Killer's Release Spurs Criticism Over Jail’s Early Release ProgramPhoto by Slow911 A Lake County Judge is criticizing the controversial “book and release” program after a convicted felon on lifetime parole, Michael Drankus, was released from the Lake County jail. Drankus was released despite Gary City Judge Deidre Monroe’s written order denying his release and she has vowed... continue reading on Chicagoist
New Aims To Help Save Money On Utility BillsThe Citizens Utility Board created a rewards program with the potential of saving money for ComEd customers in Illinois. The successful pilot program saved users an average of $200 annually on utility bills so CUB is expanding the program with its new website which rewards users for documented reductions... continue reading on Chicagoist
CHA Catches Cabrini-Green Residents Off-Guard With Eviction NoticesPhoto by lo go Citing crime and safety issues as a primary concern, the Chicago Housing Authority issued 30-day eviction notices to the 31 families still living in the Cabrini-Green building at 1230 N. Larrabee Street. The families aren't pleased with the notices that they felt came out of... continue reading on Chicagoist
Thousands Left Without Power Due To BalloonWe've all seen balloons float harmlessly around our neighborhood, riding a breeze. But we've never thought how thankful we should be that we don't see more Mylar balloons floating around. According to ComEd officials, a Mylar balloon was responsible for the power outage last night to 3,825 customers on... continue reading on Chicagoist
Local Non-Profit Rock For Kids Needs Your VoteRock for Kids, a local non-profit organization that brings music classes to underprivileged and at risk children throughout Chicago, is competing in this month’s Pepsi Refresh Project to win a $50,000 grant to fund their free music education program. Realizing that music can be a positive motivator in a... continue reading on Chicagoist
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