Antioch, IL — Dockers North was filled wall to wall Tuesday night as residents from across Lake County gathered for Law & Order in Lake County, a high-energy public safety event that blended serious discussion with music and grassroots organizing.
The event was hosted by Michael Scornavacco, known to many as Mickey, who opened the evening by dedicating the event to Jennifer and Eric Bos and their late daughter Megan. Scornavacco spoke about the failures surrounding Megan's death and emphasized that public safety policies passed in Springfield have real consequences for families across Illinois.
Scornavacco explained that Megan's body was discovered nearly two months after her death, discarded in a trash receptacle and treated without dignity. He stated that, according to reported case details, the individual responsible was in the country illegally and argued that weak enforcement and failed leadership played a direct role in the tragedy. The remarks set a serious tone for the night and underscored the event's focus on accountability.
The atmosphere briefly shifted as Scornavacco acknowledged Megan's daughter, Layliah, who was in attendance. He directed her to a Christmas tree set up inside the venue, where gifts had been placed for her. The crowd applauded as Layliah opened the gifts, creating a moment of humanity and warmth during an otherwise heavy discussion.
A Bar With Purpose and a Lesson in History
Scornavacco explained that holding the event in a bar was intentional. He referenced the Green Dragon Tavern, a gathering place for American revolutionaries in the 1770s, and drew parallels between early grassroots movements and modern political organizing. He told the crowd that real change in America has often begun in informal settings where people speak freely and organize without permission.
According to Scornavacco, the goal was to move away from traditional low-energy political meetings and create an environment that felt alive, engaging, and accessible, particularly to younger voters who have grown disengaged from conventional political events.
Speakers Call for Accountability and Enforcement
The program featured several speakers focused on law enforcement, constitutional rights, and public safety.
Andy Williams spoke about the Illinois Constitution, emphasizing that it was written for We the People and to protect individual rights, not to expand the power of the State of Illinois. Williams argued that restoring law and order requires returning to constitutional principles and holding government accountable to the citizens it serves.
Roman Buchberger, a candidate for Lake County Sheriff, criticized what he described as the absence of leadership from the current sheriff. Buchberger highlighted the lack of visible engagement, questioned the absence of notable accomplishments, and argued that Lake County needs a sheriff who is present, proactive, and accountable to both the public and the deputies under his command.
James Mendrick, DuPage County Sheriff and Illinois gubernatorial candidate, delivered a forceful address that drew strong applause from the crowd. Mendrick pledged to clean up Illinois, promising that criminals would be prosecuted and corruption confronted directly. He stated that accountability must apply to everyone, including corrupt politicians, and vowed that law enforcement would no longer be undermined by political considerations.
Terry Newsome gave an energetic presentation based on his investigative reporting into Antifa activity and organized criminal groups, including Tren de Aragua. Newsome discussed how these groups exploit weak enforcement environments and warned that ignoring organized crime poses serious risks to public safety.
Between speakers, DJ Russ kept the energy high with patriotic and crowd-driven music, reinforcing the event's blend of serious content and engaging atmosphere.
"Yes, It's Loud — And That's the Point"
Some attendees remarked that the event felt louder and more intense than traditional political gatherings. Scornavacco addressed that directly, responding from the stage, "You're damn right it's loud, and we're going to get even louder until people start hearing us."
He criticized what he described as the political status quo of quiet, low-energy meetings that fail to inspire engagement. Scornavacco said that if conservatives want to win future elections, particularly in 2026, they must engage younger voters by creating events that are energetic, accessible, and relevant rather than relying on long, scripted speeches.
The strong turnout and sustained engagement throughout the evening suggested that law and order remains a central issue for many Lake County residents. Attendees stayed late into the night to connect, discuss next steps, and continue conversations sparked by the event.
Organizers said the goal of Law & Order in Lake County was to bring people together, spotlight stories they believe have been ignored, and build momentum around public safety, accountability, and leadership across Lake County and Illinois.
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