DEERFIELD · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
B
16/24
Deerfield gets a B.
Fastest FOIA clock in the country with binding PAC opinions and mandatory statewide e-filing. PA 102-0237 blocks booking photos for non-violent suspects. Fast process; gated product.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Deerfield.
COMPUTED 2026-07-31 12:23 UTC · SCORE 16/24
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IL AG (FOIA)
IL Courts
IDOC Inmate
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/open-and-honest-government/pac/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-31 12:12 UTC]
- → https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-31 12:12 UTC]
- → https://idoc.illinois.gov/offender/inmatesearch.html [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-31 12:12 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
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Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the IL field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
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Children Missing From Illinois (Statewide)
Active Illinois cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
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Jazmin Rivera (IL)
Payton Wittenbrink (IL)
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Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
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Recent Illinois Court Cases
Most recent Illinois court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| BANKRUPTCY 26-40332-mel | Donald Louis Topp, III and Kealin M McClerren | 07/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30685-mel | Emily J. Blumenberg | 07/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30686-mel | Latonja Lynnette Evans | 07/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-30687-mel | Joe W Hosier, Jr. | 07/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-90479 | Brenda Lee Torres | 07/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-90480 | Christopher Darnell Williams | 07/30/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-90481 | Sharon Louise Perez | 07/30/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 1:25-cr-00533-1 | USA v. Brock | 07/30/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-09104 | Pingxiang Suxiu Trading Co., Ltd. v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A | 07/30/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-09105 | Nanjing Xingshanliang E-commerce Co., Ltd. v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations identified on Schedule A | 07/30/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-09101 | FILKINS et al v. Edlow, Director of USCIS et al | 07/30/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-09108 | SWEEZER et al v. City of Chicago et al | 07/30/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Lake County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Lake County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
Where can I find out if a vandalism report can be filed by phone?▼
Yes - minor vandalism reports can be filed by phone in Zion, Illinois (Lake County). Contact the Zion Police Department non-emergency line at 847-872-8000 (https://www.cityofzion.com/180/Police, 2101 Salem Boulevard, Zion, IL 60099); for emergencies or in-progress incidents, call 911. The department accepts phone reports for minor property damage where there is no suspect, no injury, and the damage is below the felony threshold (500 dollars in Illinois). For larger losses, an officer is dispatched to take an in-person report and collect evidence. After filing, request a copy of the report at the Records Division (same address, fees ~5 dollars under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140/). For Lake County coverage outside Zion city limits, the Lake County Sheriff (https://www.lakecountyil.gov/2273/Sheriffs-Office, 25 South Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085, 847-549-5200) takes phone reports through the same protocol. Insurance companies usually require the official report number, so always ask for it at the end of the call. The Illinois State Police (https://isp.illinois.gov/) handles state-route vandalism.
How do I look up property records in Decatur?▼
To look up property records in Decatur, IL (Macon County), contact the Macon County Recorder of Deeds at 141 South Main Street, Room 201, Decatur, IL 62523 (217-424-1359), with online searches at https://www.co.macon.il.us/. The Macon County Supervisor of Assessments at https://maconcounty.illinois.gov/departments/supervisor-of-assessments/ provides ownership, parcel, and assessed-value data. The City of Decatur Treasurer handles city property tax. Illinois Property Tax Code (35 ILCS 200) and IL FOIA (5 ILCS 140) make deeds and assessment data public. Recording fees are about $40 first page; certified copies typically cost $1.25-$5/page. Sources: Macon County (https://www.co.macon.il.us/), IL Department of Revenue (https://tax.illinois.gov/).
Where do I search court records in Dupage?▼
To search court records in DuPage County, IL, use the DuPage County Circuit Court Clerk at https://www.dupageco.org/courts/. Free name and case-number search returns DuPage County Circuit Court records (felony, misdemeanor, civil, family, probate, traffic, small claims). The Circuit Court Clerk is at 505 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187 (630-407-8700). Certified copies cost $9 plus $1/page. Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140) governs disclosure. Sealed/expunged records are excluded under 20 ILCS 2630/5.2. Sources: DuPage County (https://www.dupageco.org/courts/), DuPage Circuit Court (https://www.dupageco.org/courts/).
How do I look up a court case in Kankakee?▼
To look up a court case in Kankakee County, IL, use the Kankakee County Circuit Clerk at https://www.k3county.net/502 or the Re:SearchIL (Judici) at https://www.judici.com/ which covers Kankakee County. Free name and case-number search returns Kankakee County Circuit Court records (felony, misdemeanor, civil, family, probate, traffic, small claims). The Circuit Clerk is at 450 East Court Street, Kankakee, IL 60901 (815-937-2905). Certified copies cost $9 plus $1/page. Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140) governs disclosure. Sealed/expunged cases are excluded under 20 ILCS 2630/5.2. Sources: Kankakee County (https://www.k3county.net/), Judici (https://www.judici.com/).
How do I check if someone is in custody in Springfield?▼
To check if someone is in custody in Springfield, IL (Sangamon County), the Sangamon County Sheriff's Office Inmate Search at https://www.sangamoncountysheriff.com/ shows current detainees at the Sangamon County Jail. The Sheriff is at 1 Copley Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701 (217-753-6850). The Springfield Police Department at 800 E. Monroe Street (217-788-8311) handles city-level arrests. For state-prison inmates, the Illinois Department of Corrections inmate locator at https://idoc.illinois.gov/offender/inmatesearch.html shows current inmates. The Federal BOP locator at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ covers federal facilities. Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140) governs disclosure. Sources: Sangamon County Sheriff (https://www.sangamoncountysheriff.com/), IDOC (https://idoc.illinois.gov/).
