'Abhorrent threats': Gov. JB Pritzker responds after spike in bomb threats made against Illinois libraries

The Crystal Lake Public Library was one of numerous libraries throughout the Chicagoland area to receive a bomb threat earlier this week. | Photo: ...

September 23, 2023
7:50 AM

The Crystal Lake Public Library was one of numerous libraries throughout the Chicagoland area to receive a bomb threat earlier this week. | Photo: Crystal Lake Public Library Governor JB Pritzker said that authorities are working to combat and prosecute the 'abhorrent' bomb threats that have been targeting libraries throughout Illinois. Pritzker released a statement Friday saying he condemns the threats made this week towards libraries. 'The threat of violence is disgusting, particularly because it is against institutions that are vitally important to preserving an educated and empowered community,' Pritzker said.

Sam Borcia