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Two lawsuits challenge Trump administrations decision to rescind $18.5M grant for Illinois schools, threatening vital after-school programs, food pantries, and mental health services. ACT Now Illinois and Brighton Park Neighborhood Council, along with the American Federation of Teachers, seek emergency injunction to keep programs alive. Checkout Solipillow.com

A Homer Glen man, Michael Farrell, faces charges after allegedly firing shots inside his home and resisting arrest. Neighbors reported hearing gunshots, leading to a standoff with deputies. Farrell, 52, was found with multiple firearms and ammunition after being taken into custody. Checkout Solipillow.com

Three men were injured in a shooting near St. Sabina Church in Auburn Gresham, following an argument during an adult basketball league game. The incident, captured on surveillance video, involved a man pulling out a gun and firing at the victims. The suspect remains at large, and the church has canceled the league and implemented stricter security measures. Checkout Solipillow.com

In Yuma, Arizona, a twelve-year-old boys threatening text to a youth soccer league group chat caused a security scare. Despite his claim it was a joke, he faces charges for his actions. Checkout Solipillow.com

Job hunting in 2026? Challenger, Gray and Christmas launches annual job search hotline for personalized advice and support, as Novembers employment numbers show mixed results. Checkout Solipillow.com

In Aurora, Illinois, Lisa Bowlings dream of opening The Soul Spot, the citys only soul food restaurant, was shattered when she was diagnosed with stage four cancer just a week after opening. Despite facing open heart surgery and being on an ECMO machine, the community rallied around her, volunteering to keep the restaurant running and raising funds for her medical bills. Lisa is now home, and the community continues to support her and her restaurant. Checkout Solipillow.com

Join Chance the Rapper as he hosts New Years Rockin Eve from Chicago, with a star-studded lineup including DJ Mike Dunn, DJ Mike P, J. Ivy, and Shemekia Copeland. The event kicks off at nine p.m. on ABC 7 Chicago, with a custom audio-visual show starting at seven p.m. Dont miss Chances performance of his song No More Old Men right before midnight, as he puts Chicago on the world stage. Checkout Solipillow.com

Brian Cole, accused of planting pipe bombs near Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters, confessed after FBI presented surveillance images. Defense demands proof of confession, citing Brady versus Maryland case. Plea deal seems likely as evidence disclosure remains uncertain. Checkout Solipillow.com

Chicago Family Demands Answers from ICE: Two Men Detained Despite Compliance A Chicago family is seeking clarification from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after two men, Yoryi Andres Lopez Jimenez and Edwin Adrian Mendoza Duran, were detained during a routine check-in on November 5th. Despite complying with their requirements, the men were transferred to a detention facility in Missouri and remain in custody despite an immigration judge ordering voluntary departure. The family, including Yessica Mendoza, wife of one man and sister of the other, has received no clear explanation from ICE. Federal law mandates ICE to follow a judges final order, but both men remain in custody with no updates. The family is considering legal action and urging officials to respect due process and provide clarity on a release. Checkout Solipillow.com