Where can I find information regarding a hostage or suicide incident?▼
For information about a hostage or suicide incident in Summerfield, IL (Saint Clair County), contact the Saint Clair County Sheriff's Office at 700 N. 5th Street, Belleville, IL 62220 (618-825-4824), or the Illinois State Police if state police responded. Major incident reports are released under Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140) once the investigation closes; ongoing investigations may be exempt under §7(1)(c). Local newspaper archives (Belleville News-Democrat) often cover hostage and suicide incidents in detail. The Illinois Department of Public Health publishes annual suicide statistics. For mental health resources, call or text 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline). Sources: Saint Clair County Sheriff (https://www.co.st-clair.il.us/), IL FOIA (https://illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/open-and-honest-government/pac/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Deerfield, IL
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Deerfield, IL · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for IL
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (IL)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in IL
.GOVFDIC BankFind
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.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in IL
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for IL
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Deerfield, IL
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| BRUCE KOLTON | DEERFIELD |
| GENTLE HOME SERVICES, INC. | DEERFIELD |
| RONALD MAY | DEERFIELD |
| MITCHELL WARREN | DEERFIELD |
| ALEKSANDR DEKHTYAR | DEERFIELD |
| TAMARA FOUNTAIN | DEERFIELD |
| STEVE FREED | DEERFIELD |
| FRANK KARKAZIS | DEERFIELD |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| DEERFIELD FIRE DEPT | DEERFIELD |
| LCFPD RYERSON VISITORS CENTER | DEERFIELD |
| ILLINOIS TOLLWAY AUTHORITY | DEERFIELD |
| SHELL OIL PRODUCTS US | DEERFIELD |
| JAMES PARKER PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYS | DEERFIELD |
| OSTERMAN CLEANERS | DEERFIELD |
| JAMES CAPE & SONS CO. | DEERFIELD |
| ALLEGIANCE HEALTHCARE CORP | DEERFIELD |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (IL) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | Kriya Capital, LLC | Attempts to collect debt not owed |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Getting a credit card |
| 2026-05-21 | ALLY FINANCIAL INC. | Improper use of your report |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 5
City of Deerfield, IL
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| PAMELA ANTELL | 1128a1 |
| VLADIMIR GORDIN | 1128a3 |
| EDWARD NAVAKAS | 1128b4 |
| OLEG ORTENBERG | 1128b5 |
| PERRY ROSE | 1128b4 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Deerfield, IL
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from IL state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Vermilion County Woman Fined and Sentenced to Probation for Voting Twice in Federal Election
Jul 30, 2026
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Felon Sentenced to More Than Two and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Illegally Possessing Handgun in Chicago After Being Released on Bond in State Court for Prior Violent Offense
Jul 29, 2026
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Suburban Chicago Man Sentenced to Six Months in Federal Prison for Sending Threatening Letters to Two Federal Judges
Jul 29, 2026
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Convicted Sex Offender Receives an Additional 48 Month Sentence for Possession of Contraband in Prison
Jul 27, 2026
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United States Attorney Weinhoeft Announces Federal Court Victory Over Unconstitutional Illinois Sanctuary State Policy
Jul 24, 2026
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Cartel Member Who Trafficked Victims From Mexico to Chicagoland Into Forced Labor Sentenced to 9 Years in Prison
Jul 24, 2026
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Winnebago County Woman Who Embezzled Funds From a Booster Club Sentenced to Six Months in Federal Prison and Ordered To Pay Full Restitution
Jul 23, 2026
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Employee Who Fraudulently Embezzled Approximately $4 Million From Big Ten Network Sentenced 28 Months in Prison and Ordered To Repay Funds
Jul 22, 2026
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Five-Week Trial Results in Federal Jury Convicting Three Members of Violent Robbery Crew Responsible for Robbing or Attempting To Rob 14 Stores and Bars in Chicago
Jul 22, 2026
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Federal Jury in Chicago Convicts Woman of Assaulting United States Postal Carrier After Two-Day Trial
Jul 21, 2026
Federal Agency
Federal Reserve Board issues enforcement action with Iuka Bancshares, Inc. and The Iuka State Bank
Jul 30, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
🏪 Chicago Business Licenses 8
| Name | Status |
|---|---|
| L.K. PRECISION TUCKPOINTING, | AAI |
| AXXESS HEATING & AIR CONDITI | AAI |
| Amerimak Inc | AAI |
| COLLEEN BELDEN | AAI |
| LISA ENNESSY | AAI |
| ISAIDA FERRARI | AAI |
| CENTRAL CEILING SYSTEMS, INC | AAI |
| TOWN PLACE INVESTMENT, LIMIT | AAI |
Recent News in Deerfield
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Pilot killed in Deerfield, Illinois plane crash
A pilot was killed after a plane crash in north suburban Deerfield, Illinois, on Wednesday night. The Lake County Sheriff's Office said a Cessna 210M airplane crashed behind a row …
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Man surrenders to police, is taken to hospital after standoff in Deerfield, Illinois
A man surrendered to police after a standoff in the north Chicago suburb of Deerfield on Wednesday. At 11:55 a.m., Deerfield police were called to the 400 block of Deerfield Road t…
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Lake County detectives rescue girl from man they say drove to Illinois from Georgia to meet her
Detectives from Lake County, Illinois, Sheriff's office rescued a girl under 14 from a grown man who had traveled from Georgia to meet her this weekend, authorities said Sunday.
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Lake County, Illinois, man charged with threatening Latino immigrants
A Lake County, Illinois, man was due in court Wednesday on charges of making direct threats to Latino immigrants.
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3 people rescued by Lake County, Illinois, Sheriff's Office after going missing in water near Lake Villa
The Lake County, Illinois, Sheriff's office Marine Unit rescued three swimmers they said otherwise could have drowned in a lake near Lake Villa this weekend.