Attorney General Kwame Raoul has secured a guilty plea from Brandon Swiskoski, a resident of Spring Valley, Illinois, in a case concerning the possession of child sexual abuse material.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has partnered with Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) to host an awareness event aimed at combating human trafficking within the transportation industry.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has issued a warning to consumers in Illinois regarding the potential influx of flood-damaged vehicles entering the used car market. This alert follows significant flooding caused by hurricanes Helene and Milton, which affected thousands of vehicles across several states, including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a man from Pawnee, Illinois, with serious offenses related to child sexual abuse material. The charges are part of Raoul's efforts, in partnership with federal and local law enforcement across Illinois, to combat the online trade and downloading of such materials.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has spearheaded a coalition of 24 attorneys general, submitting an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court in support of maintaining a crucial provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This provision ensures access to preventive healthcare services for millions of Americans. The coalition is urging the Supreme Court to grant certiorari and overturn a lower court's decision that blocks federal enforcement of this provision against certain respondents, which they argue could hinder access to essential medical care.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has issued a warning to iDentidad Advertising Development LLC, also known as iDentidad Telecom, regarding its involvement in transmitting suspected illegal robocall traffic. This action is part of a coordinated effort by a bipartisan group of 51 attorneys general across the United States.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with District of Columbia Attorney General Brian Schwalb, has led a coalition of 19 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief. This brief urges a federal court to reject the insurance industry's challenge to the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Discriminatory Effects Rule. The rule is designed to ensure that housing practices, which may seem neutral but are discriminatory in effect, do not disproportionately impact certain populations.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has filed a brief as part of a coalition of 18 attorneys general, opposing North Carolina's restrictions on the abortion medication mifepristone. The amicus brief was submitted in the case Bryant v. Stein to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, urging them to uphold a district court decision that prohibits North Carolina from imposing additional restrictions on mifepristone beyond those set by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Chicago — In response to the destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Attorney General Kwame Raoul has issued a warning to Illinois residents about potential scams related to hurricane relief donations. Raoul emphasized the importance of verifying charitable organizations before making contributions.
Chicago – Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Quincy woman with serious offenses, including sexual assault and the production and distribution of child pornography. This case is part of Raoul’s continued efforts to work with federal and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois to address the issue of child sexual abuse material online.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside a coalition of 50 attorneys general, has reached an agreement with Marriott International Inc. regarding a significant data breach of its guest reservation database. The settlement, which includes a $52 million payment to the states involved, aims to improve Marriott's data security practices and provide consumer protections. Illinois, one of the leading states in the investigation, will receive $2.1 million from this settlement.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced a guilty plea and sentencing in an animal cruelty case involving a Vermilion County resident. Crystal Calbro, aged 44, from Danville, Illinois, was sentenced by Vermilion County Circuit Court Judge Karen E. Wall to 12 months of court supervision. As part of her sentence, Calbro is prohibited from owning horses, rabbits, and donkeys and must undergo a psychological evaluation. Additionally, she is required to pay a $2,200 fine and restitution amounting to $44,718 to the Vermilion County Department of Animal Regulation.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has initiated legal proceedings against TikTok, accusing the company of engaging in harmful business practices that target children and allegedly mislead the public about potential dangers associated with its platform. This action is part of a broader investigation announced by Raoul in March 2022, which seeks both injunctive relief and monetary penalties for TikTok's conduct.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has secured an immediate and preliminary injunction against the Will County Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority. This development is part of an ongoing lawsuit concerning the alleged improper handling and storage of asbestos-containing materials during renovations at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, Illinois.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Belleville, Illinois resident, Joshua Gallant, with possessing child sexual abuse material. The charges are part of Raoul's collaboration with federal and local law enforcement agencies to address the issue of online child exploitation in Illinois.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has taken the lead in a coalition of 15 attorneys general to support a Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) rule. This rule mandates that freight and passenger trains generally be staffed with at least two crew members.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside a coalition of 18 attorneys general, has taken action to support a federal initiative aimed at expanding health insurance access for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients. The group filed an amicus brief backing a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) rule that would allow DACA recipients to purchase health insurance through Affordable Care Act (ACA) exchanges. This rule is set to be implemented on November 1, 2024.
Attorney General Kwame Raoul and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) have issued a warning to student loan borrowers about a new scam exploiting uncertainty around student loans. The scam involves false promises of lower monthly payments or loan forgiveness, often requiring upfront fees.
