Forever Chemicals Discovered in Rockford-Area Water Systems
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June 4, 2025
Local Residents Alarmed After Forever Chemicals Discovered in Rockford Water Systems ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS (June 3, 2025) – Numerous Illinois communities have alerted local residents that forever chemicals were discovered in their water systems. Several communities received the notice about forever chemicals, including residents in Machesney Park, Freeport and Rockton. These chemicals have been linked to…
William Schaub Accused of Grooming and Sexually Abusing Student
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June 2, 2025
William Schaub, English and Theater Teacher at Nequa Valley High School, Charged With Grooming and Sexually Abusing Female Student NAPERVILLE, ILLINOIS (June 2, 2025) – A LaGrange teacher at Nequa Valley High School identified as William Schaub was arrested on charges of sexual abuse and grooming. School officials informed Naperville police that they received an…
Murtaza Hameed Charged With Sexual Abuse at Arwa Chiropractic office
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June 1, 2025
Aurora Chiropractor Murtaza Hameed Charged With Sexually Abusing Two Boys AURORA, ILLINOIS (June 1, 2025) – An Aurora chiropractor identified as Murtaza Hameed has been charged with sexually abusing two minors in his care. The Aurora chiropractor was charged with one count of criminal sexual assault and five counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. According…
Cyril Willemin Charged With Sexual Abuse at Chicago Sport Massage
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May 30, 2025
Cyril Willemin, Massage Therapist at Chicago Sport Massage, Arrested on Sexual Assault and Abuse Charges CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (May 20, 2025) – A massage therapist at Chicago Sport Massage identified as Cyril Willemin was charged with sexually abusing clients. Cook County officials are saying that the allegations involve at least three women and date back to…
Baseus Portable Chargers Recalled Over Fire Hazard
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May 17, 2025
Baseus Portable Chargers With Lithium-Ion Batteries Recalled Because They Pose Risk of Overheating and Catching Fire CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (May 16, 2025) – Baseus Portable Chargers have been recalled because they can pose a risk of serious injury and fire. The recall was issued on May 1, 2025. Roughly 55,380 units were sold prior to the…
Multiple Sickened In Chicago Norovirus Outbreaks
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April 29, 2025
Chicago Department of Public Health Investigating Numerous Norovirus Outbreaks Across the City CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (April 29, 2025) – Chicago has seen a sharp uptick in the number of Noreau virus cases as the United States is also seeing its highest case number since 2012. The Cook County Department of Public Health reported 30 cases of…
Three Injured In Hartford Helicopter Crash During Training Event
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April 25, 2025
Helicopter Crash During Training Event With Hartford Fire Department Leaves Three People Injured HARTFORD, ILLINOIS (April 25, 2025) – Three people were injured in a Hartford helicopter crash during some type of training event with the Hartford Fire Department. Madison County officials are saying that the accident took place around 9:20 PM on Thursday. A…
Bicyclist Injured In Springfield Ambulance Accident
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April 25, 2025
Bicyclist Injured in Springfield Car Accident Involving Stolen Ambulance Near 11th and Carpenter SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS (April 25, 2025) — A bicyclist was injured in a Springfield car accident involving an ambulance near the intersection of 11th and Carpenter. Springfield police officials are saying that the accident took place around noon on Tuesday. Police officers were…
Man Injured In Goreville Dog Attack along Birmingham Lane
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March 15, 2025
Nine Aggressive Dogs Captured After Man Seriously Injured In Goreville Dog Attack GOREVILLE, ILLINOIS (March 15, 2025) – A man was seriously injured after being attacked by four or five pit bull or pit bull mix dogs in Goreville along Birmingham Lane. Williamson County officials are saying that the incident took place around 8:15 PM…
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Rockford Car Accident
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March 12, 2025
Pickup Truck Involved in Collision With Motorcyclist in Rockford Near West State Street and Tay Street ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS (March 12, 2025) – A male motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Rockford car accident near the intersection of West State Street and Tay Street. Rockford officials are saying that the incident took place around 1 PM…