Tanya Williams

Tanya Williams

Tanya covers positive and people-centered stories from across Chicago. From neighborhood events to inspiring local residents, she focuses on what brings our communities together. Tanya grew up in the city and believes every neighborhood has a story worth telling.

Former Joliet Police Officer Sentenced in Domestic Battery Case, Still Faces Federal Drug Charges
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Former Joliet Police Officer Sentenced in Domestic Battery Case, Still Faces Federal Drug Charges

ILLINOIS — A former Joliet police officer has been sentenced to two years of conditional discharge after being found guilty of battering his ex-wife, ...

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Chicago Police Ask Public's Help in Search for Missing 14-Year-Old Lissy Ramirez
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Chicago Police Ask Public’s Help in Search for Missing 14-Year-Old Lissy Ramirez

CHICAGO — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 14-year-old Lissy Ramirez, who went missing Saturday from the city’s Brighton Park neighborhood ...

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Aurora Ordinance Targets Neglected Properties With Daily Fines Up to $999
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Aurora Ordinance Targets Neglected Properties With Daily Fines Up to $999

AURORA — Starting in July, Aurora property owners with neglected homes or buildings will face steep penalties, as the city rolls out a new ...

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Body Found in Search for Missing Yorkville Teen Aiyana Williams
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Body Found in Search for Missing Yorkville Teen Aiyana Williams

YORKVILLE — Authorities confirmed Sunday that a body has been located in the area where police were searching for 16-year-old Aiyana Williams, who was ...

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Aurora Firefighters Demoted After Forcing Police Officer Off Road in Patrol Car
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Aurora Firefighters Demoted After Forcing Police Officer Off Road in Patrol Car

ILLINOIS — Two Aurora firefighters have been demoted after a bizarre and dangerous confrontation with a police officer, in which they allegedly forced the ...

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Illinois Bill to Raise Senior Driving Test Age Passes, Awaits Pritzker's Signature
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Illinois Bill to Raise Senior Driving Test Age Passes, Awaits Pritzker’s Signature

ILLINOIS — A new piece of legislation awaiting final approval from Governor JB Pritzker could change the way Illinois handles senior driver testing. If ...

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Chicago Homeowner Forced to Pay Squatters to Leave — State Law May Soon Change
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Chicago Homeowner Forced to Pay Squatters to Leave — State Law May Soon Change

CHICAGO — A South Side homeowner was recently forced to pay $4,300 to a pair of squatters just to get them out of his ...

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Pride Fest 2025 Brings Joy, Community, and Resilience to Chicago's LGBTQ+ Celebration
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Pride Fest 2025 Brings Joy, Community, and Resilience to Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Celebration

CHICAGO — Under the summer sun and amidst record heat, thousands gathered in Northalsted this weekend to celebrate Chicago’s 2025 Pride Fest, a two-day ...

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Illinois Lawmakers Approve Thousands of Bills Without Knowing the Cost
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Illinois Lawmakers Approve Thousands of Bills Without Knowing the Cost

ILLINOIS — In a year when Illinois approved a record-breaking $55.2 billion state budget, only 10 out of 3,859 proposed bills included cost estimates ...

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Lake Shelbyville Offers Year-Round Outdoor Adventures, From Bass Fishing to Biking
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Lake Shelbyville Offers Year-Round Outdoor Adventures, From Bass Fishing to Biking

ILLINOIS — Known as one of Illinois’ premier recreational lakes, Lake Shelbyville continues to attract anglers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike — especially following ...

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