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Date: Sunday, May 18th, 2025
Springfield, IL — Speak Out Illinois LLC has obtained and is publicly releasing unredacted court records in the criminal case of State of Illinois v. Sean Grayson, the former deputy charged with First Degree Murder in the killing of Sonya Massey....
PEORIA, IL — Today, Speak Out Illinois LLC has formally submitted a request for public court records in the case of State of Illinois v. Sean Grayson, which involves the alleged first-degree murder of Sonya Massey, a young Black woman from Springfield...
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MAY 10TH, 2025
Peoria, IL — Speak Out Illinois LLC has officially submitted a request to the City of Peoria for a public assembly permit and fee waiver to hold a peaceful rally on Monday, October 20, 2025, the first day of the trial of former Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean...
PEORIA, IL — Speak Out Illinois LLC is proud to release the findings of our 2025 Citizen Feedback Survey, which engaged over 50 residents across the state in sharing their concerns and policy priorities. The results offer a candid and someti...
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April 24, 2025
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SOUTH PEKIN, IL — We are heartbroken, frustrated, and ashamed. Another Illinois community is in mourning after the recent double homicide in South Pekin — and once again, ...
PEORIA, IL — Speak Out Illinois LLC stands with the family, friends, and communities mourning Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman who was tragically shot and killed in her own home by a former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy. The trial for the former deputy has been relocated to Peoria County, ...
SPRINGFIELD, IL — In response to President Donald Trump’s executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, Speak Out Illinois LLC is sounding the alarm and taking immediate action to protect the future of public education in America.
“This is more t...
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MONDAY MARCH 24TH, 2025
Speak Out Illinois LLC Launches “In Your City” Summer Advocacy & Outreach Tour
Free Community Resource Events Coming to Cities Across Illinois This June
Illinois – Speak Out Illinois LLC is proud to announce the launch of its “In Your City” Summer ...
We want to inform our community and partners that Speak Out Illinois LLC has officially updated our mailing address!
Illinois is facing a range of critical challenges in 2025, from economic concerns to public safety and education reform. As policymakers, activists, and citizens work to address these issues, it's essential to understand their complexities and potential solutions. Here’s a look at ten of the most pr...
Dear Peoria Voters,
As our city stands at a pivotal crossroads, we need a mayor with the vision, courage, and proven leadership to ignite positive change. Councilman John Kelly is that leader. His performance in the recent mayoral debate showcased exactly why he is the right choice for Peoria’s futur...
Statement from Jake Partee, CEO of Speak Out Illinois LLC
At Speak Out Illinois LLC, our mission has always been to serve our community with integrity, fairness, and dedication. Regardless of whom our organization or its leadership chooses to endorse in the Peoria...
We are excited to announce our official endorsement of Councilman John Kelly in his bid to become the next Mayor of Peoria! After successfully advancing to the general election, Mr. Kelly has proven that he is the leader our city needs—one who is committed to lowering taxes, reducing reckless spendi...
We are thrilled to announce the return of Our Community Day Fair to Tower Park in Peoria Heights on Saturday, September 13th, 2025, from 11 AM to 4 PM!
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