Author: Voxtrend News
CHICAGO (AP) – A federal immigration agent called injuries caused by being dragged by a car “nothing major” in body camera footage released Tuesday showing the moments after an immigration enforcement officer fatally shot a Mexican immigrant in the Chicago area earlier this month. Trump administration officials had previously said the officer was seriously injured by Silverio Villegas González, a Mexican immigrant who allegedly tried to evade arrest after the agents pulled over his car in suburban Franklin Park. The shooting escalated tensions amid a federal immigration crackdown in the country’s third-largest city that federal officials have said secured nearly…
CHICAGO – Another round of scattered showers and a few storms is possible tonight, especially near and south of I-80. Fox 32 Chief Meteorologist Emily Wahls has the forecast. What to Expect: North-northeast winds will pick up overnight, gusting as high as 15 to 20 mph. Wednesday may begin with a few showers in the morning, but then skies will become partly sunny during the day with highs in the lower 70s. Typically for late September, average high temperatures sit at 72 degrees, so Wednesday looks rather seasonable! What’s next: Thursday may bring a few lake effect rain showers, but…
CHICAGO – A 31-year-old mother was shot and killed in Chicago shortly after dropping her son off at school. Two weeks later, her family is still searching for justice while preparing for what should have been a joyful moment — her son’s 7th birthday. What we know: Romeca Blackmon had just kissed her 6-year-old son goodbye and told him to have a great day in first grade. Moments later, she was shot in the face during a fight outside his South Loop school. Now, her family is asking why the woman who pulled the trigger is still free. Police scanner…
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Ill. – The Barack Obama School of Leadership and STEM in Chicago Heights is turning the soil into a syllabus. What we know: Students are selling produce and schooling the neighborhood on how to flip a seed into value. “Here’s the watermelon right here,” said Logan Jamison, a student at the school. “Oh, that’s cracked open, that’s cracked open. Oh man, that could have been real good.” Logan reads the field like a playbook. A watermelon cracked open shows the cost of time and sun. The kids turn dirt into value and value into lessons you can…
CHICAGO – The Illinois law that bans assault weapons is facing big opposition from the Trump administration. A top Department of Justice official argued against the law in court during a hearing on Monday. What we know: Harmeet Dhillon, the head of the DOJ’s Civil Rights Division, came to Chicago on Monday to testify in a federal court hearing against the Illinois assault weapons ban law. Harmeet Dhillon, attorney and member of the Republican National Committee, speaks to members of the media during the Republican National Committee winter meeting in Dana Point, California, US, on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. Ronna…
CHICAGO – Gov. JB Pritzker is directing state agencies to identify 4% spending cuts in next year’s budget, citing what he called “disastrous economic policies” by President Donald Trump. What we know: Pritzker signed an executive order requiring agencies to outline reductions within 30 days. The cuts could include nonessential purchases, operational expenses and nonessential travel. “There are hundreds of millions of dollars that are going to have to be made up for as a result of the cuts the federal government is making, including in healthcare and nutritional assistance but also across the economy with the tariffs that are…
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State health officials on Tuesday issued guidance widely recommending vaccines for flu and COVID-19 for people 6 months and older, a deviation from recent guidance from a federal vaccine advisory panel. The Illinois Department of Public Health also issued a statewide standing order, allowing healthcare professionals to administer COVID-19 vaccines to those who meet the requirements. Who should get vaccinated? The IDPH gave recommendations for flu, RSV and COVID-19 vaccines. Flu vaccines are recommended for: All children 6 months to 17 years of age. All pregnant people. All adults 18 years and older. RSV vaccines are recommended…
BLUE ISLAND – A missing girl from New York was found last week in a Chicago suburb with two men who authorities said were in the country illegally. What we know: The Rochester Police Department was asked Sept. 16 to help locate the child after an investigation revealed she had left her family’s home Sept. 11, according to the U.S. Marshals Service. Surveillance video showed three people meeting the girl near her home and leaving in a light-colored SUV, authorities said. Investigators later learned the girl had traveled to the Chicago area. On Sept. 20, she was found at…
LOUISVILLE, KY — Bobbie Holsclaw, the respected Jefferson County Clerk who served the community for over two decades, passed away on September 20, 2025, following a period of health complications. Known for her steady leadership, tireless work ethic, and unwavering commitment to public service, Bobbie became a trusted figure in local government and a beloved member of the Louisville community. What Happened Bobbie Holsclaw’s death marks the end of a distinguished chapter in Jefferson County’s history. Her career was defined by her dedication to serving the public and her ability to modernize and improve the services under her oversight. Her…
BETHESDA, MD — Susanna Jones, a visionary educator and leader, passed away suddenly on September 20, 2025, leaving behind a profound legacy in the world of education. As the Head of School at Holton-Arms in Bethesda, Maryland, Susanna was known for her dedication to fostering excellence, equity, and character in academic communities. What Happened Susanna’s unexpected death has left the Holton-Arms School community and the wider educational world in shock. Under her leadership, Holton-Arms flourished, expanding its academic programs, strengthening community values, and placing a greater emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and global citizenship. Susanna’s sudden passing is a tragic loss…