Crime Stories from February 22, 2026 (Change date)
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Fight to expunge records frustrates attorney, clientsFeb 22, 2026 3:56 pm - Frustration over the long road to getting old marijuana offenses expunged isn’t just limited to those who want their records cleared: It can also be a headache for attorneys.
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Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challengeFeb 22, 2026 3:55 pm - Illinois residents can face long delays in clearing their marijuana-related records even after judges approve expungement and sealing orders. Although law enforcement agencies have 60 days to comply with court orders, records can still appear in background checks until the state police update their database and issue a confirmation letter.
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Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel during operation to capture himFeb 22, 2026 3:40 pm - MEXICO CITY (AP) — The Mexican army killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho, ” on Sunday, decapitating what h...
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