SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — Illinois has a new service to help victims and witnesses report hate crimes.
The FBI reported 11,862 criminal incidents of reported hate crimes in 2023 , an all-time high. Illinois leaders launched “Help Stop Hate” Wednesday to stope that rise in hate crimes in the state.
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“Help Stop Hate” will provide confidential services to support people and communities affected by hate with a new avenue to report hate crimes.
The service is free. Online reports can be made in seven languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Tagalog, Polish, Arabic and Hindi. Callers can receive care from specialists trained in cultural competency and trauma informed care…