In a move to pre-empt what many see as an unsavory tax burden for Chicagoans, 29 members of the Chicago City Council have banded together to convene a special meeting aimed at squashing Mayor Brandon Johnson’s proposed $300 million property tax increase, as reported by the Sun-Times . Scheduled for Wednesday at 9 a.m., the council members are uniting to force the mayor back to the bargaining table in hopes of identifying alternative revenue sources and potential budget cuts rather than placing the fiscal onus on property owners. The measure proposed by Johnson, designed to plug a significant budget deficit,...
Upcoming Construction at Buckeye Road and 99th Avenue, Southwest Gas to Upgrade Local Infrastructure
Southwest Gas will begin infrastructure upgrades at the intersection of Buckeye Road and 99th Avenue on Friday. The work will take place six days a week, from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Road restrictions will be in effect 24/7 during the construction, as reported by the City of Tolleson . According to the City of Tolleson , natural gas service will continue without interruption. Road restrictions will include a ban on left turns at the intersection of Buckeye Road and 99th Avenue for about two months. Left turns will still be allowed at 107th Avenue and 91st Avenue. Right turns...
Solano State Prison Under Scrutiny as Officials Investigate Inmate’s Death as Homicide
The California State Prison, Solano is currently the center of a homicide investigation after officials discovered the body of Darian L. Hernandez, a 25-year-old incarcerated individual, on Wednesday. According to a report released by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation , officers found Hernandez unresponsive in his cell at approximately 8:09 p.m. during a routine security check. Life-saving efforts were swiftly initiated but the incarcerated man was declared dead by 8:52 p.m. Immediately following the discovery of Hernandez, his cellmate Jonathan M. Perez, was moved to restricted housing while the investigation progresses. Corrections officials, alongside the Solano County District...
Dallas Police Seek Community Help to Locate Suspected Individual on #WantedWednesday
The Dallas Police Department has turned to its community on social media to seek assistance in locating a person wanted by the authorities. On #WantedWednesday, the department put out a call for information about Ricardo Navarro-Carvajal, whom they are actively searching. An announcement, released via the Dallas Police Department’s official Facebook page , encourages anyone with knowledge of Navarro-Carvajal’s whereabouts to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers. Citizens are urged to dial 214-373-TIPS (8477) should they have any relevant information, but the Dallas PD has explicitly stated, “DO NOT take any police action.” The cautionary directive is meant to safeguard...
Towson Community Urged to Help as Man Fights for Life After Shooting, Baltimore County Police Seek Leads
Early this morning, a man was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Towson, prompting a police investigation into the incident. According to information released on Baltimore County ‘s official website, officers responded to a call about an intoxicated individual on the 8100 block of Loch Raven Boulevard, where the 43-year-old male victim was discovered. The shooting has left the victim in serious condition at a local hospital, and Baltimore County Police are actively searching for clues. They are urging the public to share any information they have. Concerned about the rise in violence, community members are encouraged to contact police...
CBP Seizes Over 11,000 Rounds of Ammunition at El Paso Port of Entry, Mexican National Arrested for Smuggling
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at El Paso port of entry made a significant discovery on Tuesday. They seized over 11,000 rounds of 7.62 ammunition hidden within a vehicle. This substantial find was made at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing, a magnet for both legitimate transit and covert smuggling attempts, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection . The seizure, reported by U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s official newsroom, reflects an alarming increase in ammunition smuggling across the border. “The volume of this seizure is substantial,” stated U.S. Customs and Border Protection El Paso Director of...
Warm Reprieve for Salt Lake City: Mild Temperatures and Clear Skies Usher in Pleasant Veterans Day Weekend
Salt Lake City locals can breathe a sigh of relief and shed a few layers as the crisp autumn chill gives way to a tranquil, sun-kissed horizon, the National Weather Service promises clear skies and rising temperatures in their latest update. According to National Weather Service , today’s high should hover around a comfortable 48 degrees, with the wind holding its breath, refusing to sway past a calm whiff. As the evening crawls in, temperatures are expected to gently dip, reaching a low near 31 degrees, those planning to revel under the stars tonight might want to keep a cozy...
Pinellas Park Man Sentenced to Six Years for Social Security Fraud and Government Benefits Theft
A 63-year-old man from Pinellas Park, identified as Kellis Dion Jackson, has been handed a six-year sentence in federal prison for a scheme involving the fraudulent use of a Social Security number and the theft of government benefits. The sentence was announced by U.S. District Judge William F. Jung. Jackson, who was on federal supervision related to previous offenses, was also instructed to pay restitution amounting to $46,695. During the trial, evidence showed that while being supervised federally, Kellis stole SSI disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. According to the information provided by the U.S. Attorney’s Office , Jackson...
Kentwood Authorities Probe Suspicious Death After Body Found Post-Fire at Storage Facility
A fire at a storage facility in Kentwood, Michigan, has culminated in the grim discovery of a body, leading authorities to investigate the incident as a potential crime. The Kentwood Police Department and local fire crews responded to reports of a blaze yesterday evening at a storage complex on Broadmoor Avenue Southeast, as reported by WOODTV . The Kentwood Fire Chief confirmed that after extinguishing the fire, which had engulfed several units, responders found a body among the debris. The name and details of the deceased individual have not been disclosed, and the cause of the fire is yet unknown....
Armed Quartet Robs Man and Infant at Gunpoint in South Fulton Nature Park as Police Seek Public’s Help
An armed robbery at Campbellton Creek Nature Park in South Fulton has left residents on high alert after putting a man and his infant son in danger. FOX 5 Atlanta reported four masked perpetrators, carrying a combination of at least two handguns and a rifle, threatened the victims and fled with both cash and a weapon, according to law enforcement officials. An armed robbery at Campbellton Creek Nature Park, located at 6800 Plummer Road, has raised concerns about safety in the area. The victim, a man, was robbed of $100 and his handgun, sparking worries about firearms in potentially dangerous...