Illinois Quick Hits: Man charged with threatening ICE agents
(The Center Square) – An Illinois man is charged with threatening to kill federal agents working for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Prosecutors say Jeffrey A. Mullinix, 67, of Troy stated in a YouTube video comment on Jan. 21 that he was on his way to Minneapolis with weapons, had prior military experience and would knock out at least 50 of the agents.
Law enforcement interviewed Mullinix at his residence the next day and seized two rifles.
The FBI Springfield Field Office is leading the investigation.
UNCLAIMED PROPERTY DAY
Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs is encouraging people to visit the state’s missing money website ahead of National Unclaimed Property Day on Sunday.
Frerichs said an estimated one in four adults who check the treasurer’s Icash site discover they have missing money or other unclaimed property.
CONSERVATION SCHOLARSHIPS
The Illinois Conservation Foundation is accepting applications from high school seniors in the state for 2026 Conservation Achievement Scholarships.
The foundation will award up to four one-time scholarships of $2,000 each to high school seniors committed to conserving the state’s natural resources, although one scholarship is reserved annually for a dependent of an Illinois Department of Natural Resources employee.
The scholarships are supported by donations from individuals and partner organizations committed to protecting Illinois’ natural resources for future generations.
Applications must be received by March 1. More information and application materials are available online.
Latest News Stories
Colorado gubernatorial candidates debate economic issues
U.S. launches retaliatory strikes against Iran
Illinois sued over prediction market law imposing new taxes, regulations
Epstein’s billionaire associate subpoenaed after refusing to answer oversight committee
Energy institute launches website criticizing use of ‘extreme’ climate scenario
Trump threatens 100% tariff over European digital services taxes
Trump teases ‘you’ll find out’ on U.S. response to Iranian drone attack
Military responds swiftly to devastating Venezuelan earthquakes
WATCH: Eight years later, quiet opt-out rules can’t stop millions saved in union dues
Accounting analyst: SEC should examine Illinois pension funding
Illinois Quick Hits: Chicago man arrested in connection with planned attack at White House
Costar shareholders re-elect directors, resist external pressure
Trump accuses Iran of violating ceasefire after drone attack on cargo ship