The Illinois Clean Slate Act: Politics Over Victims, Law, and Public Safety — And It's Unconstitutional By Retired Chief Tom Weitzel I believe in second chances and rehabilitation. What I do not believe in is hiding the truth, undermining public safety, and labeling it "reform." That is exactly what the Illinois Clean Slate Act does. This law is not justice —it is politics. Governor Pritkzer signs the Clean Act. January 16, 2026 | Image via Facebook Reel It is no

Exposing the repeating cycle of double standards—judges ousted for conservative views, teachers celebrating conservative deaths with no consequences. Will Illinois see its shadow again? Shannon Adcock ( Awake IL founder), Marsha McClary ( Moms for Liberty Lake County ), and Alvin Lui ( Courage Is A Habit ) break down the latest hypocrisy of the left and how YOU can break the groundhog day cycle in Illinois. ICE protests at K-12 schools? Courage Is A Habit has the tool to sta

Hollywood Morris of Support Our Shields doesn’t hold back on BLM, the lies of woke utopia, and how waking up the masses is not just a call of action…it’s a duty. His inspiring outreach to support fallen heroes has gone national. Support his efforts and learn more at https://www.supportourshields.com/ .

Shannon Adcock and Law Enforcement Fellow retired Chief Tom Weitzel share the videos and backstory on Wheeling Township Republican Office being vandalized. The destruction of property took place on Sunday, January 25th around 10:50pm. Anyone with information can call Arlington Heights Police at 847-368-5300. Bulletin From Arlington Heights Police : January 29, 2026 The Arlington Heights Police Department is seeking assistance identifying the two depicted subjects, responsible

WATCH Corey DeAngelis and Shannon Adcock break down the latest updates in education & parental rights. From the NEA charter to school choice momentum, hear how parents are AWAKE and taking education BACK from political activists.

By Awake Illinois Fellow of Law Enforcement, Chief Tom Weitzel, (Ret.) January 26, 2026 The murder of a police officer is not just another homicide. It is a direct assault on the rule of law and on every citizen who relies on that law for protection. When an officer dies in the line of duty, justice must be certain, permanent, and insulated from political negotiation. In Illinois today, it is not. A series of criminal justice reforms—rooted in developmental science and aimed

The Awake Illinois Fight Against SB2820  is going AMAZING! You activated Awake Illinois members, subscribers, and followers all ROCK! Thank you for being engaged on this fight. Today, Awake Illinois leadership discussed what SB2820 entails, why we oppose it, and how YOU in Illinois are having your voices heard in Springfield. WATCH and SHARE! Submit the form at www.awakeIL.com/fight NOW if you haven't yet. The Awake Illinois Fight Against SB2820  is the latest battle in our

The Awake Illinois Fight Against SB2820  is in full effect. After just TWO days of a holiday weekend no less, and you are doing great work spreading the word, Illinois! This is the grassroots movement that keeps radical bills at bay and this is the platform that leads the way. Keep going! Submit the form at www.awakeil.com/fight to submit a 1-click form to oppose SB2820. Tune in THIS THURSDAY for a LIVE discussion with Law Enforcement Fellow Chief Tom Weitzel (Ret) and Shann

The Awake Illinois Fight Against SB2820  is the latest battle in our ongoing mission to protect common-sense policies, public safety, and the freedoms that make Illinois strong. Just as we successfully defeated radical anti-child bill HB487 and anti-homeschool legislation like HB2827 through grassroots power, we're now mobilizing to stop Senate Bill 2820 (SB2820) —a misguided proposal that would harm law enforcement and our communities. Introduced on January 13, 2026, by Se

"The Chicago Sun-Times Is Fueling A Toxic Media Climate" Retired 37-year police veteran Chief Tom Weitzel reads aloud his powerful op-ed. The one the Chicago Sun Times refused to publish. He directly calls on Editor-in-Chief Kimbriell Kelly  to shut down their ICE tracking portal, which endangers police & our communities. Exclusively available at Awake Illinois. Let Kimbriell Kelly  know that you support Chief Tom Weitzel's op-ed and that The Chicago Sun-Times should remove

Join Awake and Armed episode as host Shannon Adcock and Chief Tom Weitzel (Ret.) dive deep into ICE operations, Illinois law enforcement challenges, sanctuary policies, cooperation (or lack thereof), and how it all impacts public safety in our state. Tom was recently appointed Law Enforcement Fellow with Awake Illinois and will be a regular commentator on the Awake and Armed video podcast . "The Forbidden Op-Ed" by Chief Tom Weitzel is being published tomorrow January 16, 2

