Illinois opens confidential hotline to report acts of hate in new 'Help Stop Hate' initiative

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Reporting hate crimes in Illinois was made more accessible on Wednesday.

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Governor JB Pritzker, the Illinois Department of Human Rights and the Illinois Commission on Discrimination and Hate Crimes announced the official launch of "Help Stop Hate."

The initiative opens a confidential service that provides support and resources to communities affected by hate.

Hate crimes reached an all-time high in 2023, with 11,862 incidents reported to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Reports can be made anonymously by calling (877) 458-4283, or (877) 458-HATE, Monday to Friday from noon to 9 p.m. or online at any time by visiting ILStopHate.org.

If you are in immediate danger call 911.

Illinoisans can visit ILStopHate.org or call (877) 458-HATE to report acts of hate and get support.