FBI Director Christopher Wray delivered the following remarks during a press conference at the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- As the attorney general has confirmed, we have arrested Cesar Sayoc in connection with this investigation. As our investigation is still ongoing, I may not be able to[Read More…]
Month: October 2018
Marian Catholic High School wins ABC7’s Friday Flyover Trophy!
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- There were close to 800 students. The school promised a half day if only 500 students showed up, half the school’s enrollment. Tracy Butler was “in the house.” And there were pancakes for every student. ABC7’s Friday Flyover is an event the Marian Catholic will likely remember[Read More…]
Nor’easter to Blast East Coast with Rain, Wind, Coastal Flooding and Mountain Snow
By Alex Sosnowski, AccuWeather senior meteorologist AccuWeather-(ENEWSPF)- A storm from the South will evolve into a potent and disruptive nor’easter with gusty coastal winds, drenching rain and high-elevation snow this weekend. “Fast forward motion of the storm may limit the worst weather conditions from Friday night to Saturday night,” according to AccuWeather Senior[Read More…]
The FBI Asks the Public’s Help on Assassination Attempts of Prominent Democrats
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- The FBI has issued several official updates on the suspicious packages that were sent to prominent Democrats. The actions amount to assassination attempts, and President Trump needs to step up, take responsibility for his rhetoric, and act “Presidential.” Mayor John Ostenburg of Park Forest, IL, issued the following statement[Read More…]
Lafayette Man Guilty Of Producing and Distributing Child Pornography
South Bend, IN-(ENEWSPF)- Shawn M. Dewitt, 34 years old, of Lafayette, Indiana, was found guilty of production, possession and distribution of child pornography after a three-day jury trial before U.S. District Court Judge Jon E. DeGuilio, announced U. S. Attorney Thomas L. Kirsch II. According to documents in this case, on[Read More…]
4 More Latin Dragon Members Charged With Racketeering Conspiracy
Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Four additional members of Chicago area criminal street gang, the Latin Dragons Nation, have been charged with racketeering conspiracy and other related offenses in a second superseding indictment unsealed on Tuesday, October 23, Assistant Attorney General Brian A. Benczkowski of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division and U.S. Attorney[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Blotter Reports Through October 4, 2018
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Editor’s Note: This police beat coverage represents reports through October 4, 2018. Charges for those arrested in this time period include the display of a false insurance card, domestic battery, driving while license was suspended, and a ticket in relation to a dog bite. Providing more details than readers will[Read More…]
Drama Group Announces Call for Auditions: A Raisin in the Sun
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Drama Group in Chicago Heights issued a call for auditions Thursday for Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. “The play is set in Chicago’s south side, three generations of family search for a better life,” the Drama Group said in its announcement. “Insurance money comes to them and[Read More…]
Fire Chief Speaks on PTSD, Mental Illness, Suicide, among Firefighters, First Responders
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- In what is most certainly one of the most moving presentations at the Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service during Fire Prevention Week, Park Forest Fire Chief Tracy Natyshok spoke of the need for awareness and treatment of PTSD, stress, mental illness, as well as suicide prevention for firefighters[Read More…]
Marian Catholic High School Presents “Dial M for Murder”
Fall Play to Showcase Alfred Hitchcock’s Thriller Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Alfred Hitchcock would love this. The stage is set in Monsignor Croarkin Auditorium at Marian Catholic for the school’s fall production of “Dial M for Murder.” Originally a play written by Frederick Knott in 1952 and later adapted into a film[Read More…]