kittredge, who was a trade-deadline acquision, on Wednesday against the Padres. Cubs manager Craig Counsell stressed whatever comes after Kittredge starts will be determined later, but the Cubs…
CHICAGO – An incident onboard a Southwest Airlines flight to Chicago is under investigation after a reported fight on Tuesday. What we know: A video sent to Fox 32 by a viewer appears to depict a struggle. The viewer said they were flying to Chicago from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, when a fight broke out. Southwest Airlines said two people were removed from the flight. There was no word on any arrests or charges stemming from the incident. Chicago police say they are working on getting more information on what happened. In the video sent in by the viewer, screams can…
CHICAGO – A woman whose remains were found in rural McLean County, Illinois, more than four decades ago has finally been identified through advanced DNA testing. What we know: The McLean County Sheriff’s Office announced that “McLean County Jane Doe,” discovered on Feb. 2, 1982, along U.S. Route 136 between LeRoy and Bellflower, has been identified as 39-year-old Linda Cecilia Haddad. Investigators determined at the time that she died by suicide. Her case remained unsolved for 43 years until the nonprofit Moxxy Forensic Investigations, working with the McLean County Coroner’s Office and Sheriff’s Office, used genetic genealogy to confirm…
Today, we honor the memory of Joseph Della Pietra, who tragically lost his life on September 11, 2001. A beloved son, brother, and friend, Joseph’s life was full of promise, joy, and love, and his loss is still deeply felt by those who knew him. A Tribute to a Life Well-Lived Joseph Della Pietra was a young man full of life, a standout in both academics and sports. As captain of his high school football team and a graduate of Columbia University, Joseph worked tirelessly to build a successful career. He rose through the ranks to work on the Cantor…
Master Deputy Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett of Gwinnett County was tragically killed on Saturday night after a domestic dispute escalated into gun violence. Her son, who was injured during the incident, managed to seek help from a neighbor, leading authorities to discover her death in the Villages at Shakerag subdivision. What Happened At around 8 p.m. on Saturday, a 17-year-old boy arrived at a neighbor’s house in Forsyth County, bleeding from gunshot wounds. He told the neighbor that his mother, Master Deputy Tamara Tuitt-Bartlett, had been shot after an argument with her boyfriend, 43-year-old Eric Sumner. The neighbor immediately called 911, and…
Today, we are mourning the tragic loss of Angelia Jimerson/Robinson, who was reported missing in August 2025. Her daughter, Erica Jimerson, known for her kind smile and friendly demeanor while working at McDonald’s, received the devastating news yesterday that her mother’s body had been discovered in St. Louis. The Tragic Discovery Angelia Jimerson/Robinson, 45, went missing earlier this year, and after weeks of uncertainty, her daughter Erica received the news she had been dreading. The discovery of her mother’s body in St. Louis has left the family devastated, with Erica, the oldest of eight siblings, struggling to cope with the…
Anthony ‘AJ’ Scott, a former mayor of Buchanan, Georgia, and state trooper, was sentenced on Wednesday to 20 years for a 2015 vehicular homicide that resulted in the deaths of two teenage girls. The crash, which occurred along Highway 27, also left two others seriously injured. What Happened On September 26, 2015, Anthony Scott was driving his state patrol vehicle at 90 mph in a 55 mph zone when he collided with a car carrying four teenagers making a left turn on Highway 27. Despite braking, Scott’s vehicle struck the passenger side of the car, leading to the deaths of…