Kwame Raoul Attorney General at Illinois
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Attorney General Raoul charges DuPage County correctional officer with child sexual abuse material offenses

A DuPage County corrections corporal faces multiple felony charges after being accused of distributing child sexual abuse material online. Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced coordinated action among state and local authorities following an investigation at the suspect’s home.

Shamus Toomey, Publisher and co-founder at Block Club Chicago
Non-profit

ChiArts teachers and parents raise concerns over layoffs during CPS transition

R.J. Melman President & CEO at Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants
Companies

Chicago Cocktail Classic returns June 14 with more than 30 bars participating

Mark Meskauskas, President
Real Estate

Brian Properties assumes management of Franklin Park industrial property

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Kwame Raoul Attorney General at Illinois
Government

Attorney General Raoul joins coalition to defend protected status for Somali nationals

Attorney General Kwame Raoul joined a group opposing efforts by federal officials seeking an end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis living in the United States. He warned that terminating these protections could separate families and hurt local economies.

Brandon Johnson, Mayor of Chicago
Non-profit

Michelada Fest returns to Chicago with Latin Mafia and Jhayco headlining

Michelada Fest will return this June at Union Park after being canceled last year. The three-day event features major artists like Latin Mafia and Jhayco along with community-focused activities. A free community day opens the festival with donations supporting local nonprofit La Casa Norte.
Barry Zekelman Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Zekelman Industries
Companies

Zekelman Industries appoints Jim Marsh as executive director for digital infrastructure

Zekelman Industries has appointed Jim Marsh as Executive Director of Digital & Mission Critical Infrastructure. Marsh will focus on expanding business development efforts for data centers and AI-driven markets. The move aligns with growing demand for advanced digital infrastructure across North America.
Mark Meskauskas, President
Real Estate

Brian Properties assumes management of Vernon Hills office property

Brian Properties has been selected by an out-of-state investor to manage a Vernon Hills office property following its recent acquisition. The company will oversee all aspects of asset and property management as the owner seeks further investments in Chicagoland.
Reema Amin, Reporter, Chalkbeat Chicago
Non-profit

Chicago school board to vote on resolution urging Pritzker to reject public funds for private school

The Chicago Board of Education will vote April 6 on a resolution urging Governor JB Pritzker not to support a federal tax-credit plan benefiting private school scholarships with public funds. The decision comes amid ongoing debate among state leaders over participation and its impact on education funding.

Kwame Raoul Attorney General at Illinois
Government

Attorney General Raoul leads coalition supporting law firms targeted by Trump administration orders

Attorney General Kwame Raoul led a group backing law firms challenging Trump-era executive orders targeting their work. The coalition argues these actions threaten legal independence and access to justice. They have filed an amicus brief urging courts to block enforcement of these measures.
Barry Zekelman Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Zekelman Industries
Companies

Zekelman Industries highlights growth in tube markets for data centers and housing

Zekelman Industries reports strong growth from data center and housing markets. The company says these sectors are now central to its operations amid shifting market demands.
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