The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus unveiled its 2026 agenda, which state Rep. Earl Harris, D-East Chicago, said is going to support working Hoosiers. “For years, we’ve heard our colleagues in the Republican supermajority tout the strength of Indiana’s economy,” Harris, who’s also the IBLC chair, said in a Tuesday news release. “Unfortunately, Hoosiers aren’t seeing that … [Read more...] about Indiana Black Legislative Caucus unveils 2026 session agenda
Mamie Till-Mobley, mother of Emmett Till, remembered as ‘extraordinary human being’ on the anniversary of her death
A small group including friends and family of civil rights activist Mamie Till-Mobley, the mother of Emmett Till, gathered Tuesday to lay flowers on her grave in Burr Oak Cemetery in Alsip on the anniversary of her death. Till-Mobley died in 2003, at age 81, having spent much of her life as an advocate for racial justice following the gruesome lynching of her 14-year-old son in … [Read more...] about Mamie Till-Mobley, mother of Emmett Till, remembered as ‘extraordinary human being’ on the anniversary of her death
Naperville Police Arrests for Dec. 29-Jan. 2
The following items were taken from Naperville police reports and press releases. An arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt: A 19-year-old man from Lisle was arrested on charges of driving on a suspended license and driving without insurance at 5:26 a.m. Dec. 29 at Royce Road and South Washington Street. A 26-year-old man from Naperville was arrested on two counts of … [Read more...] about Naperville Police Arrests for Dec. 29-Jan. 2
Naperville News Digest: Volunteers sought for Riverview Farmstead brush control; bands asked to apply to perform at the Last Fling festival
Volunteers sought for Riverview Farmstead brush control The Forest Preserve District of Will County is seeking volunteers to help with brush control at several area preserves, including the Riverview Farmstead Preserve in Naperville. Volunteer work sessions are from 9 a.m. to noon and are open to ages 10 and older. Work at the Riverview Farmstead on Book Road, south of Hassert … [Read more...] about Naperville News Digest: Volunteers sought for Riverview Farmstead brush control; bands asked to apply to perform at the Last Fling festival
Beloved bell ringer Roger Paulhus remembered as Elmhurst’s ‘symbol of Christmas’
For years, Salvation Army bell ringer Roger Paulhus was a fixture at Jewel-Osco at York Street and Butterfield Road in Elmhurst, and he made quite the impression on shoppers and employees alike. “He was a symbol of Christmas. He was helping others,” said Kenlyn Geraldi, of Elmhurst. “He would be there on the coldest, nastiest days sitting in his chair. Later on I think he had a … [Read more...] about Beloved bell ringer Roger Paulhus remembered as Elmhurst’s ‘symbol of Christmas’