Scott Reeder

Springfield

Staff Writer at Illinois Times

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Articles

Two Springfield attorneys have law licenses suspended

1 week ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

A Springfield lawyer faces a two-year suspension of her law license after a state commission cited her recently for unethical conduct during her time employed by the Illinois Attorney General and the city of Springfield. The Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, or ARDC, investigates complaints against lawyers and makes recommendations to the Illinois Supreme Court on sanctions. The suspension for Salena Young will be effective June 12.
General Assembly passes Sonya Massey Bill

2 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

Both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly have endorsed legislation introduced in the wake of the killing of Sonya Massey that would make it easier to learn more about problem cops before they are hired. Proponents of the measure heading to Governor JB Pritzker's desk, named in honor of Sonya Massey, say it may prevent future tragedies. While Pritzker is expected to sign the bill, gubernatorial spokesman Alex Gough did not immediately respond to questions.
Exploiting Emma Shafer’s memory

3 weeks ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

In the wake of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's visit to Springfield, there are recriminations and explanations. On May 7, Noem visited Springfield and held a news conference near the home where community activist Emma Shafer was slain in July 2023. Police believe her former boyfriend, Gabriel Calixto-Pichardo, whose mother brought him to the U.S. illegally as a child, committed the homicide.
State Week: Pritzker on the national stage

4 weeks ago | nprillinois.org | Sean Crawford |Scott Reeder

Gov. JB Pritzker made a fiery speech to Democrats in New Hampshire and has also appeared on national shows. It has fueled more speculation that he wants to run for president. We also discuss the Department of Homeland Security Secretary's appearance in Springfield this week. And we remember the late former Gov. George Ryan. Host Sean Crawford is joined by Professor Emeritus Charlie Wheeler and Illinois Times Staff Writer Scott Reeder.
“An insult to Emma’s memory”

1 month ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

Atragedy became a backdrop for political theater Wednesday as Kristi Noem, part ofPresident Donald Trump’s cabinet, spoke near the home of Emma Shafer, a womanpolice believe was killed by a Mexican immigrant. “Governors like JB Pritzker don’t care if gangbangers, ifmurderers, rapists and pedophiles roll free in his state,” the Homeland Securitysecretary told reporters near the home where Shafer was slain.
New leadership for Springfield police, fire departments

1 month ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

Mayor Misty Buscher's picks to lead the Springfield police and fire departments are receiving high marks from members of the city council. Buscher is recommending the promotion of Assistant Fire Chief Nicholas Zummo to fire chief and Assistant Police Chief Joseph Behl to police chief for the city of Springfield. The promotions need to be approved by the city council, but all the council members interviewed by Illinois Times expressed support for both men taking their respective helms.
Major solar development opens in Sangamon County

1 month ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

Sangamon County is now home to the largest solar powerdevelopment east of the Mississippi River. On April 30, SwiftCurrent Energy, a Boston-based firm, held a ribbon-cutting at its Auburn officefor the Double Black Diamond solar farm. The collection ofsolar panels was erected on more than 4,000 acres in western Sangamon Countyand eastern Morgan County “Construction wascompleted Dec.
Major solar development opens in Sangamon County

1 month ago | springfieldbusinessjournal.com | Scott Reeder

Sangamon County is now home to the largest solar power development east of the Mississippi River. On April 30, Swift Current Energy, a Boston-based firm, held a ribbon-cutting at its Auburn office for the Double Black Diamond solar farm. The collection of solar panels was erected on more than 4,000 acres in western Sangamon County and eastern Morgan County “Construction was completed Dec.
Judge dismisses lawsuit contesting city clerk appointment

1 month ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

A Sangamon County judge has dealt a blow to efforts to unseat City Clerk Chuck Redpath from his post, which opponents say he obtained through an illegitimate city council vote. The longtime Springfield City Council member was appointed clerk Jan. 7 by a divided council after a tumultuous, two-hour meeting amid allegations the process was rushed, unfair and corrupt.
Reinvesting in downtown Springfield

1 month ago | illinoistimes.com | Scott Reeder

“It’s in transition.” That description of the city’s central business district was often repeated during the first of a series of public meetings held by Downtown Springfield, Inc. The downtown’s current challenges are well-known: the departure of state office jobs, a devastating fire last June, vacant business fronts and the recent closure of the Wyndham Springfield City Center. What will it take for the area to recover? That was the focus of the April 4 meeting held at the downtown YMCA.