One person was killed and another was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash on the Stevenson Expressway early Saturday morning on Chicago’s Southwest Side. According to Illinois State Police, troopers responded to the crash in the southbound lanes of Interstate 55 near Wentworth Avenue, close to the Bridgeport neighborhood, at about 4:30 a.m.

One person was pronounced dead at the scene, while another victim was injured and taken to a local hospital for treatment. Southbound I-55 was temporarily closed while authorities investigated the crash, with traffic diverted to southbound Interstate 94. The lanes have since reopened.

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Whenever a celebrity gets divorced, we read about eye-popping numbers of support awarded. The commentary inevitably shifts to “the kids don’t cost that much to raise” and “she doesn’t need all that money.” In an Illinois divorce, similar sentiments are couched in the objection to a guidelines support award as being a “windfall.” Windfalls In An Illinois Child Support Award Child support is ordered in Illinois based on “the guidelines.” “The court shall determine child support in each case by applying the child support guidelines unless the court makes a finding that application of the guidelines would be inappropriate” 750 ILCS 5/505(a)(2)(emphasis…
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A new Illinois law gives police an additional enforcement tool in cases involving street racing, street sideshows, and certain reckless driving charges. Effective January 1, 2026, Public Act 104-0063 amended Section 4-203 of the Illinois Vehicle Code to allow an officer to impound the vehicle involved for five days after the arrest.

The change does not create a new criminal offense. Instead, it adds an immediate consequence that may apply before the criminal case is resolved. For many drivers and vehicle owners, losing access to a vehicle for five days – together with potential towing and storage expenses – can…
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Insurance agencies have owners. Those owners get divorced. The insurance agency is an asset whose value must be divided in an insurance agency owner’s divorce. This article explores how to value insurance agencies as part of the Illinois divorce process. An Insurance Agency Appraisal Must Begin With Defining What Is Being Valued The question of what an insurance agency is worth cannot be determined by simply multiplying the agency’s annual commissions by an industry multiple. Insurance agencies may represent several insurance carriers, employ multiple producers, generate recurring commissions from thousands of policies, and possess a valuable book of business. The…
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By Sam Ellis, Esq.
When USDA says no, an unfavorable agency decision does not necessarily mean the matter is over. In “When USDA Says No: Understanding the National Appeals Division Appeal Process,” Sam Ellis, Esq., of Rincker Law, PLLC, explains what farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural program participants should know about challenging certain adverse USDA decisions through the National Appeals Division, commonly known as NAD.
Agricultural producers often rely on United States Department of Agriculture programs for loans, conservation assistance, crop insurance, disaster payments, and other forms of support. When a USDA agency issues an unfavorable decision, the financial and…
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Limited-scope representation is being promoted as one of the next waves in divorce and family law. Sometimes called unbundled legal…
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Starting a Business With a Friend or Family Member in Illinois? Put These Agreements in Writing First may not sound like the most exciting advice when two people are enthusiastic about launching a new company. But some of the hardest business disputes begin with people who trusted each other enough to believe they did not need formal agreements.
Friends, siblings, spouses, parents and adult children frequently start businesses together because they already have a relationship. That trust can be an advantage, but it should not replace clear documentation.
This article focuses primarily on limited liability companies (LLCs), which are a…
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Can an LLC Protect the Family Farm From a Divorce? What Illinois Farm Owners Should Know is an important question for farm families who have spent years or generations building agricultural businesses and accumulating farmland, equipment, livestock, and other valuable assets. An LLC can be a useful part of a farm’s legal and succession structure, but simply placing a family farm into an LLC does not automatically make it untouchable in an Illinois divorce.
Whether a farm or an ownership interest in a farming LLC may be affected by divorce depends on several factors, including when the property was acquired,…
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Crash News | Chicago

A vehicle caught fire Thursday evening on DuSable Lake Shore Drive near Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood, causing concern for motorists traveling through the area. The incident reportedly occurred in the southbound lanes near Chicago Avenue, close to downtown Chicago.

Video shared from the scene showed the vehicle fire and emergency response activity. ABC7 crews observed at least one person being taken to an ambulance following the incident.

Chicago fire and police officials were contacted for additional information, but further details about the cause of the fire and any injuries were not immediately available.

Source: ABC7 Chicago

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A crime of moral turpitude is a criminal offense that involves dishonesty, fraud, or conduct that violates accepted moral standards. A conviction for this type of crime can have serious consequences for your immigration status. This term often confuses people. It doesn’t refer to a single specific crime. Instead, it’s a broad category that can affect your ability to stay in the United States, obtain a visa, or become a citizen.
If you’re facing a charge that could be classified this way in 2026, our DuPage County, IL immigration lawyer can help you understand what’s at stake and how to…
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To prove hardship at an Illinois license hearing, you generally need documentation showing how a suspended or revoked license affects your life. This includes your ability to work, care for family members, or access necessary medical treatment. This type of hearing allows you to request limited driving privileges. The Secretary of State’s office requires solid evidence before granting this relief, though.
If you’re preparing for a hardship hearing in 2026, our DuPage County, IL license suspension lawyer can help you gather the right evidence and present a strong case.
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Parenting plans are a necessary part of custody proceedings in Illinois. If parents agree, they can submit one plan together. If they do not agree, each parent generally submits a proposed plan, and the court will order mediation unless there is a reason mediation would not be appropriate. If the parents still cannot agree, a judge will decide the disputed issues based on the child’s best interests.
A Cook County, IL child custody attorney can advise you if you and your co-parent are having trouble agreeing on a parenting plan in 2026.
Are Approved Parenting Plans Required in Illinois?
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The Board of Immigration Appeals just took away the only clean path a whole category of DACA recipients had left. Matter of Delcarmen-Lara, 29 I&N Dec. 830 (BIA Aug. 13, 2026) (Interim Decision #4233), overrules Matter of Arrabally and Yerrabelly, … Continue reading →
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On Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Central, volunteer attorneys are invited to attend a Zoom orientation to learn more about the Hibbler Help Desk, a free resource for pro se litigants with cases in the Northern District of Illinois.The Uptown People’s Law Center (“UPLC”) coordinates the Hibbler Help Desk – a free, virtual resource designed to assist pro se litigants navigate federal court – for the Northern District of Illinois.Volunteers provide unrepresented litigants practical guidance on procedures and rules as their case proceeds through the Northern District.  The Hibbler Help Desk requires no specific subject matter expertise beyond…
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2027 Illinois Farm Leases: What Landowners and Farmers Should Negotiate Before Harvest Ends is a conversation many Illinois farmers and farmland owners should be having before the combines are parked for the season. Farm lease discussions often happen in the fall, but waiting until the last minute can leave both sides rushing through important decisions involving rent, expenses, improvements, conservation practices, and the future use of the land.
The economic environment makes those conversations particularly important heading into 2027. University of Illinois farmdoc reports that Illinois cash rents remained relatively strong in 2026, while most farm managers surveyed expected 2027…
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