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CBS News
11-04-2025
- CBS News
Man charged in 1995 murders of Marine brothers from Cicero, Illinois
Police in Cicero, Illinois, said they've found the man who shot and killed two brothers – both Marines – 30 years ago. Daniel Flores, 49, has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of 22-year-old John Fields, and his 19-year-old brother, Michael Fields, on April 12, 1995. Police found the two young men lying in the street along 50th Court. They each had multiple gunshot wounds and shortly after were pronounced dead. "John Fields had recently completed his service with the United States Marine Corps, while Michael Fields, who had followed in his brother's footsteps, was actively serving in the Marines, and was home on furlough after completing a tour of duty in Japan," said Cicero Police Supt. Thomas Boyle. Their case went cold for years until 2013, when police located a key witness. They said she knew enough about what happened to help them make the arrest. "Previous detectives attempted for a long time to locate her, but she had a relationship with our person of interest at the time," said Francisco Diaz, deputy superintendent of investigations at the Cicero Police Department. In 2021, the men's sister, Angela Fields, spoke with CBS News Chicago . "It's very frustrating, because it's 26 years. It's like, okay, let's get him back here. Let's get this done," she said. On Friday, she and her family stood teary-eyed as police finally announced charges. Flores, a Mexican native, was arrested in Mexico in 2023, and after two years he was extradited back to the U.S. "We're happy. We're happy that this can finally help the family of Michael and his brother to get closure on their losses," said LaDon Reynolds, the U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Illinois. Police said the shooting stemmed from an altercation, but would not elaborate on a motive for the murders. Flores was ordered held in Cook County Jail while he awaits trial. He is due back in court on May 2 in Maywood.
Yahoo
26-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Cicero Primary Election: Dominick, Rodriguez face off for town president seat
CICERO, Ill. – Tuesday was a busy day at the Cicero Public Safety Building polling location as voters headed to the polls for the town's general election. Among the positions up for grabs is Town President. Incumbent Larry Dominick is seeking a fifth, four-year term in office while Esteban Rodriguez runs against him. 'This year is a 20-year incumbent. In any world of politics, that's a very difficult opponent,' Rodriguez said. SEE ALSO: Cicero politician's home vandalized ahead of town election Rodriguez is challenging the longest-serving town president in Cicero's history, Dominick, who has been in office since 2005. 'There have been years and years of the same issues. People have been complaining over and over. The selling point is actually quite easy. We're talking about hard work and good policies coming in with new ideas and people rooted in the community,' Rodriguez said. Dominick did not wish to do an interview with WGN News Tuesday afternoon, but WGN's Dana Rebik did meet up with his supporter and candidate for assessor Emilio Cundari. 'Larry Dominick has led our community for several terms now. He's done a great job. He has a lot of support not only from the seniors, but the younger community feel he's doing a great job keeping our town safe,' Cundari said. 'We were able to secure a $96 million grant that will help us with infrastructure and with being able to help homeowners with different programs that can help them out individually, as well as collectively throughout the town with infrastructure projects.' Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard on Tuesday ballot Dominick, a former 20-year member and deputy superintendent of the Cicero Police Department, touts a reduction in street gang activity under his leadership along with successful senior programs, offering free yard work, transportation and discounted water bills. 'Our team, the Cicero Voters Alliance Organization, has shown and proven we're leading the town into a great future,' Cundari said. In January, Rodriguez stepped down as executive director of Corazon Community Services, a Cicero youth-based nonprofit. He accuses the incumbent town president of making Cicero a hostile place for immigrants, not providing enough protection from ICE raids. He is also working to prevent flooding, which has plagued the town in recent years. 'So that's actually one of the No. 1 issues people in this community are constantly asking and what's the plan, right? Cicero has 100-year-old infrastructure, sewer system is completely broken and deteriorating. We need a solution that actually supports the community,' Rodriguez said. Read more: Latest Chicago news and headlines Earlier this month, security cameras captured a man throwing a rock through the front window of Rodriguez's home. His campaign office was also vandalized. 'It's still under investigation. The update is it's a white Buick Envista, black rims. That's the same suspect in both my home and the office,' Rodriguez said. According to the last census, Hispanic and Latino residents make up nearly 89% of Cicero's population. Rodriguez hopes that works in his favor. The polls close at 7 p.m. Visit the Cook County Clerk's website for the most up-to-date results. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Cicero man arrested for illegal firearm and high-capacity magazines possession
CICERO, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — A Cicero man was arrested on Feb. 15 following a DWI for illegally possessing firearms and high-capacity magazines. Supreme Court schedules arguments in case where Trump administration is defending ACA 'We've tripled our reservations': Cazenovia restaurants enjoying mild weather during dining weeks Supreme Court hears Texas death penalty case Cicero man arrested for illegal firearm and high-capacity magazines possession Judge declines to restore AP access to White House amid 'Gulf of America' dispute Cicero police were first called to George Leroy in his disabled vehicle in a snowbank on Finish Line Trail. Leroy was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Police found he had an illegally possessed Glock handgun, along with high-capacity magazines. On Feb. 20, Cicero police detectives executed a search warrant of Leroy's vehicle and found he had a loaded assault rifle with 12 high-capacity magazines. Later that day, Cicero police and New York State Police searched Leroy's residence where they say they found a large number of illegal firearms, silencers and 80 high-capacity magazines. Photo courtesy of the Cicero Police Department The charges Leroy is facing can be seen below: 1 Count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2nd degree, a Class C Felony 80 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree – Large Cap Magazines, a class D Felony 12 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 3rd Degree, – Large Cap Magazines, a class D Felony 2 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Firearm – Silencers, a class D Felony 8 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Firearm, a class E Felony 1 Count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon on the 3rd Degree – Assault Weapon, a class D Felony 1 Count of Criminal Possession of a Weapon on the 3rd Degree – Assault Weapon, a class D Felony 3 Counts of Criminal Possession of a Weapon 4th degree, Blackjack –Switchblade Leroy was processed at the Cicero Police Department and taken to the Onondaga County Centralized Arraignment Court, Cicero police said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