Join Awake and Armed episode with host Shannon Adcock and guest Ann Marie Suter , a certified NRA & USCCA firearms instructor, Illinois chapter facilitator for A Girl & A Gun Women’s Shooting League , and a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment through responsible self-defense. If you’re a woman (or know one) who’s curious about self-defense but feels overwhelmed, intimidated, or unsure where to start — this episode is for you. Ann Marie breaks it all down: from buildin

Awake Illinois today announced the appointment of Chief Thomas Weitzel (Ret.) , former Chief of Police for the Village of Riverside, Illinois, as Fellow of Law Enforcement . With 37 years of law enforcement experience—including 13 years as Chief—Tom Weitzel brings deep expertise in constitutional policing, leadership, officer safety, and evidence-based reform. A respected national voice and survivor of a line-of-duty ambush, he will strengthen Awake Illinois’ work on public

As students head back to school from winter break, parents MUST be aware of the " Illinois Youth Survey " that asks VERY personal and VERY invasive questions of minor children such as their experience with alcohol and drugs--including sniffing glue. Also invasive questions about household dynamic, family dinners, and mental health. This survey is often given to grades 8, 10, and 12 depending the school. Some districts are surveying students the first week back to school from

New Year’s Day Premier of Awake and Armed is published! Share via X , YouTube , and Facebook . How Woke Policies Are Destroying Illinois: Awake IL Founder Shannon Adcock & Retired Riverside Police Chief Tom Weitzel discuss crime, the SafeT Act, and what WE THE PEOPLE can do to protect ourselves and take our state back. Follow Tom's substack at https://substack.com/@chieftomweitzelret . Sponsorships/Advertising available for your brand/organization to leverage our 100 millio

Naperville, IL – Awake Illinois, a leading grassroots advocacy organization defending parental rights, public safety, and the rule of law, welcomes the federal court ruling that permits the Trump Administration to share basic personal information from Medicaid records with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to aid in locating individuals unlawfully present in the United States. U.S. District Judge Vince Chhabria's decision lifts restrictions on sharing limited data—su

TEASER CLIP of our Awake and Armed video podcast launch: Shannon Adcock  sits down with retired Riverside PD Chief Tom Weitzel . He pulls no punches on the SAFE-T Act, repeat offenders walking free, attacks on cops, democrat failures, and why law-abiding Illinoisans MUST take personal safety into their own hands. Straight talk from a Chief who's been shot in the line of duty and seen the system fail. Dropping January 1st, 2026 — subscribe now at http://awakeIL.com  so you don

By Shannon Adcock, Awake IL Founder December 3, 2025 In a move that underscores a troubling trend of overreach and denial, Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed HB767 into law, establishing a state-based vaccine-recommending body in Illinois . This legislation, ostensibly aimed at protecting public health, instead represents a blatant disregard for the complexities of vaccine science, the rights of parents, and the growing body of evidence concerning vaccine injuries and ineffect

Awake Illinois and Illinois Family Institute are supporting a grassroots lobby against Illinois Senate Bill 1950 that would legalize the slippery slope known as "physician assisted suicide". YOU can tell Governor Pritzker to VETO this bill that disability advocacy organizations and the American Medical Association have OPPOSED. Governor Pritzker could make his decision in mere days. Please take time to protect vulnerable populations in Illinois by emailing HERE and callin

You can’t wrap freedom— but you CAN protect it this Giving Tuesday! We’re asking you to give a gift that no ribbon can tie: the gift of fearless advocacy for Illinois children and families. Celebrate Our Victories & Fuel Our Future This Giving Tuesday , we're reflecting on an extraordinary year of advocacy and looking ahead to even greater impact in 2026. Your support has made our work possible, and today, we're asking you to stand with us once more. Your Support Created Rea

Titanium Backbone Award from Illinois Family Institute On November 7, 2025, Shannon Adcock, founder of Awake Illinois, received the Titanium Backbone Award from Illinois Family Institute at their annual banquet . This honor recognizes her unwavering commitment to pro-family values through Awake Illinois' grassroots efforts and federal civil rights complaints , including advocacy against policies perceived as harmful to children and families, such as gender ideology in school

CLICK HERE for more resources from Courage Is A Habit. READ the American School Counselor Association Expose HERE .

On October 6, 2025, Attorney Ajay Gupta shared why he has offered pro bono (free) legal services to students who have been harmed by...