BUFFALO · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
B
16/24
Buffalo 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 Buffalo.
COMPUTED 2026-07-27 19:35 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 · 2026-07-27 19:10 UTC]
- → https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-27 19:10 UTC]
- → https://idoc.illinois.gov/offender/inmatesearch.html [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-27 19:10 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 →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · IL Field Offices (Statewide)
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
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · IL
Children Missing From Illinois (Statewide)
Active Illinois cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Dustin Earlin (IL)
Alexys Dimond (IL)
Millie Moore (IL)
Makaila Harris-Davis (IL)
June Barry (IL)
Jayden Totten (IL)
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 26-70712 | Vanessa Marie King | 07/27/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-80644 | Russell Wayne Kurth | 07/27/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 26-80645 | Aaliyah L. McLaurin | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-08860 | Powerhouse Hillwood Holding LLC v. Commonwealth Edison Company | 07/26/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-08864 | Gomez Garcia v. Trans Union, LLC | 07/26/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-08865 | Shenzhen Zhongcheng Hongye Technology Co., Ltd. v. The Partnerships and Unincorporated Associations Identified on Schedule A | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-08866 | Lopez Antonio v. Twin Oaks Landscaping, Inc. | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-08867 | Medlin v. Beauty Bell Enterprises LLC et al | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:23-cv-12992 | Deveaux v. Dabur International Ltd et al | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-08839 | Means v. Rich Township High School District 227 | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:23-cv-13505 | Conner et al v. Loreal USA, Inc. et al | 07/27/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:23-cv-09656 | Hawthorne-Mitchell v. AFAM Concept, Inc. d/b/a JF Labs, Inc. et al | 07/27/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Sangamon County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Sangamon County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
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/).
How do I find court records in Sangamon?▼
To find court records in Sangamon County, IL, use the Sangamon County Circuit Clerk at 200 S. 9th Street, Room 405, Springfield, IL 62701 (217-753-6674), with online searches via Re:SearchIL/Judici at https://www.judici.com/. The 7th Judicial Circuit Court covers Sangamon County. Free name and case-number search returns civil, criminal, family, traffic, and small claims records. Certified copies cost $9 plus $2 per page. Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140) governs disclosure; sealed/expunged cases are excluded. The Illinois Supreme Court eFile/eLookup is at https://efile.illinoiscourts.gov/. Sources: Sangamon County Circuit Clerk (https://co.sangamon.il.us/), Judici (https://www.judici.com/).
How do I look up property records in Sangamon?▼
Sangamon County, IL property records: Sangamon County Recorder (https://www.sangamonil.gov/departments/r-z/recorder) for deeds, mortgages, liens — recording fees per 55 ILCS 5/3-5018 (https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/). Sangamon County Supervisor of Assessments (https://www.sangamonil.gov/departments/i-q/supervisor-of-assessments) for parcel and assessment data. Online land records via Sangamon County Recorder. Tax payment via Sangamon County Treasurer. Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140/1). Property fraud alert via Recorder. Springfield State Journal-Register (https://www.sj-r.com/) for community coverage.
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/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Buffalo, 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 · Buffalo, 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
FDIC-insured banks in IL
.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
Statewide (IL) — federal-news feed scoped to state
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🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 7
City of Buffalo, IL
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| TRI CITY SCHOOL | BUFFALO |
| MONICA MCAFEE | BUFFALO |
| KATHRYN RAYNOLDS | BUFFALO |
| FORREST REDD | BUFFALO |
| GARY RAYNOLDS | BUFFALO |
| JESSICA SEFTON | BUFFALO |
| EMILY VAN NOTE | BUFFALO |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| HERRIN LTD. | BUFFALO |
| RCM CO-OP | BUFFALO |
| EDWARD R. JAMES HOMES | BUFFALO |
| IL BELL TEL CO BUFFALO C D O | BUFFALO |
| CN 72N03 | BUFFALO |
| JMH REBUILDERS | BUFFALO |
| RCM CO-OP | BUFFALO |
| LINCOLN LAND FS, INC. | BUFFALO |
💰 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 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 4
City of Buffalo, IL
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from IL state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
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
doj_news
Member of 10-Person Robbery Crew Targeting Chicago Suburbs Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison
Jul 21, 2026
doj_news
Mid-Year Report: U.S. Attorney’s Office in Chicago Dramatically Increases Federal Violent Crime and Other Prosecutions While Implementing Numerous Significant Policy Initiatives and Reforms
Jul 20, 2026
FBI Field Office
Collinsville Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Child Exploitation in Nepal
Jul 17, 2026
FBI Field Office
Fugitive for 15 Years Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for 20 Counts Related to Tax Evasion and Structuring Financial Transactions
Jul 17, 2026
Federal Agency
US Department of Labor files amicus brief supporting fiduciary discretion in use of forfeited funds under ERISA
Jul 24, 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 |
|---|---|
| JENNA DEJAC | AAI |
| Allegiant Capital Recovery S | AAI |
| SECURITY CREDIT SYSTEMS, INC | AAI |
| ALLIANT CAPITAL MANAGEMENT L | AAI |
| CAWLEY & BERGMANN, LLC | AAI |
| ALLIED INTERSTATE, LLC | AAI |
| CAPITAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES, | AAI |
| Huntington Debt Holding LLC | AAI |
Recent News in Buffalo
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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Illinois man admits to attempted kidnapping charge after incident at school in Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A man from Lombard, Ill. pleaded guilty Thursday morning to charges related to an incident at Dr. Charles R. Drew Science Magnet school that occurred this pa…
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Woman, 74, dies after being struck by 2 vehicles in Buffalo Grove, Illinois
A woman was struck and killed by two different vehicles in the northwest Chicago suburb of Buffalo Grove late Wednesday. At 5:20 p.m., Buffalo Grove police were called to southboun…
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Illinois man sentenced for attempted kidnapping of Buffalo student
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A man from Illinois was sentenced on Wednesday after he attempted to kidnap a student from Dr. Charles R. Drew Science Magnet school last February, the Erie …